Hairdressers and Related Services vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Hairdressers and Related Services and Process, plant and machine operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process, plant and machine operatives earns £17,882 more per year (117% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricHairdressers and Related ServicesProcess, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£15,289£33,171-£17,882
Mean Annual£17,548£34,903-£17,355
Monthly£1,274£2,764-£1,490
Weekly£294£638-£344
Hourly£7.35£15.95-£8.60

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHairdressers and Related ServicesProcess, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£8,401£17,094
25th£10,874£26,372
50th (Median)£15,289£33,171
75th£23,951£42,276
90th (Senior)£28,548£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Hairdressers and Related Services or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Hairdressers and Related Services is £15,289, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £17,882 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Hairdressers and Related Services and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £17,882 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Hairdressers and Related Services or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Process, plant and machine operatives 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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