Certified orthotist demographics and statistics in the US
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Certified orthotist gender statistics
34.6% of certified orthotists are women and 65.4% of certified orthotists are men.
- Male, 65.4%
- Female, 34.6%
Certified orthotist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 65.4% |
| Female | 34.6% |
Certified orthotist gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$67,911
Female income
$58,075
Certified orthotist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certified orthotist positions over time. Currently, 34.6% of certified orthotists are female.
Certified orthotist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.75% | 34.25% |
| 2011 | 64.43% | 35.57% |
| 2012 | 65.12% | 34.88% |
| 2013 | 65.78% | 34.22% |
| 2014 | 64.96% | 35.04% |
| 2015 | 62.54% | 37.46% |
| 2016 | 66.56% | 33.44% |
| 2017 | 66.98% | 33.02% |
| 2018 | 61.23% | 38.77% |
| 2019 | 65.96% | 34.04% |
| 2020 | 66.10% | 33.90% |
| 2021 | 65.38% | 34.62% |
Certified orthotist related jobs gender ratio
We compared certified orthotists 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 Orthotist | 65% | 35% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Certified orthotist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certified orthotists is White, which makes up 63.4% of all certified orthotists. Comparatively, 16.4% of certified orthotists are Hispanic or Latino and 7.5% of certified orthotists are Asian.
- White, 63.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.4%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Black or African American, 6.1%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Certified orthotist race
| Certified orthotist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.4% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Black or African American | 6.1% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Certified orthotist race and ethnicity over time
See how certified orthotist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Certified orthotist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.48% | 8.42% | 4.93% | 11.16% |
| 2011 | 69.97% | 8.34% | 5.63% | 12.84% |
| 2012 | 70.90% | 6.83% | 6.05% | 13.66% |
| 2013 | 71.51% | 7.35% | 5.14% | 12.26% |
| 2014 | 69.62% | 8.19% | 5.61% | 12.55% |
| 2015 | 68.17% | 6.43% | 6.59% | 14.96% |
| 2016 | 68.19% | 7.48% | 6.31% | 14.21% |
| 2017 | 66.44% | 8.53% | 7.41% | 13.92% |
| 2018 | 69.53% | 5.99% | 6.36% | 14.71% |
| 2019 | 70.04% | 5.22% | 7.31% | 13.96% |
| 2020 | 66.79% | 5.04% | 5.49% | 15.65% |
| 2021 | 63.40% | 6.09% | 7.51% | 16.41% |
Certified orthotist wage gap by race
According to our data, white certified orthotists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american certified orthotists have the lowest average salary at $62,073.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $68,932 |
| White | $71,597 |
| Black or African American | $62,073 |
| Asian | $68,901 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $68,432 |
Average certified orthotist age
See how the average age of certified orthotists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certified orthotist 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 orthotist age breakdown
The average age of certified orthotists is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the certified orthotist population.
Certified orthotist age breakdown
| Certified Orthotist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Certified orthotist educational attainment
The most common degree for certified orthotists is bachelor's degree, with 48% of certified orthotists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 48%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 15%
- Other Degrees, 19%
Certified orthotists by degree level
| Certified orthotist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 48% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Other Degrees | 19% |
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Certified orthotist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certified orthotists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $107,756 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, certified orthotists earn a median annual income of $65,201 compared to $56,887 for certified orthotists with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $107,756 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,379 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,201 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $56,887 |
Certified orthotist employment statistics
Company size where certified orthotists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certified orthotists work.
Certified orthotist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 19% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 6% |
Certified orthotist jobs by industry
The most common industries for certified orthotists are health care, finance and professional.
Certified orthotist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 28% |
| Finance | 11% |
| Start-up | 11% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Pharmaceutical | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
| Media | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Insurance | 6% |
Certified orthotist turnover and employment statistics
Certified orthotist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certified orthotists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Certified orthotist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certified orthotist 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 orthotist tenure
The average certified orthotist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 82 certified orthotists resumes in Zippia's database.
Certified orthotist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 7% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Certified orthotist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certified orthotists 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 Associate | 5.02% | 50,865 |
| Certified Orthotist | 8.23% | - |
| Cytopathology Technologist | 8.24% | 46,656 |
| Records Manager | 9.29% | 3,204 |
| Optician Manager | 12.53% | 4,803 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Nuclear Cardiology Technologist | 21.93% | 48,928 |
Similar certified orthotist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Associate | 5.02% | 50,865 |
| Cytopathology Technologist | 8.24% | 46,656 |
| Records Manager | 9.29% | 3,204 |
| Optician Manager | 12.53% | 4,803 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Nuclear Cardiology Technologist | 21.93% | 48,928 |