Data analysts vs Science, Engineering and Production Technicians Salary (2025)

How do Data analysts and Science, Engineering and Production Technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Data analysts earns £3,063 more per year (9% higher)

Data analysts

£38,561
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricData analystsScience, Engineering and Production TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£38,561£35,498+£3,063
Mean Annual£42,104£38,629+£3,475
Monthly£3,213£2,958+£255
Weekly£742£683+£59
Hourly£18.54£17.07+£1.47

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileData analystsScience, Engineering and Production Technicians
10th (Entry)£26,737£24,003
25th£31,146£28,365
50th (Median)£38,561£35,498
75th£48,110£46,091
90th (Senior)£0£57,951
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Data analysts or a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
A Data analysts earns more. The median salary for a Data analysts is £38,561, whilst a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians earns £35,498 — a difference of £3,063 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Data analysts and a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
The difference is £3,063 per year. Data analysts is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Data analysts or a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
From a salary perspective, Data analysts 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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