Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters vs Waiters and waitresses Salary (2025)

How do Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters and Waiters and waitresses salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns £31,204 more per year (308% higher)
vs

Waiters and waitresses

£10,128
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersWaiters and waitressesDifference
Median Annual£41,332£10,128+£31,204
Mean Annual£43,544£12,121+£31,423
Monthly£3,444£844+£2,600
Weekly£795£195+£600
Hourly£19.87£4.87+£15.00

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileNewspaper and periodical journalists and reportersWaiters and waitresses
10th (Entry)£25,099£2,228
25th£31,240£4,524
50th (Median)£41,332£10,128
75th£53,291£18,211
90th (Senior)£0£25,699
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters or a Waiters and waitresses?
A Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters earns more. The median salary for a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is £41,332, whilst a Waiters and waitresses earns £10,128 — a difference of £31,204 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters and a Waiters and waitresses?
The difference is £31,204 per year. Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters or a Waiters and waitresses?
From a salary perspective, Newspaper and periodical journalists and reporters 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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