Biological scientists vs Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades Salary (2025)

How do Biological scientists and Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Biological scientists earns £3,251 more per year (8% higher)

Biological scientists

£43,038
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricBiological scientistsMetal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making TradesDifference
Median Annual£43,038£39,787+£3,251
Mean Annual£49,608£42,396+£7,212
Monthly£3,587£3,316+£271
Weekly£828£765+£63
Hourly£20.69£19.13+£1.56
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Biological scientists or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
A Biological scientists earns more. The median salary for a Biological scientists is £43,038, whilst a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £39,787 — a difference of £3,251 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Biological scientists and a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
The difference is £3,251 per year. Biological scientists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Biological scientists or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
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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