Metal making and treating process operatives vs Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters Salary (2025)

How do Metal making and treating process operatives and Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £6,778 more per year (20% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal making and treating process operativesNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersDifference
Median Annual£34,554£41,332-£6,778
Mean Annual£35,618£43,544-£7,926
Monthly£2,880£3,444-£564
Weekly£665£795-£130
Hourly£16.61£19.87-£3.26

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal making and treating process operativesNewspaper and periodical journalists and reporters
10th (Entry)£23,371£25,099
25th£29,268£31,240
50th (Median)£34,554£41,332
75th£40,726£53,291
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Metal making and treating process operatives is £34,554, whilst a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £41,332 — a difference of £6,778 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal making and treating process operatives and a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
The difference is £6,778 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters 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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