IT project managers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median it project managers salary in the UK is £58,016 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £60,835, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £30.16.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £40,818 in East to £68,827 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£58,016
Annual
UK Mean
£60,835
Annual
Hourly Rate
£30.16
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 | £68,827 | £74,653 | £59,130 |
| South East | £60,219 | £63,642 | £58,352 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £51,108 | £53,570 | £56,473 |
| Scotland | £45,306 | £49,902 | £49,086 |
| East | £40,818 | £47,368 | £41,951 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average it project managers salary in the UK?
The median it project managers salary in the UK is £58,016 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £60,835, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays it project managers the most?
London pays the highest it project managers salaries with a median of £68,827.
How does it project managers pay vary by region?
IT project managers salaries range from £40,818 in East to £68,827 in London.
Are it project managers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for it project managers?
The median hourly rate for it project managers in the UK is £30.16 (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.