Average Warehouse operatives Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The going rate for warehouse operativess in the North West? £25,960 at the median in 2025. That compares to £26,574 nationally — a gap of 2.3% below. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £25,960 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £28,465. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so warehouse operativess sit 29.0% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £25,960 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £28,465 — 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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Warehouse operatives 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 warehouse operatives salary in Manchester?
The median warehouse operatives salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £25,960 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does warehouse operatives pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Warehouse operatives in the North West earn 2.3% below the national median of £26,574. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is warehouse operatives a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Warehouse operatives in the North West earn £25,960, which is 29.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for warehouse operativess cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.