Newspaper and periodical editors vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

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

Newspaper and periodical editors earns £10,285 more per year (31% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical editorsProcess, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£43,456£33,171+£10,285
Mean Annual£48,684£34,903+£13,781
Monthly£3,621£2,764+£857
Weekly£836£638+£198
Hourly£20.89£15.95+£4.94

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical editorsProcess, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£27,233£17,094
25th£33,719£26,372
50th (Median)£43,456£33,171
75th£55,473£42,276
90th (Senior)£0£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Newspaper and periodical editors earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical editors is £43,456, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £10,285 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical editors and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £10,285 per year. Newspaper and periodical editors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Process, plant and machine 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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