Dispensing opticians vs Physiotherapists Salary (2025)

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

Physiotherapists earns £11,245 more per year (40% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
vs

Physiotherapists

£39,542
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansPhysiotherapistsDifference
Median Annual£28,297£39,542-£11,245
Mean Annual£26,241£39,688-£13,447
Monthly£2,358£3,295-£937
Weekly£544£760-£216
Hourly£13.60£19.01-£5.41
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Physiotherapists?
A Physiotherapists earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Physiotherapists earns £39,542 — a difference of £11,245 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Physiotherapists?
The difference is £11,245 per year. Physiotherapists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Physiotherapists?
From a salary perspective, Physiotherapists 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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