Hairdressers and barbers vs Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary (2025)

How do Hairdressers and barbers 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 £26,122 more per year (172% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersDifference
Median Annual£15,210£41,332-£26,122
Mean Annual£17,418£43,544-£26,126
Monthly£1,268£3,444-£2,176
Weekly£293£795-£502
Hourly£7.31£19.87-£12.56

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and barbersNewspaper and periodical journalists and reporters
10th (Entry)£8,678£25,099
25th£11,010£31,240
50th (Median)£15,210£41,332
75th£23,700£53,291
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £41,332 — a difference of £26,122 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The difference is £26,122 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers 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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