Wigan — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Wigan, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£31,615
Median Annual Salary
-5.2% vs UK average
3.6%
Claimant Rate
+0.2pp vs UK average
7,810
Claimants (June 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Wigan Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in Wigan sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £31,615 is close to the UK average of £33,344, reflecting a balanced mix of industries and job types.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Wigan's claimant rate of 3.6% is in line with the UK average of 3.4%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.