Newspaper and periodical editors vs Science, Engineering and Production Technicians Salary (2025)

How do Newspaper and periodical editors and Science, Engineering and Production Technicians salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical editors earns £7,958 more per year (22% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical editorsScience, Engineering and Production TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£43,456£35,498+£7,958
Mean Annual£48,684£38,629+£10,055
Monthly£3,621£2,958+£663
Weekly£836£683+£153
Hourly£20.89£17.07+£3.82

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical editorsScience, Engineering and Production Technicians
10th (Entry)£27,233£24,003
25th£33,719£28,365
50th (Median)£43,456£35,498
75th£55,473£46,091
90th (Senior)£0£57,951
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
A Newspaper and periodical editors earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical editors is £43,456, whilst a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians earns £35,498 — a difference of £7,958 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical editors and a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
The difference is £7,958 per year. Newspaper and periodical editors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
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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