Managers and directors in retail and wholesale Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median managers and directors in retail and wholesale salary in the UK is £36,006 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £44,349, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £17.28.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £29,230 in Wales to £40,340 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£36,006
Annual
UK Mean
£44,349
Annual
Hourly Rate
£17.28
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 | £40,340 | £61,523 | £34,656 |
| South East | £38,276 | £43,967 | £37,089 |
| West Midlands | £37,082 | £42,336 | £40,527 |
| East Midlands | £37,012 | £45,312 | £40,318 |
| East | £36,948 | £45,730 | £37,973 |
| Scotland | £34,484 | £41,971 | £37,361 |
| South West | £33,817 | £37,456 | £35,189 |
| North West | £33,341 | £40,520 | £36,558 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,275 | £36,873 | £36,768 |
| North East | £30,259 | £40,740 | £33,584 |
| Wales | £29,230 | £32,236 | £32,478 |
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 (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £44,349, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays managers and directors in retail and wholesales the most?
London pays the highest managers and directors in retail and wholesale salaries with a median of £40,340.
How does managers and directors in retail and wholesale pay vary by region?
Managers and directors in retail and wholesale salaries range from £29,230 in Wales to £40,340 in London.
Are managers and directors in retail and wholesale salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a managers and directors in retail and wholesale?
The median hourly rate for a managers and directors in retail and wholesale in the UK is £17.28 (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.