Average Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in North Somerset UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How North Somerset UA compares
A research and development (r&d) managers working in the South West could expect a median salary of £59,333 in 2025 — 8.2% above the national figure of £54,857. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £59,333 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £61,741. The all-jobs average in North Somerset UA is £28,749. By comparison, research and development (r&d) managerss earn 106.4% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £59,333 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £61,741 — 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.
Research and development (R&D) managers salary across UK regions
Research and development (R&D) managers salary in areas near North Somerset UA
Salary data is by ONS region. North 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 research and development (r&d) managers salary in North Somerset UA?
The median research and development (r&d) managers salary in the South West (which includes North Somerset UA) is £59,333 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 North Somerset UA compare to the UK average?
Research and development (R&D) managers in the South West earn 8.2% above the national median of £54,857. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is research and development (r&d) managers a well-paid job in North Somerset UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in North Somerset UA is £28,749. Research and development (R&D) managers in the South West earn £59,333, which is 106.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for research and development (r&d) managerss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to North Somerset UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.