Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Construction operatives n.e.c. earns £11,965 more per year (64% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
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Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistantsDifference
Median Annual£30,734£18,769+£11,965
Mean Annual£31,371£18,320+£13,051
Monthly£2,561£1,564+£997
Weekly£591£361+£230
Hourly£14.78£9.02+£5.76

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants
10th (Entry)£14,788£5,938
25th£25,464£12,440
50th (Median)£30,734£18,769
75th£37,893£24,775
90th (Senior)£46,409£27,645
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants?
A Construction operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants earns £18,769 — a difference of £11,965 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants?
The difference is £11,965 per year. Construction operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants?
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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