Dismantler demographics and statistics in the US
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Dismantler gender statistics
5.5% of dismantlers are women and 94.5% of dismantlers are men.
- Male, 94.5%
- Female, 5.5%
Dismantler gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 94.5% |
| Female | 5.5% |
Dismantler gender pay gap
Women earn 88¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,190
Female income
$34,547
Dismantler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dismantler positions over time. Currently, 5.5% of dismantlers are female.
Dismantler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.11% | 5.89% |
| 2011 | 94.15% | 5.85% |
| 2012 | 94.16% | 5.84% |
| 2013 | 94.31% | 5.69% |
| 2014 | 94.40% | 5.60% |
| 2015 | 94.64% | 5.36% |
| 2016 | 94.46% | 5.54% |
| 2017 | 94.28% | 5.72% |
| 2018 | 94.84% | 5.16% |
| 2019 | 94.64% | 5.36% |
| 2020 | 94.33% | 5.67% |
| 2021 | 94.46% | 5.54% |
Dismantler related jobs gender ratio
We compared dismantlers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Dismantler | 94% | 6% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Dismantler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dismantlers is White, which makes up 59.5% of all dismantlers. Comparatively, 18.5% of dismantlers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.1% of dismantlers are Black or African American.
- White, 59.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.5%
- Black or African American, 9.1%
- Asian, 7.2%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Dismantler race
| Dismantler race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Asian | 7.2% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Dismantler race and ethnicity over time
See how dismantler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dismantler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.78% | 10.38% | 6.15% | 16.85% |
| 2011 | 64.45% | 10.53% | 6.09% | 15.97% |
| 2012 | 63.12% | 10.50% | 6.17% | 17.47% |
| 2013 | 64.35% | 9.98% | 6.01% | 16.84% |
| 2014 | 63.60% | 9.96% | 5.94% | 17.40% |
| 2015 | 64.46% | 9.95% | 6.22% | 16.35% |
| 2016 | 63.32% | 10.03% | 6.22% | 17.19% |
| 2017 | 62.35% | 10.66% | 6.35% | 17.35% |
| 2018 | 63.86% | 9.65% | 6.51% | 16.90% |
| 2019 | 65.13% | 9.23% | 6.26% | 16.19% |
| 2020 | 62.33% | 9.24% | 7.22% | 16.21% |
| 2021 | 59.51% | 9.14% | 7.23% | 18.46% |
Dismantler wage gap by race
According to our data, white dismantlers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dismantlers have the lowest average salary at $37,839.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,017 |
| White | $40,890 |
| Black or African American | $37,839 |
| Asian | $38,730 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,552 |
Average dismantler age
See how the average age of dismantlers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dismantler age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 50 |
Dismantler age breakdown
The average age of dismantlers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the dismantler population.
Dismantler age breakdown
| Dismantler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Dismantler educational attainment
The most common degree for dismantlers is high school diploma, with 59% of dismantlers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 16% and diploma degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 59%
- Diploma, 16%
- Associate, 13%
- Bachelor's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Dismantlers by degree level
| Dismantler degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 59% |
| Diploma | 16% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Dismantler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dismantlers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $42,982 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, dismantlers earn a median annual income of $40,123 compared to $39,299 for dismantlers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $42,982 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,350 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,123 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,299 |
Dismantler employment statistics
Company size where dismantlers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dismantlers work.
Dismantler jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Dismantler jobs by industry
The most common industries for dismantlers are professional, manufacturing and retail.
Dismantler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 18% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Automotive | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Dismantler turnover and employment statistics
Dismantler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dismantlers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dismantler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dismantler unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 4.89% |
| 2019 | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 6.59% |
| 2021 | 6.08% |
Average dismantler tenure
The average dismantler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 821 dismantlers resumes in Zippia's database.
Dismantler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 44% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Dismantler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dismantlers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Sampler | 4.47% | 751 |
| Noodle Press Operator | 4.75% | 44,636 |
| Dismantler | 4.90% | - |
| Envelope Maker | 7.84% | 6,994 |
| Mash Filter Operator | 8.41% | 25,682 |
| Commercial Baker Helper | 8.89% | 45,651 |
| Digital Photo Technician | 15.21% | 22,121 |
Similar dismantler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Sampler | 4.47% | 751 |
| Noodle Press Operator | 4.75% | 44,636 |
| Envelope Maker | 7.84% | 6,994 |
| Mash Filter Operator | 8.41% | 25,682 |
| Commercial Baker Helper | 8.89% | 45,651 |
| Digital Photo Technician | 15.21% | 22,121 |
Foreign languages spoken by dismantlers
The most common foreign language among dismantlers is Spanish at 78.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 7.1% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 78.6%
- Russian, 7.1%
- Portuguese, 7.1%
- Ukrainian, 7.1%
Dismantler languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 78.6% |
| Russian | 7.1% |
| Portuguese | 7.1% |
| Ukrainian | 7.1% |
