Dispensing opticians vs Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Dispensing opticians and Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. earns £892 more per year (3% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansElementary process plant occupations n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£28,297£29,189-£892
Mean Annual£26,241£30,228-£3,987
Monthly£2,358£2,432-£74
Weekly£544£561-£17
Hourly£13.60£14.03-£0.43
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c.?
A Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. earns £29,189 — a difference of £892 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c.?
The difference is £892 per year. Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Elementary process plant 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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