Biological scientists vs Textiles, printing and other skilled trades Salary

How do Biological scientists and Textiles, printing and other skilled trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Biological scientists earns £15,242 more per year (55% higher)

Biological scientists

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

Textiles, printing and other skilled trades

£27,796
per year (gross)
Take-home: £23,533

Detailed Comparison

MetricBiological scientistsTextiles, printing and other skilled tradesDifference
Median Annual£43,038£27,796+£15,242
Mean Annual£49,608£27,488+£22,120
Take-Home (Net)£34,507£23,533+£10,974
Monthly (Gross)£3,587£2,316+£1,271
Weekly (Gross)£828£535+£293
Hourly£20.69£13.36+£7.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Biological scientists or a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
A Biological scientists earns more. The median salary for a Biological scientists is £43,038, whilst a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades earns £27,796 — a difference of £15,242 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Biological scientists and a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
The difference is £15,242 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 Textiles, printing and other skilled trades takes home £23,533. The net difference is £10,974.
Should I become a Biological scientists or a Textiles, printing and other skilled 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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