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

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

Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. earns £42 more per year (0% higher)
vs

Social workers

£42,709
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNatural and social science professionals n.e.c.Social workersDifference
Median Annual£42,751£42,709+£42
Mean Annual£45,198£41,994+£3,204
Monthly£3,563£3,559+£4
Weekly£822£821+£1
Hourly£20.55£20.53+£0.02

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNatural and social science professionals n.e.c.Social workers
10th (Entry)£27,760£25,798
25th£32,451£36,474
50th (Median)£42,751£42,709
75th£53,625£48,804
90th (Senior)£0£53,902
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. or a Social workers?
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 Social workers earns £42,709 — a difference of £42 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. and a Social workers?
The difference is £42 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 Social workers?
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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