Average Graphic and multimedia designers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In practical terms, a graphic and multimedia designers in the North West earned a median of £31,333 during 2025, which works out to 0.3% above the UK-wide median of £31,236. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £31,333 stretches to roughly £34,356 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, graphic and multimedia designerss earn 14.3% less 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 £31,333 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £34,356 — 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 graphic and multimedia designers salary in Manchester?
The median graphic and multimedia designers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £31,333 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does graphic and multimedia designers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Graphic and multimedia designers in the North West earn 0.3% above the national median of £31,236. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is graphic and multimedia designers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Graphic and multimedia designers in the North West earn £31,333, which is 14.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for graphic and multimedia designerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.