Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Painters and decorators Salary (2025)

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

Painters and decorators earns £1,879 more per year (6% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Painters and decorators

£32,613
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Painters and decoratorsDifference
Median Annual£30,734£32,613-£1,879
Mean Annual£31,371£32,952-£1,581
Monthly£2,561£2,718-£157
Weekly£591£627-£36
Hourly£14.78£15.68-£0.90

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Painters and decorators
10th (Entry)£14,788£15,388
25th£25,464£25,563
50th (Median)£30,734£32,613
75th£37,893£39,688
90th (Senior)£46,409£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Painters and decorators?
A Painters and decorators earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Painters and decorators earns £32,613 — a difference of £1,879 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Painters and decorators?
The difference is £1,879 per year. Painters and decorators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Painters and decorators?
From a salary perspective, Painters and decorators 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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