Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades vs Plasterers Salary (2025)

How do Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades and Plasterers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns £6,188 more per year (18% higher)
vs

Plasterers

£33,599
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making TradesPlasterersDifference
Median Annual£39,787£33,599+£6,188
Mean Annual£42,396£34,762+£7,634
Monthly£3,316£2,800+£516
Weekly£765£646+£119
Hourly£19.13£16.15+£2.98
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades or a Plasterers?
A Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades earns more. The median salary for a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades is £39,787, whilst a Plasterers earns £33,599 — a difference of £6,188 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades and a Plasterers?
The difference is £6,188 per year. Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades or a Plasterers?
From a salary perspective, Metal Machining, Fitting and Instrument Making Trades 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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