Average Civil engineers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In 2025, civil engineerss working in the North West took home a median salary of £49,238 — that's 2.7% below the national average of £50,602. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £49,238 stretches to roughly £53,989 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, civil engineerss earn 34.7% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £49,238 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £53,989 — 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 civil engineers salary in Manchester?
The median civil engineers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £49,238 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does civil engineers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Civil engineers in the North West earn 2.7% below the national median of £50,602. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is civil engineers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Civil engineers in the North West earn £49,238, which is 34.7% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for civil engineerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.