Average CAD, drawing and architectural technicians Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
A cad, drawing and architectural technicians working in the North West could expect a median salary of £31,828 in 2025 — 7.7% below the national figure of £34,465. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £31,828 stretches to roughly £34,899 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), cad, drawing and architectural technicianss take home 12.9% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £31,828 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £34,899 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average cad, drawing and architectural technicians salary in Manchester?
The median cad, drawing and architectural technicians salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £31,828 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does cad, drawing and architectural technicians pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
CAD, drawing and architectural technicians in the North West earn 7.7% below the national median of £34,465. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is cad, drawing and architectural technicians a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. CAD, drawing and architectural technicians in the North West earn £31,828, which is 12.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for cad, drawing and architectural technicianss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.