Aerospace mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Aerospace mechanic gender statistics
10.0% of aerospace mechanics are women and 90.0% of aerospace mechanics are men.
- Male, 90.0%
- Female, 10.0%
Aerospace mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.0% |
| Female | 10.0% |
Aerospace mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,847
Female income
$38,145
Aerospace mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in aerospace mechanic positions over time. Currently, 10.0% of aerospace mechanics are female.
Aerospace mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.91% | 8.09% |
| 2011 | 91.74% | 8.26% |
| 2012 | 92.24% | 7.76% |
| 2013 | 91.02% | 8.98% |
| 2014 | 91.72% | 8.28% |
| 2015 | 91.49% | 8.51% |
| 2016 | 91.67% | 8.33% |
| 2017 | 91.62% | 8.38% |
| 2018 | 90.67% | 9.33% |
| 2019 | 89.92% | 10.08% |
| 2020 | 90.70% | 9.30% |
| 2021 | 90.00% | 10.00% |
Aerospace mechanic related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Mechanic | 90% | 10% |
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Aerospace mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among aerospace mechanics is White, which makes up 61.6% of all aerospace mechanics. Comparatively, 15.0% of aerospace mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 9.2% of aerospace mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 61.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.0%
- Black or African American, 9.2%
- Asian, 8.6%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Aerospace mechanic race
| Aerospace mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Asian | 8.6% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Aerospace mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how aerospace mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Aerospace mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.78% | 9.45% | 8.35% | 12.85% |
| 2011 | 67.25% | 9.57% | 9.03% | 11.72% |
| 2012 | 66.27% | 9.98% | 9.37% | 11.86% |
| 2013 | 65.48% | 10.25% | 8.53% | 12.38% |
| 2014 | 66.66% | 9.09% | 8.84% | 12.56% |
| 2015 | 66.25% | 9.38% | 8.20% | 13.13% |
| 2016 | 65.05% | 9.79% | 8.69% | 13.49% |
| 2017 | 64.85% | 9.66% | 8.91% | 13.34% |
| 2018 | 64.82% | 8.81% | 8.86% | 14.54% |
| 2019 | 65.28% | 8.54% | 8.76% | 14.64% |
| 2020 | 63.21% | 7.88% | 9.04% | 14.61% |
| 2021 | 61.56% | 9.23% | 8.62% | 15.05% |
Aerospace mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian aerospace mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american aerospace mechanics have the lowest average salary at $41,859.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,074 |
| White | $43,134 |
| Black or African American | $41,859 |
| Asian | $43,999 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,204 |
Average aerospace mechanic age
See how the average age of aerospace mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Aerospace mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 48 |
| Unknown | 43 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 44 |
| White | 46.5 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Aerospace mechanic age breakdown
The average age of aerospace mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the aerospace mechanic population.
Aerospace mechanic age breakdown
| Aerospace Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Aerospace mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for aerospace mechanics is high school diploma, with 31% of aerospace mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 24%.
- High School Diploma, 31%
- Associate, 27%
- Bachelor's, 24%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Aerospace mechanics by degree level
| Aerospace mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 31% |
| Associate | 27% |
| Bachelor's | 24% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Aerospace mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, aerospace mechanics with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $45,635 annually. With a Associate degree, aerospace mechanics earn a median annual income of $44,490 compared to $43,789 for aerospace mechanics with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $45,635 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,868 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,789 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,490 |
Aerospace mechanic employment statistics
Most aerospace mechanics work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where aerospace mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where aerospace mechanics work.
Aerospace mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 32% |
Aerospace mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the aerospace mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most aerospace mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Aerospace mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 7% |
Aerospace mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for aerospace mechanics are professional, technology and transportation.
Aerospace mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 19% |
| Technology | 19% |
| Transportation | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 13% |
| Government | 6% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Education | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
Aerospace mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Aerospace mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for aerospace mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Aerospace mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Aerospace mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.39% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 5.70% |
| 2013 | 4.72% |
| 2014 | 3.88% |
| 2015 | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 3.28% |
| 2017 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.91% |
| 2021 | 4.04% |
Average aerospace mechanic tenure
The average aerospace mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 233 aerospace mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Aerospace mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 24% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 11% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Aerospace mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of aerospace mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lot Technician | 4.94% | 11,410 |
| Electrical Systems Drafter | 5.61% | 85,632 |
| Structural Drafter | 5.82% | 4,685 |
| Aerospace Mechanic | 6.29% | - |
| IE Technician | 8.40% | 28,129 |
Similar aerospace mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Lot Technician | 4.94% | 11,410 |
| Electrical Systems Drafter | 5.61% | 85,632 |
| Structural Drafter | 5.82% | 4,685 |
| IE Technician | 8.40% | 28,129 |
Foreign languages spoken by aerospace mechanics
The most common foreign language among aerospace mechanics is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 14.3% and Tongan is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Chinese, 14.3%
- Tongan, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
- Cantonese, 14.3%
Aerospace mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
| Tongan | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
| Cantonese | 14.3% |