Average Education managers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
A education managers working in the North West could expect a median salary of £46,856 in 2025 — 4.0% above the national figure of £45,043. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £46,856 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £51,377. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so education managerss sit 28.2% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £46,856 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £51,377 — 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 education managers salary in Manchester?
The median education managers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £46,856 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does education managers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Education managers in the North West earn 4.0% above the national median of £45,043. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is education managers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Education managers in the North West earn £46,856, which is 28.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for education managerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.