Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Food, drink and tobacco process operatives Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Food, drink and tobacco process operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Construction operatives n.e.c. earns £2,087 more per year (7% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Food, drink and tobacco process operativesDifference
Median Annual£30,734£28,647+£2,087
Mean Annual£31,371£29,602+£1,769
Monthly£2,561£2,387+£174
Weekly£591£551+£40
Hourly£14.78£13.77+£1.01

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Food, drink and tobacco process operatives
10th (Entry)£14,788£18,174
25th£25,464£24,514
50th (Median)£30,734£28,647
75th£37,893£34,736
90th (Senior)£46,409£42,506
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives?
A Construction operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives earns £28,647 — a difference of £2,087 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives?
The difference is £2,087 per year. Construction operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives?
From a salary perspective, Construction operatives n.e.c. 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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