Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Vehicle paint technicians Salary (2025)

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

Vehicle paint technicians earns £1,111 more per year (3% higher)
vs

Vehicle paint technicians

£37,674
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsVehicle paint techniciansDifference
Median Annual£36,563£37,674-£1,111
Mean Annual£38,478£39,323-£845
Monthly£3,047£3,140-£93
Weekly£703£725-£22
Hourly£17.58£18.11-£0.53
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Vehicle paint technicians?
A Vehicle paint technicians earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Vehicle paint technicians earns £37,674 — a difference of £1,111 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Vehicle paint technicians?
The difference is £1,111 per year. Vehicle paint technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Vehicle paint technicians?
From a salary perspective, Vehicle paint technicians 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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