Clean room operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Clean room operator gender statistics
41.6% of clean room operators are women and 58.4% of clean room operators are men.
- Male, 58.4%
- Female, 41.6%
Clean room operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 58.4% |
| Female | 41.6% |
Clean room operator gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,335
Female income
$31,290
Clean room operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in clean room operator positions over time. Currently, 41.6% of clean room operators are female.
Clean room operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.82% | 43.18% |
| 2011 | 56.78% | 43.22% |
| 2012 | 55.05% | 44.95% |
| 2013 | 58.05% | 41.95% |
| 2014 | 58.35% | 41.65% |
| 2015 | 58.96% | 41.04% |
| 2016 | 57.04% | 42.96% |
| 2017 | 56.55% | 43.45% |
| 2018 | 56.60% | 43.40% |
| 2019 | 55.75% | 44.25% |
| 2020 | 56.59% | 43.41% |
| 2021 | 58.38% | 41.62% |
Clean room operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared clean room operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, duct cleaner and floor polisher have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Maid Supervisor | 6% | 94% |
| Maid Housekeeper | 9% | 91% |
| Chambermaid | 9% | 91% |
| Clean Room Operator | 58% | 42% |
| Rug Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
| Floor Polisher | 97% | 3% |
| Duct Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
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Clean room operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among clean room operators is White, which makes up 54.8% of all clean room operators. Comparatively, 24.7% of clean room operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of clean room operators are Black or African American.
- White, 54.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 24.7%
- Black or African American, 7.6%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Clean room operator race
| Clean room operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24.7% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Clean room operator race and ethnicity over time
See how clean room operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Clean room operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.09% | 10.78% | 5.37% | 22.61% |
| 2011 | 57.56% | 11.82% | 5.55% | 21.50% |
| 2012 | 57.87% | 10.61% | 5.38% | 22.85% |
| 2013 | 57.67% | 10.04% | 5.77% | 23.17% |
| 2014 | 57.16% | 10.13% | 6.10% | 23.30% |
| 2015 | 57.52% | 9.58% | 6.04% | 23.37% |
| 2016 | 56.96% | 9.20% | 5.95% | 24.40% |
| 2017 | 56.59% | 8.89% | 6.29% | 24.41% |
| 2018 | 56.88% | 8.32% | 6.20% | 24.87% |
| 2019 | 58.72% | 7.61% | 6.44% | 23.44% |
| 2020 | 57.65% | 7.20% | 6.26% | 23.59% |
| 2021 | 54.76% | 7.60% | 6.67% | 24.74% |
Clean room operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian clean room operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american clean room operators have the lowest average salary at $32,067.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,088 |
| White | $32,070 |
| Black or African American | $32,067 |
| Asian | $33,076 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,388 |
Average clean room operator age
See how the average age of clean room operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Clean room operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | 50 |
| Unknown | 42 | 46 |
| Asian | 49.5 | 52 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 49 | 48 |
| White | 49 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 | 45 |
Clean room operator age breakdown
The average age of clean room operators is 40+ years years old, representing 75% of the clean room operator population.
Clean room operator age breakdown
| Clean Room Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 75% |
| 30-40 years | 17% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Clean room operator educational attainment
The most common degree for clean room operators is high school diploma, with 37% of clean room operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 22%.
- High School Diploma, 37%
- Associate, 23%
- Bachelor's, 22%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Clean room operators by degree level
| Clean room operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 37% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Bachelor's | 22% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Clean room operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, clean room operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $32,729 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, clean room operators earn a median annual income of $32,538 compared to $32,062 for clean room operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,062 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $32,538 |
| No Education | $31,668 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $32,729 |
Clean room operator employment statistics
Most clean room operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where clean room operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where clean room operators work.
Clean room operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Clean room operator jobs by company type
Employees with the clean room operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most clean room operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Clean room operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 38% |
| Private | 59% |
| Government | 1% |
Clean room operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for clean room operators are manufacturing, technology and health care.
Clean room operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 24% |
| Technology | 16% |
| Health Care | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Pharmaceutical | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Clean room operator turnover and employment statistics
Clean room operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for clean room operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Clean room operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Clean room operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.70% |
| 2011 | 11.68% |
| 2012 | 10.82% |
| 2013 | 9.61% |
| 2014 | 8.58% |
| 2015 | 7.99% |
| 2016 | 7.13% |
| 2017 | 6.55% |
| 2018 | 6.61% |
| 2019 | 5.39% |
| 2020 | 8.82% |
| 2021 | 9.26% |
Average clean room operator tenure
The average clean room operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 655 clean room operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Clean room operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Clean room operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of clean room 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Termite Control Servicer | 2.07% | 32,982 |
| Golf Course Superintendent | 2.17% | 12,772 |
| Tree Trimmer | 3.47% | 3,590 |
| Clean Room Operator | 4.38% | - |
| Hand Fur Cleaner | 4.88% | 39,648 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Executive Housekeeper | 7.41% | 116,774 |
Similar clean room operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Termite Control Servicer | 2.07% | 32,982 |
| Golf Course Superintendent | 2.17% | 12,772 |
| Tree Trimmer | 3.47% | 3,590 |
| Hand Fur Cleaner | 4.88% | 39,648 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Executive Housekeeper | 7.41% | 116,774 |
Foreign languages spoken by clean room operators
The most common foreign language among clean room operators is Spanish at 55.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hmong at 7.4% and Swahili is the third-most popular at 3.7%.
- Spanish, 55.6%
- Hmong, 7.4%
- Swahili, 3.7%
- Portuguese, 3.7%
- Chinese, 3.7%
- Other, 25.9%
Clean room operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.6% |
| Hmong | 7.4% |
| Swahili | 3.7% |
| Portuguese | 3.7% |
| Chinese | 3.7% |
| Other | 25.9% |
