Average Human resource managers and directors Salary in Merton
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Merton compares
In 2025, human resource managers and directorss working in the London took home a median salary of £66,725 — that's 22.5% above the national average of £54,474. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £66,725 stretches to roughly £57,324 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Merton is £32,983, so human resource managers and directorss sit 102.3% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £66,725 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £57,324 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average human resource managers and directors salary in Merton?
The median human resource managers and directors salary in the London (which includes Merton) is £66,725 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does human resource managers and directors pay in Merton compare to the UK average?
Human resource managers and directors in the London earn 22.5% above the national median of £54,474. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is human resource managers and directors a well-paid job in Merton compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Merton is £32,983. Human resource managers and directors in the London earn £66,725, which is 102.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for human resource managers and directorss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to Merton. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.