Carousel operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Carousel operator demographics by:
Carousel operator gender statistics
50.7% of carousel operators are women and 49.3% of carousel operators are men.
- Female, 50.7%
- Male, 49.3%
Carousel operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% |
| Male | 49.3% |
Carousel operator gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,447
Female income
$30,952
Carousel operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in carousel operator positions over time. Currently, 50.7% of carousel operators are female.
Carousel operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 46.91% | 53.09% |
| 2011 | 47.94% | 52.06% |
| 2012 | 47.99% | 52.01% |
| 2013 | 47.91% | 52.09% |
| 2014 | 49.28% | 50.72% |
| 2015 | 46.22% | 53.78% |
| 2016 | 47.97% | 52.03% |
| 2017 | 49.39% | 50.61% |
| 2018 | 48.96% | 51.04% |
| 2019 | 47.37% | 52.63% |
| 2020 | 50.13% | 49.87% |
| 2021 | 49.33% | 50.67% |
Carousel operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared carousel operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Carousel Operator | 49% | 51% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Carousel operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among carousel operators is White, which makes up 60.4% of all carousel operators. Comparatively, 16.2% of carousel operators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.2% of carousel operators are Black or African American.
- White, 60.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.2%
- Black or African American, 12.2%
- Asian, 6.6%
- Unknown, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Carousel operator race
| Carousel operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.2% |
| Asian | 6.6% |
| Unknown | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Carousel operator race and ethnicity over time
See how carousel operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Carousel operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.31% | 14.01% | 3.58% | 16.51% |
| 2011 | 63.00% | 14.18% | 4.53% | 16.55% |
| 2012 | 62.54% | 12.58% | 5.37% | 17.72% |
| 2013 | 64.00% | 13.84% | 4.49% | 15.66% |
| 2014 | 62.33% | 13.08% | 5.45% | 17.08% |
| 2015 | 64.25% | 12.92% | 5.44% | 15.28% |
| 2016 | 62.18% | 12.18% | 6.46% | 16.79% |
| 2017 | 62.88% | 12.52% | 6.18% | 15.83% |
| 2018 | 63.60% | 12.04% | 5.10% | 16.75% |
| 2019 | 65.41% | 12.42% | 5.50% | 14.29% |
| 2020 | 62.96% | 13.13% | 4.94% | 14.89% |
| 2021 | 60.39% | 12.17% | 6.57% | 16.25% |
Carousel operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white carousel operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown carousel operators have the lowest average salary at $31,349.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,349 |
| White | $34,367 |
| Black or African American | $32,635 |
| Asian | $32,085 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $31,878 |
Average carousel operator age
See how the average age of carousel operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Carousel operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| White | 42 | 50 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 49.5 |
| Asian | 46 | 51.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 47 |
Carousel operator age breakdown
The average age of carousel operators is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the carousel operator population.
Carousel operator age breakdown
| Carousel Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Carousel operator educational attainment
The most common degree for carousel operators is high school diploma, with 46% of carousel operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 23% and bachelor's degree degree at 21%.
- High School Diploma, 46%
- Bachelor's, 23%
- Associate, 21%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Carousel operators by degree level
| Carousel operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 46% |
| Bachelor's | 23% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Carousel operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, carousel operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $33,029 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, carousel operators earn a median annual income of $32,697 compared to $32,376 for carousel operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,376 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $32,697 |
| No Education | $30,949 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,029 |
Carousel operator employment statistics
Most carousel operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where carousel operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where carousel operators work.
Carousel operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Carousel operator jobs by company type
Employees with the carousel operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most carousel operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Carousel operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 66% |
| Government | 7% |
Carousel operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for carousel operators are manufacturing, real estate and retail.
Carousel operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 26% |
| Real Estate | 9% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Government | 7% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
Carousel operator turnover and employment statistics
Carousel operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for carousel operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Carousel operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Carousel operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 15.49% |
| 2012 | 13.87% |
| 2013 | 12.49% |
| 2014 | 12.20% |
| 2015 | 9.40% |
| 2016 | 7.70% |
| 2017 | 8.32% |
| 2018 | 7.77% |
| 2019 | 8.42% |
| 2020 | 6.77% |
| 2021 | 8.38% |
Average carousel operator tenure
The average carousel operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 261 carousel operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Carousel operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 40% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Carousel operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of carousel 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Counter Tender | 4.47% | 9,080 |
| Carousel Operator | 4.75% | - |
| Artificial Glass Eye Maker | 5.24% | 8,016 |
| Paper Maker | 7.84% | 7,915 |
| Honey Extractor | 8.41% | 13 |
| Leather Drier | 8.89% | 122 |
| Template Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,321 |
Similar carousel operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Counter Tender | 4.47% | 9,080 |
| Artificial Glass Eye Maker | 5.24% | 8,016 |
| Paper Maker | 7.84% | 7,915 |
| Honey Extractor | 8.41% | 13 |
| Leather Drier | 8.89% | 122 |
| Template Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,321 |
Foreign languages spoken by carousel operators
The most common foreign language among carousel operators is Spanish at 80.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 10.0% and French is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 80.0%
- Japanese, 10.0%
- French, 10.0%
Carousel operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 80.0% |
| Japanese | 10.0% |
| French | 10.0% |