Check processing clerk demographics and statistics in the US
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Check processing clerk gender statistics
71.9% of check processing clerks are women and 28.1% of check processing clerks are men.
- Female, 71.9%
- Male, 28.1%
Check processing clerk gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 71.9% |
| Male | 28.1% |
Check processing clerk gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,840
Female income
$33,109
Check processing clerk gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in check processing clerk positions over time. Currently, 71.9% of check processing clerks are female.
Check processing clerk gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.01% | 75.99% |
| 2011 | 24.73% | 75.27% |
| 2012 | 25.06% | 74.94% |
| 2013 | 25.08% | 74.92% |
| 2014 | 24.52% | 75.48% |
| 2015 | 26.34% | 73.66% |
| 2016 | 25.12% | 74.88% |
| 2017 | 26.21% | 73.79% |
| 2018 | 27.80% | 72.20% |
| 2019 | 24.15% | 75.85% |
| 2020 | 25.30% | 74.70% |
| 2021 | 28.09% | 71.91% |
Check processing clerk related jobs gender ratio
We compared check processing clerks with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, time recorder and recovery agent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance Billing Clerk | 5% | 95% |
| Receptionist/Accounts Receivable | 5% | 95% |
| Directory Clerk | 7% | 93% |
| Check Processing Clerk | 28% | 72% |
| Recovery Agent | 69% | 31% |
| Time Recorder | 71% | 29% |
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Check processing clerk demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among check processing clerks is White, which makes up 67.7% of all check processing clerks. Comparatively, 14.4% of check processing clerks are Hispanic or Latino and 6.8% of check processing clerks are Black or African American.
- White, 67.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.4%
- Black or African American, 6.8%
- Asian, 6.5%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Check processing clerk race
| Check processing clerk race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.8% |
| Asian | 6.5% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Check processing clerk race and ethnicity over time
See how check processing clerk racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Check processing clerk race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.41% | 7.71% | 5.18% | 11.67% |
| 2011 | 72.92% | 8.18% | 5.35% | 11.52% |
| 2012 | 72.97% | 8.01% | 5.38% | 11.42% |
| 2013 | 72.21% | 8.05% | 5.80% | 11.84% |
| 2014 | 72.73% | 7.68% | 5.77% | 11.77% |
| 2015 | 72.05% | 7.47% | 5.94% | 12.24% |
| 2016 | 70.82% | 8.04% | 5.78% | 12.95% |
| 2017 | 71.40% | 7.38% | 6.14% | 12.70% |
| 2018 | 70.86% | 7.11% | 6.26% | 13.61% |
| 2019 | 71.84% | 6.97% | 6.30% | 12.74% |
| 2020 | 69.60% | 6.47% | 5.95% | 13.72% |
| 2021 | 67.68% | 6.78% | 6.55% | 14.40% |
Check processing clerk wage gap by race
According to our data, asian check processing clerks have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american check processing clerks have the lowest average salary at $33,349.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,602 |
| White | $33,621 |
| Black or African American | $33,349 |
| Asian | $34,831 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,817 |
Average check processing clerk age
See how the average age of check processing clerks varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Check processing clerk age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 53 |
| Unknown | 40 | 49 |
| Asian | 49 | 50 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 46 |
| White | 47 | 55 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 49 |
Check processing clerk age breakdown
The average age of check processing clerks is 40+ years years old, representing 81% of the check processing clerk population.
Check processing clerk age breakdown
| Check Processing Clerk Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 81% |
| 30-40 years | 15% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Check processing clerk educational attainment
The most common degree for check processing clerks is bachelor's degree, with 30% of check processing clerks earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 29% and associate degree degree at 28%.
- Bachelor's, 30%
- Associate, 29%
- High School Diploma, 28%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Check processing clerks by degree level
| Check processing clerk degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 30% |
| Associate | 29% |
| High School Diploma | 28% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Check processing clerk wage gap by degree level
According to the data, check processing clerks with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,731 annually. With a Master's degree, check processing clerks earn a median annual income of $34,411 compared to $34,253 for check processing clerks with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $34,411 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,183 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,731 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,253 |
Check processing clerk employment statistics
Most check processing clerks work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where check processing clerks work
Below, you can see the size of companies where check processing clerks work.
Check processing clerk jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 38% |
Check processing clerk jobs by company type
Employees with the check processing clerk job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most check processing clerks prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Check processing clerk jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 41% |
| Private | 57% |
| Government | 2% |
Check processing clerk jobs by industry
The most common industries for check processing clerks are finance, technology and professional.
Check processing clerk industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 42% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
Check processing clerk turnover and employment statistics
Check processing clerk unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for check processing clerks between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Check processing clerk unemployment rate by year
| Year | Check processing clerk unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.59% |
| 2011 | 6.86% |
| 2012 | 5.76% |
| 2013 | 4.97% |
| 2014 | 3.61% |
| 2015 | 3.03% |
| 2016 | 3.09% |
| 2017 | 2.57% |
| 2018 | 2.46% |
| 2019 | 2.53% |
| 2020 | 3.31% |
| 2021 | 3.68% |
Average check processing clerk tenure
The average check processing clerk stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 305 check processing clerks resumes in Zippia's database.
Check processing clerk tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Check processing clerk LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of check processing clerks 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Department Clerk | 6.59% | 102,459 |
| Check Processing Clerk | 6.92% | - |
| Receiving Teller | 7.10% | 17,153 |
| Toll Settlement Clerk | 7.32% | 66,300 |
| Collection Team Lead | 7.90% | 29,386 |
| Paymaster | 9.54% | 668 |
| Casino Cage Cashier | 10.47% | 52,216 |
Similar check processing clerk jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Department Clerk | 6.59% | 102,459 |
| Receiving Teller | 7.10% | 17,153 |
| Toll Settlement Clerk | 7.32% | 66,300 |
| Collection Team Lead | 7.90% | 29,386 |
| Paymaster | 9.54% | 668 |
| Casino Cage Cashier | 10.47% | 52,216 |
Foreign languages spoken by check processing clerks
The most common foreign language among check processing clerks is Spanish at 37.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 12.5% and Filipino is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 37.5%
- Portuguese, 12.5%
- Filipino, 12.5%
- Amharic, 12.5%
- Carrier, 12.5%
- Other, 12.5%
Check processing clerk languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 37.5% |
| Portuguese | 12.5% |
| Filipino | 12.5% |
| Amharic | 12.5% |
| Carrier | 12.5% |
| Other | 12.5% |