Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Tailors and dressmakers Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Tailors and dressmakers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £11,511 more per year (46% higher)
vs

Tailors and dressmakers

£25,052
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsTailors and dressmakersDifference
Median Annual£36,563£25,052+£11,511
Mean Annual£38,478£24,504+£13,974
Monthly£3,047£2,088+£959
Weekly£703£482+£221
Hourly£17.58£12.04+£5.54
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Tailors and dressmakers?
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 Tailors and dressmakers earns £25,052 — a difference of £11,511 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Tailors and dressmakers?
The difference is £11,511 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 Tailors and dressmakers?
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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