Average Receptionists Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median receptionists salary in the North West reached £18,092, sitting 0.3% below the national median of £18,152. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power closer to £19,838. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), receptionistss take home 50.5% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,838 — 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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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 receptionists salary in Manchester?
The median receptionists salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £18,092 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does receptionists pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North West earn 0.3% below the national median of £18,152. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Receptionists in the North West earn £18,092, which is 50.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.