Classification clerk demographics and statistics in the US
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Classification clerk gender statistics
74.7% of classification clerks are women and 25.3% of classification clerks are men.
- Female, 74.7%
- Male, 25.3%
Classification clerk gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 74.7% |
| Male | 25.3% |
Classification clerk gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,920
Female income
$39,276
Classification clerk gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in classification clerk positions over time. Currently, 74.7% of classification clerks are female.
Classification clerk gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.08% | 75.92% |
| 2011 | 23.32% | 76.68% |
| 2012 | 22.96% | 77.04% |
| 2013 | 23.43% | 76.57% |
| 2014 | 24.91% | 75.09% |
| 2015 | 24.87% | 75.13% |
| 2016 | 24.85% | 75.15% |
| 2017 | 26.01% | 73.99% |
| 2018 | 26.06% | 73.94% |
| 2019 | 23.58% | 76.42% |
| 2020 | 25.99% | 74.01% |
| 2021 | 25.26% | 74.74% |
Classification clerk related jobs gender ratio
We compared classification clerks with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Classification Clerk | 25% | 75% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Classification clerk demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among classification clerks is White, which makes up 54.1% of all classification clerks. Comparatively, 24.1% of classification clerks are Hispanic or Latino and 10.5% of classification clerks are Black or African American.
- White, 54.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 24.1%
- Black or African American, 10.5%
- Asian, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Classification clerk race
| Classification clerk race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24.1% |
| Black or African American | 10.5% |
| Asian | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Classification clerk race and ethnicity over time
See how classification clerk racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Classification clerk race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.68% | 12.00% | 4.75% | 20.33% |
| 2011 | 59.28% | 12.48% | 4.30% | 21.15% |
| 2012 | 58.87% | 11.98% | 4.58% | 21.94% |
| 2013 | 58.96% | 11.67% | 4.50% | 21.90% |
| 2014 | 58.66% | 11.85% | 5.03% | 21.69% |
| 2015 | 58.72% | 11.16% | 4.96% | 22.33% |
| 2016 | 57.97% | 11.83% | 5.20% | 22.10% |
| 2017 | 58.68% | 10.70% | 5.08% | 22.64% |
| 2018 | 59.00% | 10.32% | 5.40% | 22.38% |
| 2019 | 56.55% | 11.08% | 5.77% | 23.75% |
| 2020 | 54.58% | 10.50% | 5.73% | 24.36% |
| 2021 | 54.11% | 10.46% | 6.24% | 24.13% |
Classification clerk wage gap by race
According to our data, asian classification clerks have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown classification clerks have the lowest average salary at $40,637.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,637 |
| White | $40,935 |
| Black or African American | $40,955 |
| Asian | $41,129 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,944 |
Average classification clerk age
See how the average age of classification clerks varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Classification clerk age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 51 |
| Unknown | 39 | 45 |
| Asian | 42 | 49.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 52.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Classification clerk age breakdown
The average age of classification clerks is 40+ years years old, representing 70% of the classification clerk population.
Classification clerk age breakdown
| Classification Clerk Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 70% |
| 30-40 years | 18% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Classification clerk educational attainment
The most common degree for classification clerks is bachelor's degree, with 36% of classification clerks earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 27% and high school diploma degree at 25%.
- Bachelor's, 36%
- High School Diploma, 27%
- Associate, 25%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Classification clerks by degree level
| Classification clerk degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 36% |
| High School Diploma | 27% |
| Associate | 25% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Classification clerk wage gap by degree level
According to the data, classification clerks with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $42,626 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, classification clerks earn a median annual income of $41,806 compared to $40,436 for classification clerks with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $42,626 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,521 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,806 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,436 |
Classification clerk employment statistics
Most classification clerks work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where classification clerks work
Below, you can see the size of companies where classification clerks work.
Classification clerk jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 37% |
Classification clerk jobs by company type
Employees with the classification clerk job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most classification clerks prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Classification clerk jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 47% |
| Government | 33% |
Classification clerk jobs by industry
The most common industries for classification clerks are government, insurance and manufacturing.
Classification clerk industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 29% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Insurance | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
Classification clerk turnover and employment statistics
Classification clerk unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for classification clerks between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Classification clerk unemployment rate by year
| Year | Classification clerk unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.07% |
| 2011 | 8.89% |
| 2012 | 7.87% |
| 2013 | 6.76% |
| 2014 | 5.54% |
| 2015 | 4.73% |
| 2016 | 4.70% |
| 2017 | 3.88% |
| 2018 | 3.88% |
| 2019 | 3.74% |
| 2020 | 5.34% |
| 2021 | 5.84% |
Average classification clerk tenure
The average classification clerk stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 113 classification clerks resumes in Zippia's database.
Classification clerk tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Classification clerk LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of classification 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Data Operator | 4.67% | 104,846 |
| Classification Clerk | 5.99% | - |
| Hand Clerical Verifier | 6.98% | 5,189 |
| Mail Inserter | 7.17% | 17,691 |
| Telephone Claims Representative | 11.18% | 14,218 |
| Museum Informatics Specialist | 11.19% | 719 |
| Xerox Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,663 |
Similar classification clerk jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Data Operator | 4.67% | 104,846 |
| Hand Clerical Verifier | 6.98% | 5,189 |
| Mail Inserter | 7.17% | 17,691 |
| Telephone Claims Representative | 11.18% | 14,218 |
| Museum Informatics Specialist | 11.19% | 719 |
| Xerox Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,663 |
Foreign languages spoken by classification clerks
- Spanish, 100.0%
Classification clerk languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |