Dispensing opticians vs Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Dispensing opticians and Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. earns £12,967 more per year (46% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansProtective service associate professionals n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£28,297£41,264-£12,967
Mean Annual£26,241£44,964-£18,723
Monthly£2,358£3,439-£1,081
Weekly£544£794-£250
Hourly£13.60£19.84-£6.24
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.?
A Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. earns £41,264 — a difference of £12,967 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.?
The difference is £12,967 per year. Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Protective service associate professionals 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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