Disassembler demographics and statistics in the US
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Disassembler gender statistics
12.9% of disassemblers are women and 87.1% of disassemblers are men.
- Male, 87.1%
- Female, 12.9%
Disassembler gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 87.1% |
| Female | 12.9% |
Disassembler gender pay gap
Women earn 88¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,871
Female income
$26,264
Disassembler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in disassembler positions over time. Currently, 12.9% of disassemblers are female.
Disassembler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 89.66% | 10.34% |
| 2011 | 89.95% | 10.05% |
| 2012 | 90.03% | 9.97% |
| 2013 | 89.62% | 10.38% |
| 2014 | 89.59% | 10.41% |
| 2015 | 89.70% | 10.30% |
| 2016 | 88.81% | 11.19% |
| 2017 | 89.09% | 10.91% |
| 2018 | 88.50% | 11.50% |
| 2019 | 87.66% | 12.34% |
| 2020 | 87.52% | 12.48% |
| 2021 | 87.15% | 12.85% |
Disassembler related jobs gender ratio
We compared disassemblers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Disassembler | 87% | 13% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Disassembler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among disassemblers is White, which makes up 56.4% of all disassemblers. Comparatively, 18.8% of disassemblers are Hispanic or Latino and 12.4% of disassemblers are Black or African American.
- White, 56.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.8%
- Black or African American, 12.4%
- Asian, 5.7%
- Unknown, 5.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Disassembler race
| Disassembler race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.8% |
| Black or African American | 12.4% |
| Asian | 5.7% |
| Unknown | 5.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Disassembler race and ethnicity over time
See how disassembler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Disassembler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.79% | 11.84% | 4.06% | 15.02% |
| 2011 | 63.92% | 13.27% | 4.10% | 15.06% |
| 2012 | 64.80% | 12.58% | 4.03% | 15.02% |
| 2013 | 65.08% | 12.03% | 4.16% | 15.01% |
| 2014 | 63.74% | 12.71% | 4.21% | 15.70% |
| 2015 | 63.20% | 12.25% | 4.19% | 16.54% |
| 2016 | 63.35% | 12.05% | 4.29% | 16.50% |
| 2017 | 62.99% | 11.84% | 4.71% | 16.57% |
| 2018 | 64.09% | 11.66% | 4.44% | 15.91% |
| 2019 | 62.65% | 11.90% | 4.65% | 16.87% |
| 2020 | 58.90% | 12.86% | 5.23% | 16.90% |
| 2021 | 56.40% | 12.39% | 5.69% | 18.77% |
Disassembler wage gap by race
According to our data, white disassemblers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american disassemblers have the lowest average salary at $28,860.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,665 |
| White | $30,849 |
| Black or African American | $28,860 |
| Asian | $29,931 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $30,087 |
Average disassembler age
See how the average age of disassemblers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Disassembler age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 38 | 37 |
| Unknown | 33 | 39 |
| Asian | 41.5 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 39 |
| White | 39 | 45 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34.5 | 32 |
Disassembler age breakdown
The average age of disassemblers is 40+ years years old, representing 48% of the disassembler population.
Disassembler age breakdown
| Disassembler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 48% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Disassembler educational attainment
The most common degree for disassemblers is high school diploma, with 58% of disassemblers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 58%
- Associate, 16%
- Diploma, 14%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Disassemblers by degree level
| Disassembler degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 58% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Diploma | 14% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Disassembler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, disassemblers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $31,008 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, disassemblers earn a median annual income of $30,458 compared to $29,460 for disassemblers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,460 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $30,458 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $31,008 |
Disassembler employment statistics
Most disassemblers work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where disassemblers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where disassemblers work.
Disassembler jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 25% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Disassembler jobs by company type
Employees with the disassembler job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most disassemblers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Disassembler jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 21% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 3% |
Disassembler jobs by industry
The most common industries for disassemblers are professional, manufacturing and technology.
Disassembler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Technology | 12% |
| Automotive | 10% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Education | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Disassembler turnover and employment statistics
Disassembler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for disassemblers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Disassembler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Disassembler unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.75% |
| 2011 | 16.09% |
| 2012 | 14.47% |
| 2013 | 13.53% |
| 2014 | 11.22% |
| 2015 | 10.22% |
| 2016 | 9.47% |
| 2017 | 9.08% |
| 2018 | 7.89% |
| 2019 | 7.90% |
| 2020 | 9.98% |
| 2021 | 10.05% |
Average disassembler tenure
The average disassembler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 337 disassemblers resumes in Zippia's database.
Disassembler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 53% |
| 1-2 years | 23% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Disassembler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of disassemblers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Crane Operator | 1.94% | 27,955 |
| Grinder Operator | 3.85% | 65,420 |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Reconditioner | 4.59% | 4,833 |
| Disassembler | 4.67% | - |
| Fruit Packer | 6.68% | 16,087 |
| Brush Or Broom Cutter | 10.43% | 4,522 |
Similar disassembler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Power Crane Operator | 1.94% | 27,955 |
| Grinder Operator | 3.85% | 65,420 |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Reconditioner | 4.59% | 4,833 |
| Fruit Packer | 6.68% | 16,087 |
| Brush Or Broom Cutter | 10.43% | 4,522 |
Foreign languages spoken by disassemblers
The most common foreign language among disassemblers is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Polish at 14.3% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- Polish, 14.3%
- Arabic, 14.3%
- Portuguese, 14.3%
Disassembler languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| Polish | 14.3% |
| Arabic | 14.3% |
| Portuguese | 14.3% |
