Dispensing opticians vs Textiles, printing and other skilled trades Salary (2025)

How do Dispensing opticians and Textiles, printing and other skilled trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Dispensing opticians earns £501 more per year (2% higher)

Dispensing opticians

£28,297
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricDispensing opticiansTextiles, printing and other skilled tradesDifference
Median Annual£28,297£27,796+£501
Mean Annual£26,241£27,488-£1,247
Monthly£2,358£2,316+£42
Weekly£544£535+£9
Hourly£13.60£13.36+£0.24
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Dispensing opticians or a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
A Dispensing opticians earns more. The median salary for a Dispensing opticians is £28,297, whilst a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades earns £27,796 — a difference of £501 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Dispensing opticians and a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
The difference is £501 per year. Dispensing opticians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Dispensing opticians or a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
From a salary perspective, Dispensing opticians 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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