Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Other skilled trades n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Other skilled trades n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Construction operatives n.e.c. earns £1,273 more per year (4% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Other skilled trades n.e.c.

£29,461
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Other skilled trades n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£30,734£29,461+£1,273
Mean Annual£31,371£29,769+£1,602
Monthly£2,561£2,455+£106
Weekly£591£567+£24
Hourly£14.78£14.16+£0.62
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
A Construction operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Other skilled trades n.e.c. earns £29,461 — a difference of £1,273 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
The difference is £1,273 per year. Construction operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
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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