Cytogenetic technologist demographics and statistics in the US
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Cytogenetic technologist gender statistics
70.8% of cytogenetic technologists are women and 29.2% of cytogenetic technologists are men.
- Female, 70.8%
- Male, 29.2%
Cytogenetic technologist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 70.8% |
| Male | 29.2% |
Cytogenetic technologist gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$55,088
Female income
$53,331
Cytogenetic technologist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cytogenetic technologist positions over time. Currently, 70.8% of cytogenetic technologists are female.
Cytogenetic technologist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28.22% | 71.78% |
| 2011 | 26.39% | 73.61% |
| 2012 | 27.50% | 72.50% |
| 2013 | 26.26% | 73.74% |
| 2014 | 26.98% | 73.02% |
| 2015 | 27.24% | 72.76% |
| 2016 | 28.79% | 71.21% |
| 2017 | 27.87% | 72.13% |
| 2018 | 29.46% | 70.54% |
| 2019 | 31.10% | 68.90% |
| 2020 | 31.91% | 68.09% |
| 2021 | 29.22% | 70.78% |
Cytogenetic technologist related jobs gender ratio
We compared cytogenetic technologists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Cytogenetic Technologist | 29% | 71% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Cytogenetic technologist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among cytogenetic technologists is White, which makes up 53.6% of all cytogenetic technologists. Comparatively, 17.8% of cytogenetic technologists are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of cytogenetic technologists are Asian.
- White, 53.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.8%
- Asian, 12.1%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Cytogenetic technologist race
| Cytogenetic technologist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.8% |
| Asian | 12.1% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Cytogenetic technologist race and ethnicity over time
See how cytogenetic technologist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Cytogenetic technologist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.00% | 10.67% | 11.59% | 14.05% |
| 2011 | 61.09% | 10.67% | 11.63% | 13.29% |
| 2012 | 60.14% | 11.44% | 11.48% | 14.22% |
| 2013 | 60.56% | 10.89% | 11.52% | 14.44% |
| 2014 | 60.58% | 11.27% | 11.34% | 14.07% |
| 2015 | 58.59% | 12.68% | 11.51% | 14.18% |
| 2016 | 59.57% | 11.62% | 11.34% | 14.55% |
| 2017 | 58.86% | 11.29% | 11.57% | 15.55% |
| 2018 | 58.76% | 11.60% | 10.69% | 15.62% |
| 2019 | 56.55% | 11.72% | 12.88% | 15.97% |
| 2020 | 55.09% | 11.79% | 12.17% | 15.84% |
| 2021 | 53.61% | 10.56% | 12.10% | 17.78% |
Cytogenetic technologist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian cytogenetic technologists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american cytogenetic technologists have the lowest average salary at $52,475.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $54,399 |
| White | $55,437 |
| Black or African American | $52,475 |
| Asian | $58,278 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $55,009 |
Average cytogenetic technologist age
See how the average age of cytogenetic technologists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Cytogenetic technologist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Cytogenetic technologist age breakdown
The average age of cytogenetic technologists is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the cytogenetic technologist population.
Cytogenetic technologist age breakdown
| Cytogenetic Technologist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Cytogenetic technologist educational attainment
The most common degree for cytogenetic technologists is bachelor's degree, with 85% of cytogenetic technologists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 8% and master's degree degree at 5%.
- Bachelor's, 85%
- Master's, 8%
- Associate, 5%
- Doctorate, 1%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Cytogenetic technologists by degree level
| Cytogenetic technologist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 85% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Associate | 5% |
| Doctorate | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Cytogenetic technologist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, cytogenetic technologists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $62,789 annually. With a Doctorate degree, cytogenetic technologists earn a median annual income of $61,934 compared to $60,646 for cytogenetic technologists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $62,789 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,579 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,646 |
| Doctorate Degree | $61,934 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,504 |
Cytogenetic technologist employment statistics
Most cytogenetic technologists work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where cytogenetic technologists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where cytogenetic technologists work.
Cytogenetic technologist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 36% |
Cytogenetic technologist jobs by company type
Employees with the cytogenetic technologist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most cytogenetic technologists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Cytogenetic technologist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 30% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 56% |
| Government | 3% |
Cytogenetic technologist jobs by industry
The most common industries for cytogenetic technologists are health care, education and technology.
Cytogenetic technologist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 59% |
| Education | 22% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Cytogenetic technologist turnover and employment statistics
Cytogenetic technologist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for cytogenetic technologists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Cytogenetic technologist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Cytogenetic technologist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average cytogenetic technologist tenure
The average cytogenetic technologist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 759 cytogenetic technologists resumes in Zippia's database.
Cytogenetic technologist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Cytogenetic technologist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of cytogenetic technologists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microfilm Technician | 5.02% | 48,061 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Cytogenetic Technologist | 8.24% | - |
| Records Management Analyst | 9.29% | 80,202 |
| Optical Assistant | 12.53% | 2,978 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 12.80% | 78,132 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 21.93% | 59,100 |
Similar cytogenetic technologist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Microfilm Technician | 5.02% | 48,061 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Records Management Analyst | 9.29% | 80,202 |
| Optical Assistant | 12.53% | 2,978 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 12.80% | 78,132 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 21.93% | 59,100 |
Foreign languages spoken by cytogenetic technologists
The most common foreign language among cytogenetic technologists is Spanish at 53.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 13.3% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 53.3%
- Arabic, 13.3%
- Portuguese, 6.7%
- Vietnamese, 6.7%
- French, 6.7%
- Other, 13.3%
Cytogenetic technologist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 53.3% |
| Arabic | 13.3% |
| Portuguese | 6.7% |
| Vietnamese | 6.7% |
| French | 6.7% |
| Other | 13.3% |
