IT managers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median it managers salary in the UK is £55,502 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £61,480, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £28.69.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £45,970 in Wales to £64,357 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£55,502
Annual
UK Mean
£61,480
Annual
Hourly Rate
£28.69
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £64,357 | £75,570 | £55,290 |
| South East | £58,877 | £65,443 | £57,051 |
| North West | £56,622 | £62,917 | £62,086 |
| North East | £54,629 | £57,502 | £60,632 |
| East | £53,172 | £59,611 | £54,647 |
| Scotland | £51,782 | £55,311 | £56,102 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £50,585 | £54,810 | £55,895 |
| West Midlands | £49,994 | £55,079 | £54,638 |
| East Midlands | £49,070 | £50,908 | £53,453 |
| South West | £47,276 | £53,194 | £49,195 |
| Wales | £45,970 | £46,856 | £51,078 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average it managers salary in the UK?
The median it managers salary in the UK is £55,502 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £61,480, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays it managers the most?
London pays the highest it managers salaries with a median of £64,357.
How does it managers pay vary by region?
IT managers salaries range from £45,970 in Wales to £64,357 in London.
Are it managers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for it managers?
The median hourly rate for it managers in the UK is £28.69 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.