Biological scientists vs CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians Salary

How do Biological scientists and CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Biological scientists earns £8,255 more per year (24% higher)

Biological scientists

£43,038
per year (gross)
Take-home: £34,507
vs

CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians

£34,783
per year (gross)
Take-home: £28,563

Detailed Comparison

MetricBiological scientistsCAD, Drawing and Architectural TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£43,038£34,783+£8,255
Mean Annual£49,608£36,338+£13,270
Take-Home (Net)£34,507£28,563+£5,944
Monthly (Gross)£3,587£2,899+£688
Weekly (Gross)£828£669+£159
Hourly£20.69£16.72+£3.97

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Biological scientists or a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians?
A Biological scientists earns more. The median salary for a Biological scientists is £43,038, whilst a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians earns £34,783 — a difference of £8,255 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Biological scientists and a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians?
The difference is £8,255 per year. Biological scientists is the higher-paid role.
What is the take-home pay difference?
After tax and National Insurance, a Biological scientists takes home approximately £34,507 per year, whilst a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians takes home £28,563. The net difference is £5,944.
Should I become a Biological scientists or a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians?
From a salary perspective, Biological scientists offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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