Hairdressers and barbers vs Information technology professionals n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Hairdressers and barbers and Information technology professionals n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Information technology professionals n.e.c. earns £34,893 more per year (229% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersInformation technology professionals n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£15,210£50,103-£34,893
Mean Annual£17,418£54,309-£36,891
Monthly£1,268£4,175-£2,907
Weekly£293£964-£671
Hourly£7.31£24.09-£16.78

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and barbersInformation technology professionals n.e.c.
10th (Entry)£8,678£27,045
25th£11,010£36,093
50th (Median)£15,210£50,103
75th£23,700£65,778
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Information technology professionals n.e.c.?
A Information technology professionals n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Information technology professionals n.e.c. earns £50,103 — a difference of £34,893 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Information technology professionals n.e.c.?
The difference is £34,893 per year. Information technology professionals n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers or a Information technology professionals n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Information technology 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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