Average Speech and language therapists Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
For speech and language therapistss based in the North West, 2025 brought a median salary of £33,871. To put this in perspective, the UK average is £35,002 — making this 3.2% below the norm. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £33,871 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £37,139. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), speech and language therapistss take home 7.3% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £33,871 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £37,139 — 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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Speech and language therapists salary in areas near Manchester
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 speech and language therapists salary in Manchester?
The median speech and language therapists salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £33,871 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does speech and language therapists pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Speech and language therapists in the North West earn 3.2% below the national median of £35,002. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is speech and language therapists a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Speech and language therapists in the North West earn £33,871, which is 7.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for speech and language therapistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.