Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for apprentices in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 199,213 apprentices currently employed in the United States.
- 21.6% of all apprentices are women, while 78.4% are men.
- The average age of an employed apprentice is 41 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of apprentices is White (64.5%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.3%), Black or African American (7.9%) and Unknown (4.2%).
- In 2021, women earned 97% of what men earned.
- 3% of all apprentices are LGBT.
- Apprentices are 76% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Apprentice Statistics By Gender
21.6% of apprentices are women and 78.4% of apprentices are men.
- Male, 78.4%
- Female, 21.6%
Apprentices By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.4% |
| Female | 21.6% |
Gender Pay Gap For Apprentice
Women Earn 97ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Apprentice Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the apprentice position over time.
Apprentice Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.46% | 17.54% |
| 2011 | 82.77% | 17.23% |
| 2012 | 82.26% | 17.74% |
| 2013 | 83.49% | 16.51% |
| 2014 | 81.95% | 18.05% |
| 2015 | 78.51% | 21.49% |
| 2016 | 82.40% | 17.60% |
| 2017 | 81.10% | 18.90% |
| 2018 | 78.22% | 21.78% |
| 2019 | 82.20% | 17.80% |
| 2020 | 81.22% | 18.78% |
| 2021 | 78.44% | 21.56% |
Apprentice Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Apprentice | 78% | 22% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
Apprentice Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among apprentices is White, which makes up 64.5% of all apprentices. Comparatively, there are 20.3% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 7.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 64.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.3%
- Black or African American, 7.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 2.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Apprentice Race
| Apprentice Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 2.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Apprentice Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among apprentices.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Apprentice Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.25% | 8.42% | 2.13% | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 70.61% | 8.76% | 2.16% | 15.94% |
| 2012 | 70.47% | 8.66% | 2.21% | 16.06% |
| 2013 | 69.70% | 8.76% | 2.19% | 16.74% |
| 2014 | 69.97% | 8.95% | 2.04% | 16.78% |
| 2015 | 69.17% | 9.17% | 2.19% | 16.77% |
| 2016 | 69.19% | 8.44% | 2.07% | 17.58% |
| 2017 | 67.10% | 8.29% | 2.44% | 19.51% |
| 2018 | 68.50% | 8.02% | 1.99% | 18.83% |
| 2019 | 69.26% | 7.69% | 2.16% | 18.47% |
| 2020 | 65.81% | 8.35% | 2.06% | 18.56% |
| 2021 | 64.54% | 7.91% | 2.20% | 20.25% |
Apprentice Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,393 |
| White | $37,756 |
| Black or African American | $35,050 |
| Asian | $38,122 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,978 |
Average Age of an Apprentice
We determined the average age of apprentices based on ethnicity and gender.
Apprentice Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 52 |
| Unknown | 40 | |
| Asian | 43 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 36 |
| White | 42 | 41 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36.5 |
Apprentice Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of apprentice employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of apprentices is 40+ years old, which represents 55% of the population.
Apprentice Age
| Apprentice Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Types of Apprentice Degree Levels
The most common degree for apprentices is bachelor's degree 38% of apprentices earn that degree. A close second is high school diploma with 30% and rounding it off is associate degree with 18%.
- Bachelors, 38%
- High School Diploma, 30%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Apprentices By Education
| Apprentice Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 38% |
| High School Diploma | 30% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Apprentice Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,301 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,422 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,024 |
Apprentice Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where apprentices work. We found most apprentices work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most apprentices is the construction industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire apprentices.
Apprentice Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
The Types Of Companies Apprentice Work In
Employees with the apprentice job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most apprentices prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Apprentice Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 3% |
Top Industries Hiring Apprentices
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ apprentices. Those industries include construction, manufacturing and professional.
Apprentice Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 25% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Apprentice Turnover And Employment Statistics
Apprentice Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of apprentices changed.
- Unemployment rate
Apprentice Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Apprentice Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.50% |
| 2011 | 12.66% |
| 2012 | 9.65% |
| 2013 | 7.94% |
| 2014 | 6.08% |
| 2015 | 4.67% |
| 2016 | 4.49% |
| 2017 | 3.48% |
| 2018 | 2.92% |
| 2019 | 2.81% |
| 2020 | 4.62% |
| 2021 | 4.91% |
The Average Number of Years That Apprentice Stay in a Job
By looking over 43,489 apprentices resumes, we figured out that the average apprentice enjoys staying at their job for Less than 1 year for a percentage of 37%.
Apprentice Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 37% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Apprentices with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to apprentices.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Erector | 1.40% | 46 |
| Hot Tar Roofer | 1.43% | 1,449 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic | 1.75% | 33,392 |
| Mixing Plant Dumper | 2.24% | 8,715 |
| Apprentice | 2.76% | - |
| Acoustical Material Worker | 3.39% | 38,252 |
| Tinker | 4.07% | 960 |
Apprentice LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Erector | 1.40% | 46 |
| Hot Tar Roofer | 1.43% | 1,449 |
| Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic | 1.75% | 33,392 |
| Mixing Plant Dumper | 2.24% | 8,715 |
| Acoustical Material Worker | 3.39% | 38,252 |
| Tinker | 4.07% | 960 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Apprentices
The most common foreign language among apprentices is Spanish at 54.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and German is the third-most popular at 7.7%.
- Spanish, 54.8%
- French, 11.1%
- German, 7.7%
- Chinese, 3.5%
- Italian, 3.5%
- Other, 19.4%
Apprentice Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.8% |
| French | 11.1% |
| German | 7.7% |
| Chinese | 3.5% |
| Italian | 3.5% |
| Other | 19.4% |
