Average Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers Salary in Oldham
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Oldham compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the North West earned £18,955. Compared to the UK median of £20,464, that's 7.4% below. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £18,955 has an effective purchasing power closer to £20,784. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Oldham is £27,990, so launderers, dry cleaners and presserss sit 32.3% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £18,955 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £20,784 — 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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Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers salary in areas near Oldham
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average launderers, dry cleaners and pressers salary in Oldham?
The median launderers, dry cleaners and pressers salary in the North West (which includes Oldham) is £18,955 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does launderers, dry cleaners and pressers pay in Oldham compare to the UK average?
Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the North West earn 7.4% below the national median of £20,464. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is launderers, dry cleaners and pressers a well-paid job in Oldham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Oldham is £27,990. Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the North West earn £18,955, which is 32.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for launderers, dry cleaners and presserss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Oldham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.