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Average Veterinarians Salary in Manchester

ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025

Median Annual — North West region

£45,577

+£215 (0.5% above) vs UK average

UK median: £45,362 · Hourly: Not available

North West vs all UK regions

North West£45,577North West£45,577London£49,971

Mean annual: £45,984 · Jobs in region: N/A

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How Manchester compares

vs UK average for veterinarianss +£215 (0.5% above)

vs Manchester all-jobs average +£9,023 (24.7% above)

A veterinarians working in the North West could expect a median salary of £45,577 in 2025 — 0.5% above the national figure of £45,362. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £45,577 has an effective purchasing power closer to £49,975. The all-jobs average in Manchester is £36,554. By comparison, veterinarianss earn 24.7% more than the typical worker locally.

Cost of Living Adjustment

After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £45,577 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £49,975 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average veterinarians salary in Manchester?

The median veterinarians salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £45,577 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.

How does veterinarians pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?

Veterinarians in the North West earn 0.5% above the national median of £45,362. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.

Is veterinarians a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Veterinarians in the North West earn £45,577, which is 24.7% above the local average across all occupations.