Average Marketing, sales and advertising directors Salary in Preston
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Preston compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, marketing, sales and advertising directorss in the North West were paid a median of £79,816. The national equivalent stands at £90,000, putting this region 11.3% below. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £79,816 has an effective purchasing power closer to £87,518. Compared to the Preston average across all roles (£32,655), marketing, sales and advertising directorss take home 144.4% 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in Preston?
The median marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in the North West (which includes Preston) 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 Preston 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 Preston compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Preston is £32,655. Marketing, sales and advertising directors in the North West earn £79,816, which is 144.4% 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 Preston. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.