Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Optometrists Salary

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Optometrists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown using the latest ONS data.

Optometrists earns £3,438 more per year (9% higher)

Metal machining setters and setter-operators

£36,563
per year (gross)
Take-home: £29,845
vs

Optometrists

£40,001
per year (gross)
Take-home: £32,320

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsOptometristsDifference
Median Annual£36,563£40,001-£3,438
Mean Annual£38,478£45,710-£7,232
Take-Home (Net)£29,845£32,320-£2,475
Monthly (Gross)£3,047£3,333-£286
Weekly (Gross)£703£769-£66
Hourly£17.58£19.23-£1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Optometrists?
A Optometrists earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Optometrists earns £40,001 — a difference of £3,438 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Optometrists?
The difference is £3,438 per year. Optometrists is the higher-paid role.
What is the take-home pay difference?
After tax and National Insurance, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators takes home approximately £29,845 per year, whilst a Optometrists takes home £32,320. The net difference is £2,475.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Optometrists?
From a salary perspective, Optometrists 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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