Paramedics vs Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades Salary (2025)

How do Paramedics and Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Paramedics earns £9,423 more per year (24% higher)

Paramedics

£49,169
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricParamedicsSkilled metal, electrical and electronic tradesDifference
Median Annual£49,169£39,746+£9,423
Mean Annual£49,357£42,052+£7,305
Monthly£4,097£3,312+£785
Weekly£946£764+£182
Hourly£23.64£19.11+£4.53

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileParamedicsSkilled metal, electrical and electronic trades
10th (Entry)£30,677£25,500
25th£38,770£31,793
50th (Median)£49,169£39,746
75th£59,136£49,608
90th (Senior)£0£62,011
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Paramedics or a Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades?
A Paramedics earns more. The median salary for a Paramedics is £49,169, whilst a Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades earns £39,746 — a difference of £9,423 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Paramedics and a Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades?
The difference is £9,423 per year. Paramedics is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Paramedics or a Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades?
From a salary perspective, Paramedics 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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