Average Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in Huntingdonshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Huntingdonshire compares
A research and development (r&d) managers working in the East could expect a median salary of £55,128 in 2025 — 0.5% above the national figure of £54,857. In practical terms, living costs in the East run 2.7% below average. That means £55,128 stretches to roughly £56,658 in real spending power. Compared to the Huntingdonshire average across all roles (£32,441), research and development (r&d) managerss take home 69.9% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £55,128 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £56,658 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
Research and development (R&D) managers salary across UK regions
Research and development (R&D) managers salary in areas near Huntingdonshire
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average research and development (r&d) managers salary in Huntingdonshire?
The median research and development (r&d) managers salary in the East (which includes Huntingdonshire) is £55,128 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does research and development (r&d) managers pay in Huntingdonshire compare to the UK average?
Research and development (R&D) managers in the East earn 0.5% above the national median of £54,857. This makes the East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is research and development (r&d) managers a well-paid job in Huntingdonshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Huntingdonshire is £32,441. Research and development (R&D) managers in the East earn £55,128, which is 69.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for research and development (r&d) managerss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Huntingdonshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.