Average IT managers Salary in Preston
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Preston compares
The median pay for it managerss in the North West stood at £56,622 in 2025, placing them 2.0% above the UK-wide figure of £55,502. This is particularly notable in a leadership role central to digital transformation across industries. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £56,622 stretches to roughly £62,086 in real spending power. Compared to the Preston average across all roles (£32,655), it managerss take home 73.4% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £56,622 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £62,086 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average it managers salary in Preston?
The median it managers salary in the North West (which includes Preston) is £56,622 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 Preston compare to the UK average?
IT managers in the North West earn 2.0% above the national median of £55,502. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is it managers a well-paid job in Preston compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Preston is £32,655. IT managers in the North West earn £56,622, which is 73.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for it managerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Preston. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.