Hairdressers and barbers vs Information Technology Technicians Salary (2025)

How do Hairdressers and barbers and Information Technology Technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Information Technology Technicians earns £20,533 more per year (135% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersInformation Technology TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£15,210£35,743-£20,533
Mean Annual£17,418£38,624-£21,206
Monthly£1,268£2,979-£1,711
Weekly£293£687-£394
Hourly£7.31£17.18-£9.87

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and barbersInformation Technology Technicians
10th (Entry)£8,678£24,311
25th£11,010£28,610
50th (Median)£15,210£35,743
75th£23,700£45,120
90th (Senior)£0£55,713
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Information Technology Technicians?
A Information Technology Technicians earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Information Technology Technicians earns £35,743 — a difference of £20,533 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Information Technology Technicians?
The difference is £20,533 per year. Information Technology Technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers or a Information Technology Technicians?
From a salary perspective, Information Technology Technicians 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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