Average National government administrative occupations Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
Based on 2025 data, national government administrative occupationss in the North West earned £31,848 at the median — 1.5% above the national benchmark of £31,363. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £31,848 stretches to roughly £34,921 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, national government administrative occupationss earn 12.9% 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 £31,848 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £34,921 — 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 national government administrative occupations salary in Manchester?
The median national government administrative occupations salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £31,848 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does national government administrative occupations pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
National government administrative occupations in the North West earn 1.5% above the national median of £31,363. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is national government administrative occupations a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. National government administrative occupations in the North West earn £31,848, which is 12.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for national government administrative occupationss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.