Manchester Salaries & Cost of Living 2026
Population 0.6M. Salaries here are typically 10% lower than the national average for United Kingdom.
Estimated city median
$72,225
-10% vs national
Cost of living index
60
NYC = 100
Population
0.6M
Major city
Top-paying jobs in Manchester
Estimated city-level pay = national median × 0.90 city multiplier.
Top employers in Manchester
BBCBooking.comAutoTrader
Frequently Asked Questions
The average salary in Manchester is approximately $72,225 per year, about 10% below the United Kingdom national average.