Average Purchasing managers and directors Salary in Bath and North East Somerset UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bath and North East Somerset UA compares
In 2025, purchasing managers and directorss working in the South West took home a median salary of £49,504 — that's 12.8% below the national average of £56,779. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £49,504 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £51,513. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Bath and North East Somerset UA is £32,004, so purchasing managers and directorss sit 54.7% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £49,504 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £51,513 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Purchasing managers and directors salary in areas near Bath and North East Somerset UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bath and North East Somerset UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average purchasing managers and directors salary in Bath and North East Somerset UA?
The median purchasing managers and directors salary in the South West (which includes Bath and North East Somerset UA) is £49,504 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does purchasing managers and directors pay in Bath and North East Somerset UA compare to the UK average?
Purchasing managers and directors in the South West earn 12.8% below the national median of £56,779. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is purchasing managers and directors a well-paid job in Bath and North East Somerset UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bath and North East Somerset UA is £32,004. Purchasing managers and directors in the South West earn £49,504, which is 54.7% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for purchasing managers and directorss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bath and North East Somerset UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.