Baler operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Baler operator gender statistics
7.6% of baler operators are women and 92.4% of baler operators are men.
- Male, 92.4%
- Female, 7.6%
Baler operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.4% |
| Female | 7.6% |
Baler operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,776
Female income
$32,476
Baler operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in baler operator positions over time. Currently, 7.6% of baler operators are female.
Baler operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.51% | 7.49% |
| 2011 | 92.28% | 7.72% |
| 2012 | 93.31% | 6.69% |
| 2013 | 93.49% | 6.51% |
| 2014 | 93.07% | 6.93% |
| 2015 | 93.94% | 6.06% |
| 2016 | 93.32% | 6.68% |
| 2017 | 92.30% | 7.70% |
| 2018 | 92.18% | 7.82% |
| 2019 | 92.92% | 7.08% |
| 2020 | 92.03% | 7.97% |
| 2021 | 92.40% | 7.60% |
Baler operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared baler operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Baler Operator | 92% | 8% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Baler operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among baler operators is White, which makes up 58.1% of all baler operators. Comparatively, 18.2% of baler operators are Hispanic or Latino and 16.3% of baler operators are Black or African American.
- White, 58.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.2%
- Black or African American, 16.3%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Baler operator race
| Baler operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.2% |
| Black or African American | 16.3% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Baler operator race and ethnicity over time
See how baler operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Baler operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.83% | 16.56% | 2.21% | 15.98% |
| 2011 | 61.56% | 16.52% | 2.17% | 17.47% |
| 2012 | 62.22% | 16.26% | 2.10% | 17.00% |
| 2013 | 61.84% | 15.95% | 2.28% | 17.37% |
| 2014 | 61.76% | 15.79% | 2.54% | 17.19% |
| 2015 | 63.22% | 14.51% | 2.17% | 17.62% |
| 2016 | 60.66% | 17.35% | 2.06% | 17.43% |
| 2017 | 62.21% | 15.32% | 2.25% | 17.69% |
| 2018 | 60.71% | 16.00% | 2.69% | 17.79% |
| 2019 | 63.65% | 14.62% | 2.33% | 16.56% |
| 2020 | 58.44% | 16.64% | 2.59% | 17.00% |
| 2021 | 58.08% | 16.34% | 2.31% | 18.18% |
Baler operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian baler operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american baler operators have the lowest average salary at $32,128.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,817 |
| White | $32,796 |
| Black or African American | $32,128 |
| Asian | $33,457 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,693 |
Average baler operator age
See how the average age of baler operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Baler operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Baler operator age breakdown
The average age of baler operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the baler operator population.
Baler operator age breakdown
| Baler Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Baler operator educational attainment
The most common degree for baler operators is high school diploma, with 58% of baler operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 13% and diploma degree at 11%.
- High School Diploma, 58%
- Diploma, 13%
- Associate, 11%
- Bachelor's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Baler operators by degree level
| Baler operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 58% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Bachelor's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Baler operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, baler operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $33,426 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, baler operators earn a median annual income of $32,841 compared to $32,788 for baler operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,841 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $32,788 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,426 |
Baler operator employment statistics
Most baler operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where baler operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where baler operators work.
Baler operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Baler operator jobs by company type
Employees with the baler operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most baler operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Baler operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 2% |
Baler operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for baler operators are manufacturing, retail and transportation.
Baler operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 28% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Transportation | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Baler operator turnover and employment statistics
Baler operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for baler operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Baler operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Baler operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average baler operator tenure
The average baler operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 738 baler operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Baler operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Baler operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of baler 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Metal Crane Operator | 1.94% | 28,906 |
| Baler Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Blanket Washer | 4.59% | 34,362 |
| Sign Poster | 4.67% | 1,885 |
| Case Packer | 6.68% | 37,605 |
| Line Trucker | 10.43% | 46,087 |
Similar baler operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Metal Crane Operator | 1.94% | 28,906 |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Blanket Washer | 4.59% | 34,362 |
| Sign Poster | 4.67% | 1,885 |
| Case Packer | 6.68% | 37,605 |
| Line Trucker | 10.43% | 46,087 |
Foreign languages spoken by baler operators
- Spanish, 85.7%
- German, 14.3%
Baler operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 85.7% |
| German | 14.3% |
