Average Sales related occupations n.e.c. Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
In 2025, sales related occupations n.e.c.s working in the North West took home a median salary of £26,519 — that's 8.1% below the national average of £28,870. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £26,519 stretches to roughly £29,078 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), sales related occupations n.e.c.s take home 27.5% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £26,519 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £29,078 — 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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Sales related occupations n.e.c. salary in areas near Manchester
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sales related occupations n.e.c. salary in Manchester?
The median sales related occupations n.e.c. salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £26,519 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does sales related occupations n.e.c. pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Sales related occupations n.e.c.s in the North West earn 8.1% below the national median of £28,870. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is sales related occupations n.e.c. a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Sales related occupations n.e.c.s in the North West earn £26,519, which is 27.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for sales related occupations n.e.c.s cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.