Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. vs Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades Salary (2025)

How do Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. and Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades earns £6,445 more per year (22% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricElementary process plant occupations n.e.c.Metal Forming, Welding and Related TradesDifference
Median Annual£29,189£35,634-£6,445
Mean Annual£30,228£38,191-£7,963
Monthly£2,432£2,970-£538
Weekly£561£685-£124
Hourly£14.03£17.13-£3.10

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileElementary process plant occupations n.e.c.Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades
10th (Entry)£18,931£25,589
25th£25,323£29,967
50th (Median)£29,189£35,634
75th£35,602£45,245
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. or a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
A Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades earns more. The median salary for a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. is £29,189, whilst a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades earns £35,634 — a difference of £6,445 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. and a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
The difference is £6,445 per year. Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Elementary process plant occupations n.e.c. or a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades?
From a salary perspective, Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades 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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