Average Engineering technicians Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
For engineering technicianss based in the North West, 2025 brought a median salary of £43,858. To put this in perspective, the UK average is £44,330 — making this 1.1% below the norm. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £43,858 stretches to roughly £48,090 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), engineering technicianss take home 20.0% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £43,858 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £48,090 — 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 technicians salary in areas near Manchester
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 engineering technicians salary in Manchester?
The median engineering technicians salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £43,858 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 technicians pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Engineering technicians in the North West earn 1.1% below the national median of £44,330. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is engineering technicians a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Engineering technicians in the North West earn £43,858, which is 20.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for engineering technicianss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.