Chemical scientists vs Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Chemical scientists and Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Chemical scientists earns £7,164 more per year (22% higher)

Chemical scientists

£39,834
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricChemical scientistsPlant and machine operatives n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£39,834£32,670+£7,164
Mean Annual£45,616£33,093+£12,523
Monthly£3,320£2,723+£597
Weekly£766£628+£138
Hourly£19.15£15.71+£3.44
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Chemical scientists or a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c.?
A Chemical scientists earns more. The median salary for a Chemical scientists is £39,834, whilst a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. earns £32,670 — a difference of £7,164 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Chemical scientists and a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c.?
The difference is £7,164 per year. Chemical scientists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Chemical scientists or a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Chemical 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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