Clamp operator demographics and statistics in the US
Clamp operator demographics research summary. Zippia estimates clamp operator demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our clamp operator estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about clamp operators after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 262,947 clamp operators currently employed in the United States.
- 8.4% of all clamp operators are women, while 91.6% are men.
- The average clamp operator age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of clamp operators is White (52.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (22.2%), Black or African American (18.0%) and Unknown (4.3%).
- In 2022, women earned 99% of what men earned.
- 4% of all clamp operators are LGBT.
- Clamp operators are 73% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Clamp operator demographics by:
Clamp operator gender statistics
8.4% of clamp operators are women and 91.6% of clamp operators are men.
- Male, 91.6%
- Female, 8.4%
Clamp operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.6% |
| Female | 8.4% |
Clamp operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,993
Female income
$32,706
Clamp operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in clamp operator positions over time. Currently, 8.4% of clamp operators are female.
Clamp operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.70% | 8.30% |
| 2011 | 91.44% | 8.56% |
| 2012 | 92.58% | 7.42% |
| 2013 | 92.78% | 7.22% |
| 2014 | 92.32% | 7.68% |
| 2015 | 93.28% | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 92.59% | 7.41% |
| 2017 | 91.47% | 8.53% |
| 2018 | 91.34% | 8.66% |
| 2019 | 92.15% | 7.85% |
| 2020 | 91.17% | 8.83% |
| 2021 | 91.57% | 8.43% |
Clamp operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared clamp operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Clamp Operator | 92% | 8% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Clamp operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among clamp operators is White, which makes up 52.4% of all clamp operators. Comparatively, 22.2% of clamp operators are Hispanic or Latino and 18.0% of clamp operators are Black or African American.
- White, 52.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.2%
- Black or African American, 18.0%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Clamp operator race
| Clamp operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 52.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.2% |
| Black or African American | 18.0% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Clamp operator race and ethnicity over time
See how clamp operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Clamp operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.10% | 18.21% | 2.28% | 20.01% |
| 2011 | 55.83% | 18.17% | 2.24% | 21.50% |
| 2012 | 56.49% | 17.91% | 2.17% | 21.03% |
| 2013 | 56.11% | 17.60% | 2.35% | 21.39% |
| 2014 | 56.03% | 17.44% | 2.61% | 21.22% |
| 2015 | 57.49% | 16.16% | 2.24% | 21.65% |
| 2016 | 54.94% | 19.00% | 2.13% | 21.46% |
| 2017 | 56.48% | 16.96% | 2.32% | 21.72% |
| 2018 | 54.99% | 17.64% | 2.76% | 21.82% |
| 2019 | 57.92% | 16.27% | 2.40% | 20.59% |
| 2020 | 52.71% | 18.29% | 2.66% | 21.03% |
| 2021 | 52.35% | 17.99% | 2.37% | 22.21% |
Clamp operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian clamp operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american clamp operators have the lowest average salary at $32,374.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,032 |
| White | $33,013 |
| Black or African American | $32,374 |
| Asian | $33,643 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,914 |
Average clamp operator age
See how the average age of clamp operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Clamp operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Clamp operator age breakdown
The average age of clamp operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the clamp operator population.
Clamp operator age breakdown
| Clamp Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Clamp operator educational attainment
The most common degree for clamp operators is high school diploma, with 59% of clamp operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 15% and diploma degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 59%
- Diploma, 15%
- Associate, 14%
- Bachelor's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Clamp operators by degree level
| Clamp operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 59% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Bachelor's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Clamp operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, clamp operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $33,613 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, clamp operators earn a median annual income of $33,055 compared to $33,004 for clamp operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,055 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,004 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,613 |
Clamp operator employment statistics
Most clamp operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where clamp operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where clamp operators work.
Clamp operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Clamp operator jobs by company type
Employees with the clamp operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most clamp operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Clamp operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 73% |
| Government | 3% |
Clamp operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for clamp operators are manufacturing, professional and transportation.
Clamp operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Professional | 18% |
| Transportation | 15% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Clamp operator turnover and employment statistics
Clamp operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for clamp operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Clamp operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Clamp operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average clamp operator tenure
The average clamp operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 927 clamp operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Clamp operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Clamp operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of clamp 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Crane Operator | 1.94% | 35,626 |
| Clamp Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Thrower | 4.13% | 1,178 |
| Machinery Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,510 |
| Sack Filler | 4.67% | 8,803 |
| Packer Fuser | 6.68% | 16,061 |
| Dry Chain Operator | 10.43% | 37,937 |
Similar clamp operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Crane Operator | 1.94% | 35,626 |
| Thrower | 4.13% | 1,178 |
| Machinery Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,510 |
| Sack Filler | 4.67% | 8,803 |
| Packer Fuser | 6.68% | 16,061 |
| Dry Chain Operator | 10.43% | 37,937 |
Foreign languages spoken by clamp operators
- Spanish, 83.3%
- Chinese, 16.7%
Clamp operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 83.3% |
| Chinese | 16.7% |
