Average Butchers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In 2025, butcherss working in the North West took home a median salary of £28,711 — that's 2.8% above the national average of £27,929. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £28,711 has an effective purchasing power closer to £31,481. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so butcherss sit 21.5% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £28,711 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,481 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average butchers salary in Manchester?
The median butchers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £28,711 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does butchers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Butchers in the North West earn 2.8% above the national median of £27,929. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is butchers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Butchers in the North West earn £28,711, which is 21.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for butcherss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.