Average Medical radiographers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In practical terms, a medical radiographers in the North West earned a median of £46,652 during 2025, which works out to 5.3% above the UK-wide median of £44,324. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £46,652 stretches to roughly £51,154 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so medical radiographerss sit 27.6% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £46,652 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £51,154 — 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 medical radiographers salary in Manchester?
The median medical radiographers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £46,652 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does medical radiographers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Medical radiographers in the North West earn 5.3% above the national median of £44,324. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is medical radiographers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Medical radiographers in the North West earn £46,652, which is 27.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for medical radiographerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.