Hairdressers and barbers vs Physiotherapists Salary (2025)

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

Physiotherapists earns £24,332 more per year (160% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Physiotherapists

£39,542
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersPhysiotherapistsDifference
Median Annual£15,210£39,542-£24,332
Mean Annual£17,418£39,688-£22,270
Monthly£1,268£3,295-£2,027
Weekly£293£760-£467
Hourly£7.31£19.01-£11.70

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and barbersPhysiotherapists
10th (Entry)£8,678£25,229
25th£11,010£31,329
50th (Median)£15,210£39,542
75th£23,700£48,606
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Physiotherapists?
A Physiotherapists earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Physiotherapists earns £39,542 — a difference of £24,332 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Physiotherapists?
The difference is £24,332 per year. Physiotherapists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers or a Physiotherapists?
From a salary perspective, Physiotherapists 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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