Dispensing opticians vs Process operatives n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Dispensing opticians and Process operatives n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process operatives n.e.c. earns £6,210 more per year (22% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
vs

Process operatives n.e.c.

£34,507
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansProcess operatives n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£28,297£34,507-£6,210
Mean Annual£26,241£35,321-£9,080
Monthly£2,358£2,876-£518
Weekly£544£664-£120
Hourly£13.60£16.59-£2.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Process operatives n.e.c.?
A Process operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Process operatives n.e.c. earns £34,507 — a difference of £6,210 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Process operatives n.e.c.?
The difference is £6,210 per year. Process operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Process operatives n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Process operatives 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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