Average Marketing, sales and advertising directors Salary in Bolton
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Bolton compares
Worth noting that marketing, sales and advertising directorss in the North West earned £79,816 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £90,000 — a difference of 11.3%. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £79,816 stretches to roughly £87,518 in real spending power. Compared to the Bolton average across all roles (£27,696), marketing, sales and advertising directorss take home 188.2% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £79,816 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £87,518 — 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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Marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in areas near Bolton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in Bolton?
The median marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in the North West (which includes Bolton) is £79,816 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does marketing, sales and advertising directors pay in Bolton compare to the UK average?
Marketing, sales and advertising directors in the North West earn 11.3% below the national median of £90,000. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is marketing, sales and advertising directors a well-paid job in Bolton compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bolton is £27,696. Marketing, sales and advertising directors in the North West earn £79,816, which is 188.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for marketing, sales and advertising directorss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bolton. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.