Average Office managers Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In practical terms, a office managers in the North West earned a median of £34,111 during 2025, which works out to 2.5% below the UK-wide median of £35,000. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £34,111 stretches to roughly £37,402 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), office managerss take home 6.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £34,111 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £37,402 — 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 office managers salary in Manchester?
The median office managers salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £34,111 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does office managers pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Office managers in the North West earn 2.5% below the national median of £35,000. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is office managers a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Office managers in the North West earn £34,111, which is 6.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for office managerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.