Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades vs Physical scientists Salary (2025)

How do Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades and Physical scientists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Physical scientists earns £13,900 more per year (39% higher)
vs

Physical scientists

£49,534
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal Forming, Welding and Related TradesPhysical scientistsDifference
Median Annual£35,634£49,534-£13,900
Mean Annual£38,191£56,902-£18,711
Monthly£2,970£4,128-£1,158
Weekly£685£953-£268
Hourly£17.13£23.81-£6.68
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades or a Physical scientists?
A Physical scientists earns more. The median salary for a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades is £35,634, whilst a Physical scientists earns £49,534 — a difference of £13,900 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades and a Physical scientists?
The difference is £13,900 per year. Physical scientists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal Forming, Welding and Related Trades or a Physical scientists?
From a salary perspective, Physical scientists 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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