Newspaper and periodical editors vs Process Operatives Salary (2025)

How do Newspaper and periodical editors and Process Operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical editors earns £13,760 more per year (46% higher)
vs

Process Operatives

£29,696
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical editorsProcess OperativesDifference
Median Annual£43,456£29,696+£13,760
Mean Annual£48,684£30,964+£17,720
Monthly£3,621£2,475+£1,146
Weekly£836£571+£265
Hourly£20.89£14.28+£6.61

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical editorsProcess Operatives
10th (Entry)£27,233£19,124
25th£33,719£25,156
50th (Median)£43,456£29,696
75th£55,473£36,583
90th (Senior)£0£44,343
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Process Operatives?
A Newspaper and periodical editors earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical editors is £43,456, whilst a Process Operatives earns £29,696 — a difference of £13,760 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical editors and a Process Operatives?
The difference is £13,760 per year. Newspaper and periodical editors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Process Operatives?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical editors 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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