Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. vs Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers Salary (2025)
How do Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. earns £17,512 more per year (116% higher)
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Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. | Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual | £32,670 | £15,158 | +£17,512 |
| Mean Annual | £33,093 | £16,912 | +£16,181 |
| Monthly | £2,723 | £1,263 | +£1,460 |
| Weekly | £628 | £292 | +£336 |
| Hourly | £15.71 | £7.29 | +£8.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who earns more, a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers?
A Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is £32,670, whilst a Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers earns £15,158 — a difference of £17,512 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and a Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers?
The difference is £17,512 per year. Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Sales Assistants and Retail Cashiers?
From a salary perspective, Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. 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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