Average Dental nurses Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The median pay for dental nursess in the North West stood at £21,641 in 2025, placing them 4.3% below the UK-wide figure of £22,615. This is particularly notable given ongoing NHS recruitment challenges and rising demand for healthcare staff. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £21,641 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £23,729. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, dental nursess earn 40.8% less 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 £21,641 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £23,729 — 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 dental nurses salary in Manchester?
The median dental nurses salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £21,641 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does dental nurses pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Dental nurses in the North West earn 4.3% below the national median of £22,615. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is dental nurses a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Dental nurses in the North West earn £21,641, which is 40.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for dental nursess cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.