Average Conservation professionals Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In 2025, conservation professionalss working in the North West took home a median salary of £35,533 — that's 6.4% below the national average of £37,949. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £35,533 stretches to roughly £38,962 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), conservation professionalss take home 2.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £35,533 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £38,962 — 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 conservation professionals salary in Manchester?
The median conservation professionals salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £35,533 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does conservation professionals pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Conservation professionals in the North West earn 6.4% below the national median of £37,949. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is conservation professionals a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Conservation professionals in the North West earn £35,533, which is 2.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for conservation professionalss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.