Average IT managers Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
In 2025, it managerss working in the South West took home a median salary of £47,276 — that's 14.8% below the national average of £55,502. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £47,276 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £49,195. The all-jobs average in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. By comparison, it managerss earn 29.0% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £47,276 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £49,195 — 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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IT managers salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average it managers salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median it managers salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £47,276 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does it managers pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
IT managers in the South West earn 14.8% below the national median of £55,502. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is it managers a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. IT managers in the South West earn £47,276, which is 29.0% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for it managerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.