Blood bank technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Blood bank technician demographics by:
Blood bank technician gender statistics
66.6% of blood bank technicians are women and 33.4% of blood bank technicians are men.
- Female, 66.6%
- Male, 33.4%
Blood bank technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 66.6% |
| Male | 33.4% |
Blood bank technician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,436
Female income
$52,833
Blood bank technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in blood bank technician positions over time. Currently, 66.6% of blood bank technicians are female.
Blood bank technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 32.37% | 67.63% |
| 2011 | 30.38% | 69.62% |
| 2012 | 31.59% | 68.41% |
| 2013 | 30.24% | 69.76% |
| 2014 | 31.02% | 68.98% |
| 2015 | 31.30% | 68.70% |
| 2016 | 32.98% | 67.02% |
| 2017 | 31.99% | 68.01% |
| 2018 | 33.70% | 66.30% |
| 2019 | 35.46% | 64.54% |
| 2020 | 36.32% | 63.68% |
| 2021 | 33.44% | 66.56% |
Blood bank technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared blood bank technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Blood Bank Technician | 33% | 67% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Blood bank technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among blood bank technicians is White, which makes up 54.3% of all blood bank technicians. Comparatively, 17.2% of blood bank technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 12.0% of blood bank technicians are Asian.
- White, 54.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.2%
- Asian, 12.0%
- Black or African American, 10.5%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Blood bank technician race
| Blood bank technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.2% |
| Asian | 12.0% |
| Black or African American | 10.5% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Blood bank technician race and ethnicity over time
See how blood bank technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Blood bank technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.68% | 10.65% | 11.49% | 13.51% |
| 2011 | 61.77% | 10.66% | 11.54% | 12.75% |
| 2012 | 60.82% | 11.42% | 11.38% | 13.68% |
| 2013 | 61.24% | 10.87% | 11.43% | 13.90% |
| 2014 | 61.26% | 11.25% | 11.25% | 13.53% |
| 2015 | 59.27% | 12.67% | 11.42% | 13.64% |
| 2016 | 60.25% | 11.60% | 11.25% | 14.01% |
| 2017 | 59.54% | 11.28% | 11.47% | 15.01% |
| 2018 | 59.44% | 11.58% | 10.59% | 15.08% |
| 2019 | 57.23% | 11.70% | 12.79% | 15.43% |
| 2020 | 55.77% | 11.77% | 12.08% | 15.30% |
| 2021 | 54.29% | 10.54% | 12.01% | 17.24% |
Blood bank technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian blood bank technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american blood bank technicians have the lowest average salary at $52,050.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $53,807 |
| White | $54,754 |
| Black or African American | $52,050 |
| Asian | $57,337 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $54,364 |
Average blood bank technician age
See how the average age of blood bank technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Blood bank technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Blood bank technician age breakdown
The average age of blood bank technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the blood bank technician population.
Blood bank technician age breakdown
| Blood Bank Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Blood bank technician educational attainment
The most common degree for blood bank technicians is bachelor's degree, with 60% of blood bank technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 6%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Blood bank technicians by degree level
| Blood bank technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Blood bank technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, blood bank technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $61,417 annually. With a Doctorate degree, blood bank technicians earn a median annual income of $60,646 compared to $59,481 for blood bank technicians with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $61,417 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,632 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,481 |
| Doctorate Degree | $60,646 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,991 |
Blood bank technician employment statistics
Most blood bank technicians work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where blood bank technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where blood bank technicians work.
Blood bank technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 38% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Blood bank technician jobs by company type
Employees with the blood bank technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most blood bank technicians prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Blood bank technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 83% |
| Government | 1% |
Blood bank technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for blood bank technicians are health care, education and non profits.
Blood bank technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 76% |
| Education | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
Blood bank technician turnover and employment statistics
Blood bank technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for blood bank technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Blood bank technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Blood bank technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average blood bank technician tenure
The average blood bank technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 698 blood bank technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Blood bank technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Blood bank technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of blood bank technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Implant Coordinator | 6.89% | 17,619 |
| Blood Bank Technician | 8.24% | - |
| Hospital Technician | 9.29% | 78,657 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Director Of Nuclear Medicine | 21.93% | 18,169 |
Similar blood bank technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Implant Coordinator | 6.89% | 17,619 |
| Hospital Technician | 9.29% | 78,657 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Director Of Nuclear Medicine | 21.93% | 18,169 |
Foreign languages spoken by blood bank technicians
The most common foreign language among blood bank technicians is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 10.7% and Tagalog is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Arabic, 10.7%
- Tagalog, 7.1%
- Kurdish, 3.6%
- Bulgarian, 3.6%
- Other, 25.0%
Blood bank technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Arabic | 10.7% |
| Tagalog | 7.1% |
| Kurdish | 3.6% |
| Bulgarian | 3.6% |
| Other | 25.0% |
