Average Financial managers and directors Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
Worth noting that financial managers and directorss in the North West earned £58,206 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £65,336 — a difference of 10.9%. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £58,206 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £63,822. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), financial managers and directorss take home 59.2% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £58,206 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £63,822 — 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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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 financial managers and directors salary in Manchester?
The median financial managers and directors salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £58,206 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 Manchester compare to the UK average?
Financial managers and directors in the North West earn 10.9% 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 Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Financial managers and directors in the North West earn £58,206, which is 59.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for financial managers and directorss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.