Newspaper and periodical editors vs Textiles, printing and other skilled trades Salary (2025)

How do Newspaper and periodical editors and Textiles, printing and other skilled trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical editors earns £15,660 more per year (56% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical editorsTextiles, printing and other skilled tradesDifference
Median Annual£43,456£27,796+£15,660
Mean Annual£48,684£27,488+£21,196
Monthly£3,621£2,316+£1,305
Weekly£836£535+£301
Hourly£20.89£13.36+£7.53

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical editorsTextiles, printing and other skilled trades
10th (Entry)£27,233£12,064
25th£33,719£20,001
50th (Median)£43,456£27,796
75th£55,473£34,000
90th (Senior)£0£41,144
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
A Newspaper and periodical editors earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical editors is £43,456, whilst a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades earns £27,796 — a difference of £15,660 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical editors and a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
The difference is £15,660 per year. Newspaper and periodical editors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical editors or a Textiles, printing and other skilled trades?
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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