Disposal operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Disposal operator gender statistics
14.8% of disposal operators are women and 85.2% of disposal operators are men.
- Male, 85.2%
- Female, 14.8%
Disposal operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 85.2% |
| Female | 14.8% |
Disposal operator gender pay gap
Women earn $1.02 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,489
Female income
$42,366
Disposal operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in disposal operator positions over time. Currently, 14.8% of disposal operators are female.
Disposal operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 83.38% | 16.62% |
| 2011 | 84.48% | 15.52% |
| 2012 | 85.47% | 14.53% |
| 2013 | 87.29% | 12.71% |
| 2014 | 82.86% | 17.14% |
| 2015 | 83.81% | 16.19% |
| 2016 | 85.98% | 14.02% |
| 2017 | 83.38% | 16.62% |
| 2018 | 80.21% | 19.79% |
| 2019 | 81.56% | 18.44% |
| 2020 | 77.49% | 22.51% |
| 2021 | 85.22% | 14.78% |
Disposal operator related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Disposal Operator | 85% | 15% |
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Disposal operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among disposal operators is White, which makes up 71.0% of all disposal operators. Comparatively, 12.4% of disposal operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of disposal operators are Black or African American.
- White, 71.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.4%
- Black or African American, 7.6%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.6%
- Asian, 1.8%
Disposal operator race
| Disposal operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.6% |
| Asian | 1.8% |
Disposal operator race and ethnicity over time
See how disposal operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Disposal operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.96% | 9.93% | 0.59% | 10.85% |
| 2011 | 74.18% | 10.32% | 1.12% | 9.97% |
| 2012 | 75.64% | 8.83% | 1.54% | 10.15% |
| 2013 | 73.50% | 9.57% | 1.18% | 10.53% |
| 2014 | 74.88% | 8.60% | 1.40% | 11.57% |
| 2015 | 73.99% | 7.56% | 1.84% | 11.89% |
| 2016 | 73.58% | 9.30% | 1.75% | 11.66% |
| 2017 | 75.67% | 8.22% | 1.46% | 10.91% |
| 2018 | 76.88% | 7.82% | 1.49% | 9.93% |
| 2019 | 76.58% | 7.54% | 1.17% | 10.33% |
| 2020 | 71.60% | 7.04% | 2.15% | 11.28% |
| 2021 | 70.98% | 7.55% | 1.84% | 12.44% |
Disposal operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian disposal operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown disposal operators have the lowest average salary at $38,316.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,316 |
| White | $41,328 |
| Black or African American | $42,248 |
| Asian | $45,468 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,413 |
Average disposal operator age
See how the average age of disposal operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Disposal operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45 | |
| White | 48 | 43.5 |
| Black or African American | 50 | |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 |
Disposal operator age breakdown
The average age of disposal operators is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the disposal operator population.
Disposal operator age breakdown
| Disposal Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Disposal operator educational attainment
The most common degree for disposal operators is high school diploma, with 36% of disposal operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 30% and bachelor's degree degree at 20%.
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Bachelor's, 30%
- Associate, 20%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Disposal operators by degree level
| Disposal operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Bachelor's | 30% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Disposal operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, disposal operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $45,787 annually. With a Associate degree, disposal operators earn a median annual income of $45,245 compared to $40,794 for disposal operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,794 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,787 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,245 |
Disposal operator employment statistics
Most disposal operators work for a private in the energy industry.
Company size where disposal operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where disposal operators work.
Disposal operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 16% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Disposal operator jobs by company type
Employees with the disposal operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most disposal operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Disposal operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 37% |
| Private | 52% |
| Government | 9% |
Disposal operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for disposal operators are energy, manufacturing and technology.
Disposal operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 20% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Government | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Media | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Agriculture | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
Disposal operator turnover and employment statistics
Disposal operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for disposal operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Disposal operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Disposal operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.49% |
| 2011 | 3.19% |
| 2012 | 2.40% |
| 2013 | 2.30% |
| 2014 | 2.09% |
| 2015 | 1.91% |
| 2016 | 1.70% |
| 2017 | 0.98% |
| 2018 | 1.09% |
| 2019 | 1.23% |
| 2020 | 2.69% |
| 2021 | 1.40% |
Average disposal operator tenure
The average disposal operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 224 disposal operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Disposal operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Disposal operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of disposal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Stationary Engineer Apprentice | 4.19% | 6,712 |
| Disposal Operator | 4.62% | - |
| Refinery Technician | 4.80% | 7,715 |
| Fuel Handler | 10.89% | 27,592 |
Similar disposal operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Stationary Engineer Apprentice | 4.19% | 6,712 |
| Refinery Technician | 4.80% | 7,715 |
| Fuel Handler | 10.89% | 27,592 |
Foreign languages spoken by disposal operators
The most common foreign language among disposal operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Dakota at 25.0% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 25.0%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Dakota, 25.0%
- Portuguese, 25.0%
Disposal operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Dakota | 25.0% |
| Portuguese | 25.0% |