Dispensing opticians vs Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. Salary

How do Dispensing opticians and Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. earns £595 more per year (2% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year (gross)
Take-home: £23,893
vs

Elementary construction occupations n.e.c.

£28,892
per year (gross)
Take-home: £24,322

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansElementary construction occupations n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£28,297£28,892-£595
Mean Annual£26,241£29,148-£2,907
Take-Home (Net)£23,893£24,322-£429
Monthly (Gross)£2,358£2,408-£50
Weekly (Gross)£544£556-£12
Hourly£13.60£13.89-£0.29

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Elementary construction occupations n.e.c.?
A Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. earns £28,892 — a difference of £595 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Elementary construction occupations n.e.c.?
The difference is £595 per year. Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
What is the take-home pay difference?
After tax and National Insurance, a Dispensing opticians takes home approximately £23,893 per year, whilst a Elementary construction occupations n.e.c. takes home £24,322. The net difference is £429.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Elementary construction occupations n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Elementary construction occupations 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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