Average Occupational therapists Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical occupational therapists in the North West earned £38,479. Compared to the UK median of £37,201, that's 3.4% above. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £38,479 has an effective purchasing power closer to £42,192. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, occupational therapistss earn 5.3% more 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 £38,479 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £42,192 — 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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Occupational therapists 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 occupational therapists salary in Manchester?
The median occupational therapists salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £38,479 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does occupational therapists pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Occupational therapists in the North West earn 3.4% above the national median of £37,201. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is occupational therapists a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Occupational therapists in the North West earn £38,479, which is 5.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for occupational therapistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.