Cytology laboratory technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Cytology laboratory technician gender statistics
66.7% of cytology laboratory technicians are women and 33.3% of cytology laboratory technicians are men.
- Female, 66.7%
- Male, 33.3%
Cytology laboratory technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 66.7% |
| Male | 33.3% |
Cytology laboratory technician gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,845
Female income
$45,437
Cytology laboratory technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cytology laboratory technician positions over time. Currently, 66.7% of cytology laboratory technicians are female.
Cytology laboratory technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 32.26% | 67.74% |
| 2011 | 30.28% | 69.72% |
| 2012 | 31.49% | 68.51% |
| 2013 | 30.14% | 69.86% |
| 2014 | 30.92% | 69.08% |
| 2015 | 31.20% | 68.80% |
| 2016 | 32.87% | 67.13% |
| 2017 | 31.88% | 68.12% |
| 2018 | 33.60% | 66.40% |
| 2019 | 35.35% | 64.65% |
| 2020 | 36.21% | 63.79% |
| 2021 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
Cytology laboratory technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared cytology laboratory technicians 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% |
| Cytology Laboratory Technician | 33% | 67% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Cytology laboratory technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among cytology laboratory technicians is White, which makes up 53.2% of all cytology laboratory technicians. Comparatively, 16.2% of cytology laboratory technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 12.9% of cytology laboratory technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 53.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.2%
- Black or African American, 12.9%
- Asian, 11.9%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Cytology laboratory technician race
| Cytology laboratory technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.9% |
| Asian | 11.9% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Cytology laboratory technician race and ethnicity over time
See how cytology laboratory technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Cytology laboratory technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.56% | 13.04% | 11.35% | 12.45% |
| 2011 | 60.65% | 13.05% | 11.39% | 11.68% |
| 2012 | 59.70% | 13.82% | 11.24% | 12.61% |
| 2013 | 60.12% | 13.27% | 11.28% | 12.83% |
| 2014 | 60.14% | 13.64% | 11.10% | 12.46% |
| 2015 | 58.15% | 15.06% | 11.27% | 12.57% |
| 2016 | 59.13% | 13.99% | 11.11% | 12.95% |
| 2017 | 58.42% | 13.67% | 11.33% | 13.94% |
| 2018 | 58.32% | 13.97% | 10.45% | 14.01% |
| 2019 | 56.11% | 14.10% | 12.65% | 14.36% |
| 2020 | 54.65% | 14.16% | 11.94% | 14.23% |
| 2021 | 53.17% | 12.93% | 11.87% | 16.17% |
Cytology laboratory technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian cytology laboratory technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american cytology laboratory technicians have the lowest average salary at $44,280.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,895 |
| White | $48,329 |
| Black or African American | $44,280 |
| Asian | $52,336 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,737 |
Average cytology laboratory technician age
See how the average age of cytology laboratory technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Cytology laboratory technician 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 |
Cytology laboratory technician age breakdown
The average age of cytology laboratory technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the cytology laboratory technician population.
Cytology laboratory technician age breakdown
| Cytology Laboratory Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Cytology laboratory technician educational attainment
The most common degree for cytology laboratory technicians is bachelor's degree, with 68% of cytology laboratory technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Associate, 15%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Cytology laboratory technicians by degree level
| Cytology laboratory technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Associate | 15% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Cytology laboratory technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, cytology laboratory technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,938 annually. With a Doctorate degree, cytology laboratory technicians earn a median annual income of $57,664 compared to $55,764 for cytology laboratory technicians with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,938 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,621 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,764 |
| Doctorate Degree | $57,664 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,672 |
Cytology laboratory technician employment statistics
Company size where cytology laboratory technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where cytology laboratory technicians work.
Cytology laboratory technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 24% |
Cytology laboratory technician jobs by company type
Employees with the cytology laboratory technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most cytology laboratory technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Cytology laboratory technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 78% |
Cytology laboratory technician turnover and employment statistics
Cytology laboratory technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for cytology laboratory technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Cytology laboratory technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Cytology laboratory technician 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 cytology laboratory technician tenure
The average cytology laboratory technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 59 cytology laboratory technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Cytology laboratory technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 39% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Cytology laboratory technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of cytology laboratory technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Cytology Laboratory Technician | 8.24% | - |
| Medical Care Evaluation Specialist | 9.29% | 107,415 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Obstetrics Technician | 12.80% | 55,214 |
| Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |
Similar cytology laboratory technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Medical Care Evaluation Specialist | 9.29% | 107,415 |
| American Board Of Opticianry Certified Optician | 12.53% | 38,888 |
| Obstetrics Technician | 12.80% | 55,214 |
| Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |