Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Textiles, garments and related trades n.e.c. Salary (2025)

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

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £9,581 more per year (36% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsTextiles, garments and related trades n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£36,563£26,982+£9,581
Mean Annual£38,478£26,001+£12,477
Monthly£3,047£2,249+£798
Weekly£703£519+£184
Hourly£17.58£12.97+£4.61
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Textiles, garments and related 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 Textiles, garments and related trades n.e.c. earns £26,982 — a difference of £9,581 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Textiles, garments and related trades n.e.c.?
The difference is £9,581 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 Textiles, garments and related 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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