Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. vs Optometrists Salary (2025)

How do Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. and Optometrists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. earns £2,750 more per year (7% higher)
vs

Optometrists

£40,001
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNatural and social science professionals n.e.c.OptometristsDifference
Median Annual£42,751£40,001+£2,750
Mean Annual£45,198£45,710-£512
Monthly£3,563£3,333+£230
Weekly£822£769+£53
Hourly£20.55£19.23+£1.32
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. or a Optometrists?
A Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. is £42,751, whilst a Optometrists earns £40,001 — a difference of £2,750 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. and a Optometrists?
The difference is £2,750 per year. Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. or a Optometrists?
From a salary perspective, Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. 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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