Average Specialist medical practitioners Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The median pay for specialist medical practitionerss in the North West stood at £83,567 in 2025, placing them 6.1% below the UK-wide figure of £88,997. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £83,567 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £91,630. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so specialist medical practitionerss sit 128.6% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £83,567 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £91,630 — 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 specialist medical practitioners salary in Manchester?
The median specialist medical practitioners salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £83,567 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does specialist medical practitioners pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Specialist medical practitioners in the North West earn 6.1% below the national median of £88,997. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is specialist medical practitioners a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Specialist medical practitioners in the North West earn £83,567, which is 128.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for specialist medical practitionerss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.