Hairdressers and barbers vs Other skilled trades n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Hairdressers and barbers and Other skilled trades n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Other skilled trades n.e.c. earns £14,251 more per year (94% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Other skilled trades n.e.c.

£29,461
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersOther skilled trades n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£15,210£29,461-£14,251
Mean Annual£17,418£29,769-£12,351
Monthly£1,268£2,455-£1,187
Weekly£293£567-£274
Hourly£7.31£14.16-£6.85
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
A Other skilled trades n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Other skilled trades n.e.c. earns £29,461 — a difference of £14,251 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
The difference is £14,251 per year. Other skilled trades n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Other skilled trades 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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