Average Financial managers and directors Salary in Cheltenham
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Cheltenham compares
A financial managers and directors working in the South West could expect a median salary of £48,756 in 2025 — 25.4% below the national figure of £65,336. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £48,756 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £50,735. Compared to the Cheltenham average across all roles (£35,202), financial managers and directorss take home 38.5% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £48,756 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £50,735 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Financial managers and directors salary in areas near Cheltenham
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average financial managers and directors salary in Cheltenham?
The median financial managers and directors salary in the South West (which includes Cheltenham) is £48,756 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does financial managers and directors pay in Cheltenham compare to the UK average?
Financial managers and directors in the South West earn 25.4% below the national median of £65,336. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is financial managers and directors a well-paid job in Cheltenham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Cheltenham is £35,202. Financial managers and directors in the South West earn £48,756, which is 38.5% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for financial managers and directorss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Cheltenham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.