Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Other skilled trades n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Other skilled trades n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £7,102 more per year (24% higher)
vs

Other skilled trades n.e.c.

£29,461
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsOther skilled trades n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£36,563£29,461+£7,102
Mean Annual£38,478£29,769+£8,709
Monthly£3,047£2,455+£592
Weekly£703£567+£136
Hourly£17.58£14.16+£3.42
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Other skilled trades n.e.c. earns £29,461 — a difference of £7,102 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
The difference is £7,102 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Other skilled trades n.e.c.?
From a salary perspective, Metal machining setters and setter-operators 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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