Average Laboratory technicians Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, laboratory technicianss in the North West were paid a median of £28,185. The national equivalent stands at £26,861, putting this region 4.9% above. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £28,185 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £30,905. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, laboratory technicianss earn 22.9% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £28,185 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £30,905 — 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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Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average laboratory technicians salary in Manchester?
The median laboratory technicians salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £28,185 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does laboratory technicians pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Laboratory technicians in the North West earn 4.9% above the national median of £26,861. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is laboratory technicians a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Laboratory technicians in the North West earn £28,185, which is 22.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for laboratory technicianss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.