Average Chemical and related process operatives Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
If you're a chemical and related process operatives in the North West, the typical salary in 2025 was £33,890. That's 1.1% above what chemical and related process operativess earn nationally (£33,531). The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £33,890 has an effective purchasing power closer to £37,160. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), chemical and related process operativess take home 7.3% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £33,890 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £37,160 — 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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Chemical and related process operatives salary in areas near Manchester
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 chemical and related process operatives salary in Manchester?
The median chemical and related process operatives salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £33,890 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does chemical and related process operatives pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Chemical and related process operatives in the North West earn 1.1% above the national median of £33,531. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is chemical and related process operatives a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Chemical and related process operatives in the North West earn £33,890, which is 7.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for chemical and related process operativess cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.