Backup operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Backup operator gender statistics
26.9% of backup operators are women and 73.1% of backup operators are men.
- Male, 73.1%
- Female, 26.9%
Backup operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.1% |
| Female | 26.9% |
Backup operator gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,403
Female income
$36,688
Backup operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in backup operator positions over time. Currently, 26.9% of backup operators are female.
Backup operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47.77% | 52.23% |
| 2011 | 49.50% | 50.50% |
| 2012 | 47.82% | 52.18% |
| 2013 | 49.95% | 50.05% |
| 2014 | 50.37% | 49.63% |
| 2015 | 47.51% | 52.49% |
| 2016 | 49.05% | 50.95% |
| 2017 | 52.92% | 47.08% |
| 2018 | 72.98% | 27.02% |
| 2019 | 71.02% | 28.98% |
| 2020 | 73.64% | 26.36% |
| 2021 | 73.14% | 26.86% |
Backup operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared backup operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Backup Operator | 73% | 27% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Backup operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among backup operators is White, which makes up 63.8% of all backup operators. Comparatively, 12.3% of backup operators are Asian and 9.9% of backup operators are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 63.8%
- Asian, 12.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.9%
- Black or African American, 8.6%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Backup operator race
| Backup operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.8% |
| Asian | 12.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Backup operator race and ethnicity over time
See how backup operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Backup operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.78% | 10.52% | 5.87% | 7.88% |
| 2011 | 74.43% | 11.10% | 4.20% | 7.98% |
| 2012 | 71.73% | 11.83% | 5.43% | 8.73% |
| 2013 | 70.23% | 12.13% | 6.03% | 8.79% |
| 2014 | 72.66% | 8.61% | 6.05% | 10.12% |
| 2015 | 70.33% | 10.25% | 6.55% | 10.08% |
| 2016 | 68.81% | 10.85% | 6.53% | 10.85% |
| 2017 | 69.45% | 10.26% | 6.29% | 10.93% |
| 2018 | 69.09% | 7.92% | 11.69% | 8.14% |
| 2019 | 68.17% | 8.49% | 11.66% | 8.86% |
| 2020 | 63.99% | 8.46% | 12.15% | 10.39% |
| 2021 | 63.75% | 8.59% | 12.32% | 9.87% |
Backup operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian backup operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino backup operators have the lowest average salary at $37,881.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,931 |
| White | $38,893 |
| Black or African American | $38,405 |
| Asian | $44,255 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,881 |
Average backup operator age
See how the average age of backup operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Backup operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 42 |
| Unknown | 41 | 41 |
| Asian | 42 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40.5 |
| White | 44 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36 | 42 |
Backup operator age breakdown
The average age of backup operators is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the backup operator population.
Backup operator age breakdown
| Backup Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Backup operator educational attainment
The most common degree for backup operators is high school diploma, with 41% of backup operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 21%.
- High School Diploma, 41%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 21%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Backup operators by degree level
| Backup operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 41% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Backup operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, backup operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $47,999 annually. With a Doctorate degree, backup operators earn a median annual income of $46,013 compared to $42,454 for backup operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,999 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,336 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,454 |
| Doctorate Degree | $46,013 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,131 |
Backup operator employment statistics
Most backup operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where backup operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where backup operators work.
Backup operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Backup operator jobs by company type
Employees with the backup operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most backup operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Backup operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 31% |
| Private | 64% |
| Government | 2% |
Backup operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for backup operators are manufacturing, transportation and retail.
Backup operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 28% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Backup operator turnover and employment statistics
Backup operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for backup operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Backup operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Backup operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.49% |
| 2011 | 8.75% |
| 2012 | 6.38% |
| 2013 | 7.50% |
| 2014 | 5.73% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 3.46% |
| 2017 | 3.72% |
| 2018 | 2.51% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.82% |
| 2021 | 3.65% |
Average backup operator tenure
The average backup operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 386 backup operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Backup operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Backup operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of backup operators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Data Processing Clerk | 4.67% | 156,581 |
| Clerk Typist | 5.99% | 102,211 |
| Mail Distribution Clerk | 7.17% | 88,012 |
| Backup Operator | 10.21% | - |
| Claims Technician | 11.18% | 34,213 |
| Data Analysis Assistant | 11.19% | 71,399 |
| Embossing Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,657 |
Similar backup operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Data Processing Clerk | 4.67% | 156,581 |
| Clerk Typist | 5.99% | 102,211 |
| Mail Distribution Clerk | 7.17% | 88,012 |
| Claims Technician | 11.18% | 34,213 |
| Data Analysis Assistant | 11.19% | 71,399 |
| Embossing Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,657 |
Foreign languages spoken by backup operators
The most common foreign language among backup operators is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hmong at 28.6% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- Hmong, 28.6%
- Arabic, 14.3%
Backup operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| Hmong | 28.6% |
| Arabic | 14.3% |
