Office managers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median office managers salary in the UK is £35,000 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £37,236, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £19.17.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £31,102 in North East to £42,368 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£35,000
Annual
UK Mean
£37,236
Annual
Hourly Rate
£19.17
Median
UK Jobs
195
Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £42,368 | £44,840 | £36,399 |
| Wales | £36,157 | £39,486 | £40,174 |
| Scotland | £34,945 | £39,674 | £37,860 |
| South East | £34,713 | £37,255 | £33,637 |
| North West | £34,111 | £37,334 | £37,402 |
| South West | £34,001 | £35,022 | £35,381 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,785 | £34,277 | £37,331 |
| East Midlands | £32,087 | £31,991 | £34,953 |
| East | £31,632 | £33,889 | £32,510 |
| North East | £31,102 | £31,801 | £34,519 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average office managers salary in the UK?
The median office managers salary in the UK is £35,000 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £37,236, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays office managers the most?
London pays the highest office managers salaries with a median of £42,368.
How does office managers pay vary by region?
Office managers salaries range from £31,102 in North East to £42,368 in London.
Are office managers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for office managers?
The median hourly rate for office managers in the UK is £19.17 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.