Food, drink and tobacco process operatives vs Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary (2025)

How do Food, drink and tobacco process operatives and Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £12,685 more per year (44% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricFood, drink and tobacco process operativesNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersDifference
Median Annual£28,647£41,332-£12,685
Mean Annual£29,602£43,544-£13,942
Monthly£2,387£3,444-£1,057
Weekly£551£795-£244
Hourly£13.77£19.87-£6.10

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileFood, drink and tobacco process operativesNewspaper and periodical journalists and reporters
10th (Entry)£18,174£25,099
25th£24,514£31,240
50th (Median)£28,647£41,332
75th£34,736£53,291
90th (Senior)£42,506£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives is £28,647, whilst a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £41,332 — a difference of £12,685 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives and a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The difference is £12,685 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Food, drink and tobacco process operatives or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters 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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