Average Finance and investment analysts and advisers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In 2025, finance and investment analysts and adviserss working in the North West took home a median salary of £40,417 — that's 15.4% below the national average of £47,776. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £40,417 has an effective purchasing power closer to £44,317. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, finance and investment analysts and adviserss earn 10.6% more 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 £40,417 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £44,317 — 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 finance and investment analysts and advisers salary in Manchester?
The median finance and investment analysts and advisers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £40,417 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does finance and investment analysts and advisers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Finance and investment analysts and advisers in the North West earn 15.4% below the national median of £47,776. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is finance and investment analysts and advisers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Finance and investment analysts and advisers in the North West earn £40,417, which is 10.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for finance and investment analysts and adviserss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.