Managers in logistics vs Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades Salary

How do Managers in logistics and Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Managers in logistics earns £6,142 more per year (15% higher)

Managers in logistics

£45,929
per year (gross)
Take-home: £36,588
vs

Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades

£39,787
per year (gross)
Take-home: £32,166

Detailed Comparison

MetricManagers in logisticsMetal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making TradesDifference
Median Annual£45,929£39,787+£6,142
Mean Annual£49,936£42,396+£7,540
Take-Home (Net)£36,588£32,166+£4,422
Monthly (Gross)£3,827£3,316+£511
Weekly (Gross)£883£765+£118
Hourly£22.08£19.13+£2.95

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileManagers in logisticsMetal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades
10th (Entry)£30,395£25,396
25th£37,095£31,198
50th (Median)£45,929£39,787
75th£59,198£50,583
90th (Senior)£0£63,827

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Managers in logistics or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
A Managers in logistics earns more. The median salary for a Managers in logistics is £45,929, whilst a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £39,787 — a difference of £6,142 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Managers in logistics and a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
The difference is £6,142 per year. Managers in logistics is the higher-paid role.
What is the take-home pay difference?
After tax and National Insurance, a Managers in logistics takes home approximately £36,588 per year, whilst a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades takes home £32,166. The net difference is £4,422.
Should I become a Managers in logistics or a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades?
From a salary perspective, Managers in logistics 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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