Certified orthotic fitter demographics and statistics in the US
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Certified orthotic fitter demographics by:
Certified orthotic fitter gender statistics
59.2% of certified orthotic fitters are women and 40.8% of certified orthotic fitters are men.
- Female, 59.2%
- Male, 40.8%
Certified orthotic fitter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 59.2% |
| Male | 40.8% |
Certified orthotic fitter gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$66,724
Female income
$57,130
Certified orthotic fitter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certified orthotic fitter positions over time. Currently, 59.2% of certified orthotic fitters are female.
Certified orthotic fitter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 41.16% | 58.84% |
| 2011 | 39.76% | 60.24% |
| 2012 | 40.49% | 59.51% |
| 2013 | 41.19% | 58.81% |
| 2014 | 40.31% | 59.69% |
| 2015 | 37.82% | 62.18% |
| 2016 | 42.04% | 57.96% |
| 2017 | 42.50% | 57.50% |
| 2018 | 36.53% | 63.47% |
| 2019 | 41.39% | 58.61% |
| 2020 | 41.54% | 58.46% |
| 2021 | 40.77% | 59.23% |
Certified orthotic fitter related jobs gender ratio
We compared certified orthotic fitters 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% |
| Certified Orthotic Fitter | 41% | 59% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Certified orthotic fitter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certified orthotic fitters is White, which makes up 59.6% of all certified orthotic fitters. Comparatively, 17.5% of certified orthotic fitters are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of certified orthotic fitters are Black or African American.
- White, 59.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 7.8%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Certified orthotic fitter race
| Certified orthotic fitter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 7.8% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Certified orthotic fitter race and ethnicity over time
See how certified orthotic fitter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Certified orthotic fitter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.66% | 11.69% | 5.26% | 12.24% |
| 2011 | 66.15% | 11.61% | 5.97% | 13.92% |
| 2012 | 67.08% | 10.10% | 6.38% | 14.74% |
| 2013 | 67.69% | 10.63% | 5.48% | 13.34% |
| 2014 | 65.81% | 11.46% | 5.94% | 13.63% |
| 2015 | 64.35% | 9.70% | 6.92% | 16.04% |
| 2016 | 64.37% | 10.75% | 6.65% | 15.29% |
| 2017 | 62.62% | 11.80% | 7.75% | 15.00% |
| 2018 | 65.71% | 9.26% | 6.69% | 15.79% |
| 2019 | 66.23% | 8.49% | 7.64% | 15.05% |
| 2020 | 62.97% | 8.31% | 5.83% | 16.73% |
| 2021 | 59.58% | 9.36% | 7.84% | 17.49% |
Certified orthotic fitter wage gap by race
According to our data, white certified orthotic fitters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american certified orthotic fitters have the lowest average salary at $61,031.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $67,719 |
| White | $70,316 |
| Black or African American | $61,031 |
| Asian | $67,689 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $67,232 |
Average certified orthotic fitter age
See how the average age of certified orthotic fitters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certified orthotic fitter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45.5 | 47.5 |
| White | 44.5 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 40.5 | 44.5 |
| Asian | 41 | 39.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41.5 | 35.5 |
Certified orthotic fitter age breakdown
The average age of certified orthotic fitters is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the certified orthotic fitter population.
Certified orthotic fitter age breakdown
| Certified Orthotic Fitter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Certified orthotic fitter educational attainment
The most common degree for certified orthotic fitters is bachelor's degree, with 49% of certified orthotic fitters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 26% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- Associate, 26%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Certified orthotic fitters by degree level
| Certified orthotic fitter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| Associate | 26% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Certified orthotic fitter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certified orthotic fitters with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $105,488 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, certified orthotic fitters earn a median annual income of $64,082 compared to $55,971 for certified orthotic fitters with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $105,488 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,684 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,082 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $55,971 |
Certified orthotic fitter employment statistics
Company size where certified orthotic fitters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certified orthotic fitters work.
Certified orthotic fitter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Certified orthotic fitter turnover and employment statistics
Certified orthotic fitter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certified orthotic fitters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Certified orthotic fitter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certified orthotic fitter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.02% |
| 2011 | 4.10% |
| 2012 | 4.16% |
| 2013 | 4.04% |
| 2014 | 3.59% |
| 2015 | 2.79% |
| 2016 | 2.53% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.32% |
| 2020 | 4.32% |
| 2021 | 3.44% |
Average certified orthotic fitter tenure
The average certified orthotic fitter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 306 certified orthotic fitters resumes in Zippia's database.
Certified orthotic fitter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Certified orthotic fitter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certified orthotic fitters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisitions Technician | 5.02% | 30,621 |
| Certified Orthotic Fitter | 8.23% | - |
| Laboratory Associate | 8.24% | 50,050 |
| Public Health Technician | 9.29% | 64,368 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Certified Surgical Technician/First Assistant | 12.80% | 61,585 |
| Medical Radiation Dosimetrist | 21.93% | 48,089 |
Similar certified orthotic fitter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisitions Technician | 5.02% | 30,621 |
| Laboratory Associate | 8.24% | 50,050 |
| Public Health Technician | 9.29% | 64,368 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Certified Surgical Technician/First Assistant | 12.80% | 61,585 |
| Medical Radiation Dosimetrist | 21.93% | 48,089 |
Foreign languages spoken by certified orthotic fitters
- Spanish, 83.3%
- Korean, 16.7%
Certified orthotic fitter languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 83.3% |
| Korean | 16.7% |