Average Engineering project managers and project engineers Salary in Oldham
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Oldham compares
Based on 2025 data, engineering project managers and project engineerss in the North West earned £55,767 at the median — 6.3% above the national benchmark of £52,451. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £55,767 stretches to roughly £61,148 in real spending power. Compared to the Oldham average across all roles (£27,990), engineering project managers and project engineerss take home 99.2% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £55,767 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £61,148 — 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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Engineering project managers and project engineers salary in areas near Oldham
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average engineering project managers and project engineers salary in Oldham?
The median engineering project managers and project engineers salary in the North West (which includes Oldham) is £55,767 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does engineering project managers and project engineers pay in Oldham compare to the UK average?
Engineering project managers and project engineers in the North West earn 6.3% above the national median of £52,451. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is engineering project managers and project engineers a well-paid job in Oldham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Oldham is £27,990. Engineering project managers and project engineers in the North West earn £55,767, which is 99.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for engineering project managers and project engineerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Oldham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.