Average Managers and directors in retail and wholesale Salary in the UK
ONS ASHE 2025 data — by region
UK Median
£36,006
National average
UK Mean
£44,349
National average
Hourly Rate
£17.28
Median
Jobs
336
UK total
Managers and directors in retail and wholesale Salary by Region
| Region | Median | Mean | vs UK Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £40,340 | £61,523 | +£4,334 (12.0% above) |
| South East | £38,276 | £43,967 | +£2,270 (6.3% above) |
| West Midlands | £37,082 | £42,336 | +£1,076 (3.0% above) |
| East Midlands | £37,012 | £45,312 | +£1,006 (2.8% above) |
| East | £36,948 | £45,730 | +£942 (2.6% above) |
| Scotland | £34,484 | £41,971 | -£1,522 (4.2% below) |
| South West | £33,817 | £37,456 | -£2,189 (6.1% below) |
| North West | £33,341 | £40,520 | -£2,665 (7.4% below) |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,275 | £36,873 | -£2,731 (7.6% below) |
| North East | £30,259 | £40,740 | -£5,747 (16.0% below) |
| Wales | £29,230 | £32,236 | -£6,776 (18.8% below) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average managers and directors in retail and wholesale salary in the UK?
The median managers and directors in retail and wholesale salary in the UK is £36,006 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is £44,349, which is higher due to top earners.
What is the typical hourly rate for managers and directors in retail and wholesale in the UK?
The median hourly rate for managers and directors in retail and wholesale in the UK is £17.28, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data.
Which part of the UK pays the most for managers and directors in retail and wholesales?
The London offers the highest median salary for managers and directors in retail and wholesales at £40,340 per year. London and the South East consistently rank among the highest-paying regions for most occupations.
How many managers and directors in retail and wholesales are there in the UK?
According to ONS ASHE 2025, there are approximately 336 managers and directors in retail and wholesales employed in the UK.
About this data
All figures are based on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025 data published by the Office for National Statistics. Read our methodology.