Wigan Council
Wigan Council is a local authority. They oversee local services.
wigan.gov.ukWigan Council pay 2026
117 people who work at Wigan Council have taken the Breakroom Quiz. Here's everything they told us about pay per hour, pay by age, and more.
How much do Wigan Council pay per hour?
Workers here are paid £19.2k-37.8k per year
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2026.
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There are currently 44 job openings at Wigan Council across the UK
Find available jobsWhat do Wigan Council pay different age groups?
This table shows how hourly pay rates at Wigan Council vary between age groups.
| Age group | Wigan Council pay per hour | Legal minimum wage |
|---|---|---|
| 16-17 | Not enough data yet | £8.00 |
| 18-20 | Not enough data yet | £10.85 |
| 21 and over | £11.08-20.50 per hour | £12.71 |
What is the Real Living Wage?
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
| Location | Real Living Wage |
|---|---|
| London | £14.80 |
| Rest of the UK | £13.45 |
Find Wigan Council jobs near you
There are currently 44 job openings at Wigan Council across the UK
Find available jobsDo Wigan Council pay breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do Wigan Council pay by the hour or annually?
People get paid an annual salary at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do Wigan Council pay enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do Wigan Council pay market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do Wigan Council pay minimum wage?
Yes. Most people are paid above the minimum wage at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do Wigan Council pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay at Wigan Council.
Last updated 13 April 2026
Do workers at Wigan Council do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time at Wigan Council.
Last updated 7 April 2026