Aerodynamics engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Aerodynamics engineer gender statistics
13.8% of aerodynamics engineers are women and 86.2% of aerodynamics engineers are men.
- Male, 86.2%
- Female, 13.8%
Aerodynamics engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 86.2% |
| Female | 13.8% |
Aerodynamics engineer gender pay gap
Women earn $1.00 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$91,616
Female income
$91,643
Aerodynamics engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in aerodynamics engineer positions over time. Currently, 13.8% of aerodynamics engineers are female.
Aerodynamics engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.75% | 12.25% |
| 2011 | 89.19% | 10.81% |
| 2012 | 88.98% | 11.02% |
| 2013 | 89.91% | 10.09% |
| 2014 | 88.94% | 11.06% |
| 2015 | 89.27% | 10.73% |
| 2016 | 89.12% | 10.88% |
| 2017 | 86.79% | 13.21% |
| 2018 | 85.89% | 14.11% |
| 2019 | 89.12% | 10.88% |
| 2020 | 87.17% | 12.83% |
| 2021 | 86.24% | 13.76% |
Aerodynamics engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared aerodynamics engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Aerodynamics Engineer | 86% | 14% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Aerodynamics engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among aerodynamics engineers is White, which makes up 67.0% of all aerodynamics engineers. Comparatively, 13.5% of aerodynamics engineers are Asian and 10.7% of aerodynamics engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 67.0%
- Asian, 13.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.7%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Black or African American, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Aerodynamics engineer race
| Aerodynamics engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.0% |
| Asian | 13.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.7% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Aerodynamics engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how aerodynamics engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Aerodynamics engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.18% | 4.09% | 13.72% | 8.13% |
| 2011 | 72.95% | 3.84% | 12.14% | 9.15% |
| 2012 | 72.62% | 3.91% | 13.99% | 7.72% |
| 2013 | 71.51% | 4.23% | 13.75% | 8.36% |
| 2014 | 70.72% | 2.97% | 15.45% | 8.82% |
| 2015 | 69.97% | 3.13% | 13.47% | 10.69% |
| 2016 | 71.36% | 3.21% | 11.47% | 11.53% |
| 2017 | 70.56% | 3.22% | 13.22% | 9.72% |
| 2018 | 69.12% | 3.22% | 14.91% | 9.71% |
| 2019 | 71.06% | 3.60% | 12.85% | 9.75% |
| 2020 | 66.40% | 3.25% | 15.16% | 10.97% |
| 2021 | 66.99% | 4.11% | 13.51% | 10.66% |
Aerodynamics engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian aerodynamics engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino aerodynamics engineers have the lowest average salary at $88,807.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $93,214 |
| White | $93,004 |
| Black or African American | $89,578 |
| Asian | $93,591 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $88,807 |
Average aerodynamics engineer age
See how the average age of aerodynamics engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Aerodynamics engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41.5 | |
| White | 44 | 36 |
| Black or African American | 38.5 | 35 |
| Asian | 48 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 34 |
Aerodynamics engineer age breakdown
The average age of aerodynamics engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 57% of the aerodynamics engineer population.
Aerodynamics engineer age breakdown
| Aerodynamics Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 57% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Aerodynamics engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for aerodynamics engineers is bachelor's degree, with 79% of aerodynamics engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 17% and master's degree degree at 2%.
- Bachelor's, 79%
- Master's, 17%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Associate, 2%
Aerodynamics engineers by degree level
| Aerodynamics engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 79% |
| Master's | 17% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Associate | 2% |
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Aerodynamics engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, aerodynamics engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $111,638 annually. With a Master's degree, aerodynamics engineers earn a median annual income of $106,085 compared to $96,967 for aerodynamics engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $106,085 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $96,967 |
| Doctorate Degree | $111,638 |
Aerodynamics engineer employment statistics
Most aerodynamics engineers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where aerodynamics engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where aerodynamics engineers work.
Aerodynamics engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 1% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 4% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 13% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 46% |
Aerodynamics engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the aerodynamics engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most aerodynamics engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Aerodynamics engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 46% |
| Government | 3% |
Aerodynamics engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for aerodynamics engineers are technology, education and manufacturing.
Aerodynamics engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Education | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Automotive | 8% |
| Start-up | 8% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Government | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Aerodynamics engineer turnover and employment statistics
Aerodynamics engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for aerodynamics engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Aerodynamics engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Aerodynamics engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.43% |
| 2011 | 3.46% |
| 2012 | 2.81% |
| 2013 | 1.87% |
| 2014 | 2.31% |
| 2015 | 1.79% |
| 2016 | 1.68% |
| 2017 | 2.34% |
| 2018 | 1.42% |
| 2019 | 0.78% |
| 2020 | 1.76% |
| 2021 | 2.59% |
Average aerodynamics engineer tenure
The average aerodynamics engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 133 aerodynamics engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Aerodynamics engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 43% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Aerodynamics engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of aerodynamics engineers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor Quality Supervisor | 3.67% | 59,466 |
| Drilling Fluids Engineer | 5.25% | 5,121 |
| Electronics Engineer | 6.39% | 83,870 |
| Aerodynamics Engineer | 7.54% | - |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgist | 10.43% | 25,545 |
| Environmental Engineering Internship | 12.89% | 112,274 |
Similar aerodynamics engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor Quality Supervisor | 3.67% | 59,466 |
| Drilling Fluids Engineer | 5.25% | 5,121 |
| Electronics Engineer | 6.39% | 83,870 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgist | 10.43% | 25,545 |
| Environmental Engineering Internship | 12.89% | 112,274 |
Foreign languages spoken by aerodynamics engineers
The most common foreign language among aerodynamics engineers is Spanish at 35.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 17.6% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 11.8%.
- Spanish, 35.3%
- French, 17.6%
- Chinese, 11.8%
- Mandarin, 11.8%
- German, 5.9%
- Other, 17.6%
Aerodynamics engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 35.3% |
| French | 17.6% |
| Chinese | 11.8% |
| Mandarin | 11.8% |
| German | 5.9% |
| Other | 17.6% |
