Average Leisure and sports managers Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
In 2025, leisure and sports managerss working in the Scotland took home a median salary of £29,808 — that's 10.6% below the national average of £33,342. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £29,808 stretches to roughly £32,295 in real spending power. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), leisure and sports managerss take home 14.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £29,808 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £32,295 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average leisure and sports managers salary in Glasgow City?
The median leisure and sports managers salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £29,808 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does leisure and sports managers pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Leisure and sports managers in the Scotland earn 10.6% below the national median of £33,342. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is leisure and sports managers a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Leisure and sports managers in the Scotland earn £29,808, which is 14.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for leisure and sports managerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.