Dining service inspector demographics and statistics in the US
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Dining service inspector gender statistics
62.7% of dining service inspectors are women and 37.3% of dining service inspectors are men.
- Female, 62.7%
- Male, 37.3%
Dining service inspector gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 62.7% |
| Male | 37.3% |
Dining service inspector gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,518
Female income
$27,355
Dining service inspector gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dining service inspector positions over time. Currently, 62.7% of dining service inspectors are female.
Dining service inspector gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.81% | 75.19% |
| 2011 | 24.39% | 75.61% |
| 2012 | 26.13% | 73.87% |
| 2013 | 29.12% | 70.88% |
| 2014 | 24.49% | 75.51% |
| 2015 | 23.44% | 76.56% |
| 2016 | 21.31% | 78.69% |
| 2017 | 18.43% | 81.57% |
| 2018 | 37.51% | 62.49% |
| 2019 | 34.16% | 65.84% |
| 2020 | 35.04% | 64.96% |
| 2021 | 37.31% | 62.69% |
Dining service inspector related jobs gender ratio
We compared dining service inspectors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, certified industrial hygienist and chief safety officer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Midwife | 7% | 93% |
| Genetic Counselor | 12% | 88% |
| Utilization Review Coordinator | 17% | 83% |
| Dining Service Inspector | 37% | 63% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Dining service inspector demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dining service inspectors is White, which makes up 63.3% of all dining service inspectors. Comparatively, 15.4% of dining service inspectors are Hispanic or Latino and 8.4% of dining service inspectors are Black or African American.
- White, 63.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.4%
- Black or African American, 8.4%
- Unknown, 5.9%
- Asian, 5.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Dining service inspector race
| Dining service inspector race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 5.9% |
| Asian | 5.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Dining service inspector race and ethnicity over time
See how dining service inspector racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dining service inspector race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.52% | 8.29% | 4.57% | 11.77% |
| 2011 | 69.15% | 11.06% | 4.09% | 13.06% |
| 2012 | 69.78% | 10.55% | 4.20% | 12.68% |
| 2013 | 68.72% | 10.17% | 4.95% | 12.92% |
| 2014 | 69.45% | 10.12% | 4.58% | 12.78% |
| 2015 | 70.93% | 9.85% | 5.16% | 11.38% |
| 2016 | 70.60% | 9.17% | 5.40% | 13.02% |
| 2017 | 65.85% | 12.16% | 6.56% | 12.14% |
| 2018 | 67.28% | 9.31% | 5.01% | 15.09% |
| 2019 | 69.19% | 8.86% | 4.65% | 14.71% |
| 2020 | 66.03% | 8.45% | 4.11% | 16.87% |
| 2021 | 63.28% | 8.36% | 5.89% | 15.41% |
Dining service inspector wage gap by race
According to our data, asian dining service inspectors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino dining service inspectors have the lowest average salary at $27,992.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,274 |
| White | $28,213 |
| Black or African American | $28,482 |
| Asian | $29,657 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $27,992 |
Average dining service inspector age
See how the average age of dining service inspectors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dining service inspector age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | 37 |
| White | 48 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 37 |
| Asian | 43 | 38.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Dining service inspector age breakdown
The average age of dining service inspectors is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the dining service inspector population.
Dining service inspector age breakdown
| Dining Service Inspector Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Dining service inspector educational attainment
The most common degree for dining service inspectors is high school diploma, with 39% of dining service inspectors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 34% and bachelor's degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 39%
- Bachelor's, 34%
- Associate, 13%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Dining service inspectors by degree level
| Dining service inspector degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 39% |
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Dining service inspector wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dining service inspectors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $32,151 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, dining service inspectors earn a median annual income of $28,921 compared to $28,565 for dining service inspectors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $32,151 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $26,604 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $28,921 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,565 |
Dining service inspector employment statistics
Most dining service inspectors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where dining service inspectors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dining service inspectors work.
Dining service inspector jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Dining service inspector jobs by company type
Employees with the dining service inspector job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dining service inspectors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Dining service inspector jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 47% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 43% |
| Government | 3% |
Dining service inspector jobs by industry
The most common industries for dining service inspectors are education, health care and hospitality.
Dining service inspector industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 37% |
| Health Care | 35% |
| Hospitality | 9% |
| Government | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
Dining service inspector turnover and employment statistics
Dining service inspector unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dining service inspectors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dining service inspector unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dining service inspector unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.00% |
| 2011 | 4.18% |
| 2012 | 5.08% |
| 2013 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.44% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 3.27% |
| 2019 | 2.43% |
| 2020 | 2.91% |
| 2021 | 3.04% |
Average dining service inspector tenure
The average dining service inspector stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 936 dining service inspectors resumes in Zippia's database.
Dining service inspector tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Dining service inspector LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dining service inspectors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Float Pharmacist | 5.03% | 51,231 |
| Dining Service Inspector | 7.06% | - |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Sports Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 57,256 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 23.99% | 59,100 |
Similar dining service inspector jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Float Pharmacist | 5.03% | 51,231 |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Sports Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 57,256 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 23.99% | 59,100 |
Foreign languages spoken by dining service inspectors
The most common foreign language among dining service inspectors is Spanish at 42.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 10.2% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 8.5%.
- Spanish, 42.4%
- Chinese, 10.2%
- Mandarin, 8.5%
- Japanese, 6.8%
- French, 6.8%
- Other, 25.3%
Dining service inspector languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.4% |
| Chinese | 10.2% |
| Mandarin | 8.5% |
| Japanese | 6.8% |
| French | 6.8% |
| Other | 25.3% |
