Laboratory technicians vs Managers in transport and distribution Salary (2025)

How do Laboratory technicians and Managers in transport and distribution salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Managers in transport and distribution earns £18,895 more per year (69% higher)

Laboratory technicians

£27,248
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricLaboratory techniciansManagers in transport and distributionDifference
Median Annual£27,248£46,143-£18,895
Mean Annual£29,696£50,980-£21,284
Monthly£2,271£3,845-£1,574
Weekly£524£887-£363
Hourly£13.10£22.18-£9.08

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileLaboratory techniciansManagers in transport and distribution
10th (Entry)£16,771£28,798
25th£24,452£36,656
50th (Median)£27,248£46,143
75th£33,672£58,520
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Laboratory technicians or a Managers in transport and distribution?
A Managers in transport and distribution earns more. The median salary for a Laboratory technicians is £27,248, whilst a Managers in transport and distribution earns £46,143 — a difference of £18,895 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Laboratory technicians and a Managers in transport and distribution?
The difference is £18,895 per year. Managers in transport and distribution is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Laboratory technicians or a Managers in transport and distribution?
From a salary perspective, Managers in transport and distribution 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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