Pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants Salary — UK & US Data (2025)
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UK Salary Overview
The median salary for a pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants in the UK is £17,993 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings data for 2025 (provisional). There are approximately 47,000 jobs in this occupation across the UK. If you're heading into a pay review or a new offer, a good salary negotiation guide can help you land nearer the top of these ranges.
UK Salary Percentiles
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| Percentile | Annual (gross) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | £7,852 | Entry level / lowest decile |
| 25th | £12,629 | Early career |
| 50th (median) | £17,993 | Typical pay |
| 75th | £23,643 | Experienced |
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Check Price →UK Regional Breakdown
| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| South West | £20,569 | +14.3% |
| South East | £20,207 | +12.3% |
| East Midlands | £20,077 | +11.6% |
| East | £18,278 | +1.6% |
| North East | £17,573 | -2.3% |
| West Midlands | £16,341 | -9.2% |
| North West | £15,730 | -12.6% |
Regions without published data for this occupation are omitted (ONS suppresses small samples).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a pharmacy and optical dispensing assistants in the UK?
The UK median is £17,993 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £17,724.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-07-18