Construction operatives n.e.c. vs Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals Salary (2025)

How do Construction operatives n.e.c. and Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals earns £23,549 more per year (77% higher)

Construction operatives n.e.c.

£30,734
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricConstruction operatives n.e.c.Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research ProfessionalsDifference
Median Annual£30,734£54,283-£23,549
Mean Annual£31,371£57,622-£26,251
Monthly£2,561£4,524-£1,963
Weekly£591£1,044-£453
Hourly£14.78£26.10-£11.32

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileConstruction operatives n.e.c.Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals
10th (Entry)£14,788£32,169
25th£25,464£41,963
50th (Median)£30,734£54,283
75th£37,893£69,410
90th (Senior)£46,409£87,125
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals?
A Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals earns more. The median salary for a Construction operatives n.e.c. is £30,734, whilst a Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals earns £54,283 — a difference of £23,549 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Construction operatives n.e.c. and a Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals?
The difference is £23,549 per year. Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Construction operatives n.e.c. or a Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals?
From a salary perspective, Research and Development (R&D) and Other Research Professionals 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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