Newspaper and periodical editors vs Social workers Salary (2025)

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

Newspaper and periodical editors earns £747 more per year (2% higher)
vs

Social workers

£42,709
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical editorsSocial workersDifference
Median Annual£43,456£42,709+£747
Mean Annual£48,684£41,994+£6,690
Monthly£3,621£3,559+£62
Weekly£836£821+£15
Hourly£20.89£20.53+£0.36

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical editorsSocial workers
10th (Entry)£27,233£25,798
25th£33,719£36,474
50th (Median)£43,456£42,709
75th£55,473£48,804
90th (Senior)£0£53,902
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Social workers?
A Newspaper and periodical editors earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical editors is £43,456, whilst a Social workers earns £42,709 — a difference of £747 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical editors and a Social workers?
The difference is £747 per year. Newspaper and periodical editors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Social workers?
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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