Hairdressers and barbers vs Process operatives n.e.c. Salary (2025)

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

Process operatives n.e.c. earns £19,297 more per year (127% higher)

Hairdressers and barbers

£15,210
per year
vs

Process operatives n.e.c.

£34,507
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and barbersProcess operatives n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£15,210£34,507-£19,297
Mean Annual£17,418£35,321-£17,903
Monthly£1,268£2,876-£1,608
Weekly£293£664-£371
Hourly£7.31£16.59-£9.28

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and barbersProcess operatives n.e.c.
10th (Entry)£8,678£24,076
25th£11,010£27,603
50th (Median)£15,210£34,507
75th£23,700£40,335
90th (Senior)£0£0
Advertisement

Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and barbers or a Process operatives n.e.c.?
A Process operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and barbers is £15,210, whilst a Process operatives n.e.c. earns £34,507 — a difference of £19,297 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and barbers and a Process operatives n.e.c.?
The difference is £19,297 per year. Process operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and barbers or a Process operatives n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Process operatives n.e.c. offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

More Comparisons