Dispensing opticians vs Information Technology Technicians Salary (2025)

How do Dispensing opticians and Information Technology Technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Information Technology Technicians earns £7,446 more per year (26% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
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Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansInformation Technology TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£28,297£35,743-£7,446
Mean Annual£26,241£38,624-£12,383
Monthly£2,358£2,979-£621
Weekly£544£687-£143
Hourly£13.60£17.18-£3.58
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Information Technology Technicians?
A Information Technology Technicians earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Information Technology Technicians earns £35,743 — a difference of £7,446 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Information Technology Technicians?
The difference is £7,446 per year. Information Technology Technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Information Technology Technicians?
From a salary perspective, Information Technology Technicians 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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