Desktop operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Desktop operator gender statistics
38.8% of desktop operators are women and 61.2% of desktop operators are men.
- Male, 61.2%
- Female, 38.8%
Desktop operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 61.2% |
| Female | 38.8% |
Desktop operator gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,957
Female income
$51,659
Desktop operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in desktop operator positions over time. Currently, 38.8% of desktop operators are female.
Desktop operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.33% | 40.67% |
| 2011 | 58.75% | 41.25% |
| 2012 | 57.84% | 42.16% |
| 2013 | 59.53% | 40.47% |
| 2014 | 60.70% | 39.30% |
| 2015 | 58.47% | 41.53% |
| 2016 | 58.19% | 41.81% |
| 2017 | 59.40% | 40.60% |
| 2018 | 62.47% | 37.53% |
| 2019 | 61.07% | 38.93% |
| 2020 | 61.42% | 38.58% |
| 2021 | 61.20% | 38.80% |
Desktop operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared desktop operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Desktop Operator | 61% | 39% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Desktop operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among desktop operators is White, which makes up 59.8% of all desktop operators. Comparatively, 15.8% of desktop operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of desktop operators are Black or African American.
- White, 59.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.8%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Asian, 7.4%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Desktop operator race
| Desktop operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 7.4% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Desktop operator race and ethnicity over time
See how desktop operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Desktop operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.27% | 11.14% | 5.99% | 11.45% |
| 2011 | 66.95% | 12.21% | 6.40% | 10.98% |
| 2012 | 66.70% | 10.78% | 6.07% | 13.00% |
| 2013 | 66.69% | 10.58% | 6.75% | 12.49% |
| 2014 | 66.71% | 11.11% | 6.54% | 12.45% |
| 2015 | 66.88% | 10.59% | 6.54% | 12.69% |
| 2016 | 65.21% | 10.33% | 6.85% | 13.69% |
| 2017 | 64.28% | 10.20% | 7.00% | 15.06% |
| 2018 | 65.49% | 10.18% | 7.39% | 13.46% |
| 2019 | 65.49% | 9.99% | 7.03% | 13.88% |
| 2020 | 62.63% | 10.17% | 7.39% | 14.18% |
| 2021 | 59.84% | 11.11% | 7.40% | 15.78% |
Desktop operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian desktop operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american desktop operators have the lowest average salary at $53,276.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $54,890 |
| White | $55,118 |
| Black or African American | $53,276 |
| Asian | $56,489 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $55,059 |
Average desktop operator age
See how the average age of desktop operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Desktop operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 46 |
| Unknown | 38 | 42 |
| Asian | 42 | 39 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 37 |
| White | 39 | 44.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50.5 |
Desktop operator age breakdown
The average age of desktop operators is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the desktop operator population.
Desktop operator age breakdown
| Desktop Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Desktop operator educational attainment
The most common degree for desktop operators is bachelor's degree, with 50% of desktop operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 28% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- Bachelor's, 50%
- Associate, 28%
- High School Diploma, 16%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Desktop operators by degree level
| Desktop operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 50% |
| Associate | 28% |
| High School Diploma | 16% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Desktop operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, desktop operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $61,198 annually. With a Doctorate degree, desktop operators earn a median annual income of $59,256 compared to $55,939 for desktop operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $61,198 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $50,692 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,939 |
| Doctorate Degree | $59,256 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,246 |
Desktop operator employment statistics
Most desktop operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where desktop operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where desktop operators work.
Desktop operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Desktop operator jobs by company type
Employees with the desktop operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most desktop operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Desktop operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 74% |
Desktop operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for desktop operators are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Desktop operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 25% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Technology | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Media | 7% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Education | 4% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Desktop operator turnover and employment statistics
Desktop operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for desktop operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Desktop operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Desktop operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.85% |
| 2011 | 6.48% |
| 2012 | 5.96% |
| 2013 | 4.75% |
| 2014 | 4.52% |
| 2015 | 3.68% |
| 2016 | 3.37% |
| 2017 | 2.89% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.47% |
| 2020 | 3.89% |
| 2021 | 3.89% |
Average desktop operator tenure
The average desktop operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 338 desktop operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Desktop operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Desktop operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of desktop 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Data Capture Clerk | 4.67% | 131,646 |
| Computer Clerk | 5.99% | 79,981 |
| Desktop Operator | 6.98% | - |
| Mailroom Assistant | 7.17% | 13,048 |
| Underwriting Assistant | 11.18% | 1,967 |
| Chart Changer | 11.19% | 22 |
| Multilith Operator | 14.20% | 25,692 |
Similar desktop operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Data Capture Clerk | 4.67% | 131,646 |
| Computer Clerk | 5.99% | 79,981 |
| Mailroom Assistant | 7.17% | 13,048 |
| Underwriting Assistant | 11.18% | 1,967 |
| Chart Changer | 11.19% | 22 |
| Multilith Operator | 14.20% | 25,692 |
Foreign languages spoken by desktop operators
The most common foreign language among desktop operators is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 28.6% and Amharic is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- Japanese, 28.6%
- Amharic, 14.3%
Desktop operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| Japanese | 28.6% |
| Amharic | 14.3% |
