Core worker demographics and statistics in the US
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Core worker gender statistics
28.1% of core workers are women and 71.9% of core workers are men.
- Male, 71.9%
- Female, 28.1%
Core worker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.9% |
| Female | 28.1% |
Core worker gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,766
Female income
$34,553
Core worker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in core worker positions over time. Currently, 28.1% of core workers are female.
Core worker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.27% | 24.73% |
| 2011 | 74.98% | 25.02% |
| 2012 | 74.60% | 25.40% |
| 2013 | 75.43% | 24.57% |
| 2014 | 75.85% | 24.15% |
| 2015 | 73.70% | 26.30% |
| 2016 | 73.94% | 26.06% |
| 2017 | 74.62% | 25.38% |
| 2018 | 74.76% | 25.24% |
| 2019 | 72.44% | 27.56% |
| 2020 | 71.16% | 28.84% |
| 2021 | 71.88% | 28.13% |
Core worker related jobs gender ratio
We compared core workers 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% |
| Core Worker | 72% | 28% |
| Rug Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
| Floor Polisher | 97% | 3% |
| Duct Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
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Core worker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among core workers is White, which makes up 51.7% of all core workers. Comparatively, 25.2% of core workers are Hispanic or Latino and 14.3% of core workers are Black or African American.
- White, 51.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 25.2%
- Black or African American, 14.3%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Core worker race
| Core worker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25.2% |
| Black or African American | 14.3% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Core worker race and ethnicity over time
See how core worker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Core worker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.21% | 15.76% | 3.00% | 21.12% |
| 2011 | 55.92% | 16.90% | 2.87% | 20.99% |
| 2012 | 56.35% | 16.14% | 2.78% | 21.14% |
| 2013 | 56.74% | 15.70% | 2.78% | 21.51% |
| 2014 | 56.89% | 15.45% | 2.91% | 21.42% |
| 2015 | 56.36% | 15.07% | 3.07% | 22.31% |
| 2016 | 56.24% | 15.21% | 2.85% | 22.41% |
| 2017 | 56.27% | 14.45% | 3.05% | 22.75% |
| 2018 | 56.93% | 13.95% | 3.20% | 22.57% |
| 2019 | 56.06% | 14.31% | 3.29% | 23.19% |
| 2020 | 53.77% | 13.84% | 3.46% | 23.27% |
| 2021 | 51.68% | 14.26% | 3.35% | 25.19% |
Core worker wage gap by race
According to our data, asian core workers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american core workers have the lowest average salary at $38,100.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,673 |
| White | $40,644 |
| Black or African American | $38,100 |
| Asian | $41,022 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,460 |
Average core worker age
See how the average age of core workers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Core worker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 52 | 51 |
| Unknown | 47 | 48 |
| Asian | 54 | 56 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 49 | 49 |
| White | 52 | 53 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 42.5 |
Core worker age breakdown
The average age of core workers is 40+ years years old, representing 75% of the core worker population.
Core worker age breakdown
| Core Worker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 75% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Core worker educational attainment
The most common degree for core workers is bachelor's degree, with 41% of core workers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 29% and associate degree degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 41%
- Associate, 29%
- High School Diploma, 18%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Core workers by degree level
| Core worker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 41% |
| Associate | 29% |
| High School Diploma | 18% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Core worker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, core workers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $42,488 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, core workers earn a median annual income of $40,657 compared to $40,228 for core workers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,228 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,657 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,488 |
Core worker employment statistics
Most core workers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where core workers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where core workers work.
Core worker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Core worker jobs by company type
Employees with the core worker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most core workers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Core worker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 50% |
| Government | 10% |
Core worker jobs by industry
The most common industries for core workers are manufacturing, education and professional.
Core worker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 15% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Education | 11% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Start-up | 7% |
| Government | 4% |
| Media | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
Core worker turnover and employment statistics
Core worker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for core workers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Core worker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Core worker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.07% |
| 2011 | 10.58% |
| 2012 | 10.07% |
| 2013 | 8.55% |
| 2014 | 7.87% |
| 2015 | 6.45% |
| 2016 | 5.87% |
| 2017 | 5.84% |
| 2018 | 5.54% |
| 2019 | 4.76% |
| 2020 | 6.64% |
| 2021 | 6.47% |
Average core worker tenure
The average core worker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 38 core workers resumes in Zippia's database.
Core worker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 35% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 3% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Core worker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of core workers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Renewal Technician | 2.07% | 26,338 |
| Grounds Maintenance Supervisor | 2.17% | 63,289 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Linen Keeper | 4.45% | 3,431 |
| Core Worker | 5.14% | - |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Janitorial Services Supervisor | 7.41% | 70,269 |
Similar core worker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Renewal Technician | 2.07% | 26,338 |
| Grounds Maintenance Supervisor | 2.17% | 63,289 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Linen Keeper | 4.45% | 3,431 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Janitorial Services Supervisor | 7.41% | 70,269 |