Average Metal making and treating process operatives Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The median pay for metal making and treating process operativess in the North West stood at £28,685 in 2025, placing them 10.1% below the UK-wide figure of £31,893. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £28,685 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £31,453. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, metal making and treating process operativess earn 21.5% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £28,685 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,453 — 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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Metal making and treating process operatives salary in areas near Manchester
Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average metal making and treating process operatives salary in Manchester?
The median metal making and treating process operatives salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £28,685 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does metal making and treating process operatives pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Metal making and treating process operatives in the North West earn 10.1% below the national median of £31,893. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is metal making and treating process operatives a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Metal making and treating process operatives in the North West earn £28,685, which is 21.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for metal making and treating process operativess cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.