Combustion engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Combustion engineer gender statistics
11.1% of combustion engineers are women and 88.9% of combustion engineers are men.
- Male, 88.9%
- Female, 11.1%
Combustion engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 88.9% |
| Female | 11.1% |
Combustion engineer gender pay gap
Women earn $1.03 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$84,781
Female income
$87,321
Combustion engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in combustion engineer positions over time. Currently, 11.1% of combustion engineers are female.
Combustion engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 90.71% | 9.29% |
| 2011 | 93.45% | 6.55% |
| 2012 | 91.58% | 8.42% |
| 2013 | 92.06% | 7.94% |
| 2014 | 91.09% | 8.91% |
| 2015 | 90.35% | 9.65% |
| 2016 | 91.41% | 8.59% |
| 2017 | 89.68% | 10.32% |
| 2018 | 90.23% | 9.77% |
| 2019 | 90.12% | 9.88% |
| 2020 | 87.93% | 12.07% |
| 2021 | 88.89% | 11.11% |
Combustion engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared combustion engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Combustion Engineer | 89% | 11% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Combustion engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among combustion engineers is White, which makes up 70.2% of all combustion engineers. Comparatively, 12.8% of combustion engineers are Asian and 9.0% of combustion engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 70.2%
- Asian, 12.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.0%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Combustion engineer race
| Combustion engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.2% |
| Asian | 12.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Combustion engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how combustion engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Combustion engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.39% | 3.43% | 10.63% | 6.69% |
| 2011 | 77.45% | 3.43% | 10.41% | 6.99% |
| 2012 | 77.89% | 3.65% | 9.57% | 7.32% |
| 2013 | 77.45% | 2.90% | 11.07% | 6.74% |
| 2014 | 75.48% | 3.00% | 12.18% | 7.74% |
| 2015 | 75.96% | 3.25% | 10.80% | 8.33% |
| 2016 | 73.98% | 3.45% | 11.89% | 8.92% |
| 2017 | 74.70% | 2.73% | 11.61% | 8.85% |
| 2018 | 75.49% | 3.04% | 11.24% | 8.08% |
| 2019 | 73.94% | 3.28% | 11.75% | 8.36% |
| 2020 | 70.43% | 2.99% | 13.25% | 9.71% |
| 2021 | 70.18% | 3.34% | 12.75% | 9.04% |
Combustion engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino combustion engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american combustion engineers have the lowest average salary at $80,081.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $84,902 |
| White | $85,999 |
| Black or African American | $80,081 |
| Asian | $85,295 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $87,827 |
Average combustion engineer age
See how the average age of combustion engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Combustion engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 39 | 36 |
| White | 40 | 33 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 48 |
| Asian | 38.5 | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 26 |
Combustion engineer age breakdown
The average age of combustion engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the combustion engineer population.
Combustion engineer age breakdown
| Combustion Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Combustion engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for combustion engineers is bachelor's degree, with 68% of combustion engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 22% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Master's, 22%
- Associate, 7%
- Doctorate, 3%
Combustion engineers by degree level
| Combustion engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Master's | 22% |
| Associate | 7% |
| Doctorate | 3% |
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Combustion engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, combustion engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $108,101 annually. With a Master's degree, combustion engineers earn a median annual income of $99,008 compared to $86,476 for combustion engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $99,008 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $86,476 |
| Doctorate Degree | $108,101 |
Combustion engineer employment statistics
Most combustion engineers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where combustion engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where combustion engineers work.
Combustion engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Combustion engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the combustion engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most combustion engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Combustion engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 69% |
| Government | 7% |
Combustion engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for combustion engineers are manufacturing, technology and education.
Combustion engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 20% |
| Technology | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Education | 7% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Government | 7% |
| Automotive | 7% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
Combustion engineer turnover and employment statistics
Combustion engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for combustion engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Combustion engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Combustion engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.09% |
| 2011 | 4.26% |
| 2012 | 2.86% |
| 2013 | 1.99% |
| 2014 | 1.63% |
| 2015 | 1.74% |
| 2016 | 1.46% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.20% |
| 2019 | 1.42% |
| 2020 | 2.46% |
| 2021 | 2.18% |
Average combustion engineer tenure
The average combustion engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 112 combustion engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Combustion engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Combustion engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of combustion engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Testing Supervisor | 3.67% | 4,245 |
| Combustion Engineer | 4.55% | - |
| Criticality Safety Engineer | 5.25% | 15,326 |
| Senior Controls Engineer | 6.39% | 39,440 |
| Aircraft Designer | 7.54% | 46,747 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Refining Engineer | 10.43% | 3,396 |
Similar combustion engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Testing Supervisor | 3.67% | 4,245 |
| Criticality Safety Engineer | 5.25% | 15,326 |
| Senior Controls Engineer | 6.39% | 39,440 |
| Aircraft Designer | 7.54% | 46,747 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Refining Engineer | 10.43% | 3,396 |
Foreign languages spoken by combustion engineers
The most common foreign language among combustion engineers is German at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- German, 33.3%
- Portuguese, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Combustion engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 33.3% |
| Portuguese | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |
