Optometrists vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

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

Optometrists earns £6,830 more per year (21% higher)

Optometrists

£40,001
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricOptometristsProcess, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£40,001£33,171+£6,830
Mean Annual£45,710£34,903+£10,807
Monthly£3,333£2,764+£569
Weekly£769£638+£131
Hourly£19.23£15.95+£3.28
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Optometrists or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Optometrists earns more. The median salary for a Optometrists is £40,001, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £6,830 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Optometrists and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £6,830 per year. Optometrists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Optometrists or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Optometrists 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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