Asbestos handler demographics and statistics in the US
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Asbestos handler gender statistics
3.9% of asbestos handlers are women and 96.1% of asbestos handlers are men.
- Male, 96.1%
- Female, 3.9%
Asbestos handler gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.1% |
| Female | 3.9% |
Asbestos handler gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$52,598
Female income
$49,251
Asbestos handler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in asbestos handler positions over time. Currently, 3.9% of asbestos handlers are female.
Asbestos handler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.76% | 4.24% |
| 2011 | 96.29% | 3.71% |
| 2012 | 96.59% | 3.41% |
| 2013 | 97.07% | 2.93% |
| 2014 | 97.44% | 2.56% |
| 2015 | 95.86% | 4.14% |
| 2016 | 97.49% | 2.51% |
| 2017 | 96.73% | 3.27% |
| 2018 | 96.24% | 3.76% |
| 2019 | 95.88% | 4.12% |
| 2020 | 95.44% | 4.56% |
| 2021 | 96.14% | 3.86% |
Asbestos handler related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Asbestos Handler | 96% | 4% |
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Asbestos handler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among asbestos handlers is White, which makes up 48.0% of all asbestos handlers. Comparatively, 32.2% of asbestos handlers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.9% of asbestos handlers are Black or African American.
- White, 48.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 32.2%
- Black or African American, 10.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 3.3%
- Unknown, 3.2%
- Asian, 2.4%
Asbestos handler race
| Asbestos handler race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 48.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 3.3% |
| Unknown | 3.2% |
| Asian | 2.4% |
Asbestos handler race and ethnicity over time
See how asbestos handler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Asbestos handler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 51.27% | 19.67% | 2.43% | 23.13% |
| 2011 | 48.40% | 17.85% | 1.42% | 26.59% |
| 2012 | 52.43% | 15.95% | 2.00% | 25.05% |
| 2013 | 50.75% | 13.53% | 3.33% | 27.43% |
| 2014 | 54.46% | 14.43% | 1.68% | 26.53% |
| 2015 | 52.66% | 13.98% | 1.98% | 25.58% |
| 2016 | 49.97% | 13.09% | 2.51% | 30.71% |
| 2017 | 52.28% | 13.78% | 2.31% | 26.66% |
| 2018 | 53.35% | 14.58% | 3.35% | 24.69% |
| 2019 | 49.12% | 16.47% | 3.85% | 25.01% |
| 2020 | 51.61% | 12.35% | 2.73% | 28.39% |
| 2021 | 48.00% | 10.85% | 2.42% | 32.18% |
Asbestos handler wage gap by race
According to our data, asian asbestos handlers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american asbestos handlers have the lowest average salary at $48,051.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,623 |
| White | $51,783 |
| Black or African American | $48,051 |
| Asian | $62,012 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,539 |
Average asbestos handler age
See how the average age of asbestos handlers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Asbestos handler age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 41 | 51 |
| Black or African American | 58.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 |
Asbestos handler age breakdown
The average age of asbestos handlers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the asbestos handler population.
Asbestos handler age breakdown
| Asbestos Handler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Asbestos handler educational attainment
The most common degree for asbestos handlers is high school diploma, with 33% of asbestos handlers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 25% and diploma degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Diploma, 25%
- Bachelor's, 19%
- Associate, 16%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Asbestos handlers by degree level
| Asbestos handler degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Diploma | 25% |
| Bachelor's | 19% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Asbestos handler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, asbestos handlers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $60,648 annually. With a Master's degree, asbestos handlers earn a median annual income of $58,926 compared to $55,253 for asbestos handlers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,926 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,612 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,648 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $55,253 |
Asbestos handler employment statistics
Most asbestos handlers work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where asbestos handlers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where asbestos handlers work.
Asbestos handler jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 34% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 4% |
Asbestos handler jobs by company type
Employees with the asbestos handler job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most asbestos handlers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Asbestos handler jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 82% |
| Government | 6% |
Asbestos handler jobs by industry
The most common industries for asbestos handlers are construction, professional and manufacturing.
Asbestos handler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 17% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 15% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
Asbestos handler turnover and employment statistics
Asbestos handler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for asbestos handlers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Asbestos handler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Asbestos handler unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.68% |
| 2011 | 17.31% |
| 2012 | 14.29% |
| 2013 | 12.82% |
| 2014 | 12.85% |
| 2015 | 7.99% |
| 2016 | 11.34% |
| 2017 | 6.79% |
| 2018 | 5.38% |
| 2019 | 7.57% |
| 2020 | 8.84% |
| 2021 | 10.95% |
Average asbestos handler tenure
The average asbestos handler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 252 asbestos handlers resumes in Zippia's database.
Asbestos handler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Asbestos handler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of asbestos handlers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Installer | 2.28% | 15,095 |
| Elevator Builder | 3.71% | 3,334 |
| Road Oiler | 4.29% | 14,034 |
| Construction Inspector | 5.17% | 42,007 |
| Slurry Tank Operator | 5.18% | 30,429 |
| Asbestos Handler | 9.24% | - |
Similar asbestos handler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Installer | 2.28% | 15,095 |
| Elevator Builder | 3.71% | 3,334 |
| Road Oiler | 4.29% | 14,034 |
| Construction Inspector | 5.17% | 42,007 |
| Slurry Tank Operator | 5.18% | 30,429 |
Foreign languages spoken by asbestos handlers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Asbestos handler languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |
