Distribution dispatcher demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution dispatcher gender statistics
36.0% of distribution dispatchers are women and 64.0% of distribution dispatchers are men.
- Male, 64.0%
- Female, 36.0%
Distribution dispatcher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 64.0% |
| Female | 36.0% |
Distribution dispatcher gender pay gap
Women earn 82¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$53,500
Female income
$44,019
Distribution dispatcher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution dispatcher positions over time. Currently, 36.0% of distribution dispatchers are female.
Distribution dispatcher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.48% | 38.52% |
| 2011 | 61.88% | 38.12% |
| 2012 | 60.55% | 39.45% |
| 2013 | 62.52% | 37.48% |
| 2014 | 60.04% | 39.96% |
| 2015 | 63.35% | 36.65% |
| 2016 | 62.45% | 37.55% |
| 2017 | 61.28% | 38.72% |
| 2018 | 67.81% | 32.19% |
| 2019 | 68.56% | 31.44% |
| 2020 | 68.89% | 31.11% |
| 2021 | 63.96% | 36.04% |
Distribution dispatcher related jobs gender ratio
We compared distribution dispatchers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, centrifugal operator and flight information expediter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetician | 3% | 97% |
| Schedule Checker | 10% | 90% |
| Plant Clerk | 14% | 86% |
| Distribution Dispatcher | 64% | 36% |
| Raw Scales Operator | 95% | 5% |
| Flight Information Expediter | 95% | 5% |
| Centrifugal Operator | 96% | 4% |
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Distribution dispatcher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution dispatchers is White, which makes up 62.4% of all distribution dispatchers. Comparatively, 17.5% of distribution dispatchers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.3% of distribution dispatchers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 10.3%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- Asian, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Distribution dispatcher race
| Distribution dispatcher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 10.3% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| Asian | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Distribution dispatcher race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution dispatcher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution dispatcher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.41% | 9.59% | 1.82% | 10.57% |
| 2011 | 72.29% | 11.37% | 1.84% | 11.47% |
| 2012 | 72.43% | 10.81% | 2.40% | 12.06% |
| 2013 | 73.67% | 10.30% | 2.21% | 10.51% |
| 2014 | 71.75% | 11.62% | 1.92% | 12.02% |
| 2015 | 72.03% | 11.76% | 1.89% | 11.94% |
| 2016 | 72.37% | 10.12% | 3.03% | 11.86% |
| 2017 | 72.17% | 9.51% | 2.13% | 13.04% |
| 2018 | 67.67% | 11.06% | 3.56% | 15.37% |
| 2019 | 68.95% | 9.16% | 3.15% | 16.34% |
| 2020 | 63.83% | 10.51% | 3.44% | 17.71% |
| 2021 | 62.40% | 10.27% | 3.85% | 17.51% |
Distribution dispatcher wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $54,325 |
| White | $55,690 |
| Black or African American | $51,665 |
| Asian | $52,540 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,370 |
Average distribution dispatcher age
See how the average age of distribution dispatchers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution dispatcher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 38.5 | 41 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| Black or African American | 46.5 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 36 | 35.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 36.5 |
Distribution dispatcher age breakdown
The average age of distribution dispatchers is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the distribution dispatcher population.
Distribution dispatcher age breakdown
| Distribution Dispatcher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Distribution dispatcher educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 44%
- Associate, 24%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Distribution dispatchers by degree level
| Distribution dispatcher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 44% |
| Associate | 24% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Distribution dispatcher wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $50,936 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,306 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,872 |
Distribution dispatcher employment statistics
Most distribution dispatchers work for a private in the utilities industry.
Company size where distribution dispatchers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution dispatchers work.
Distribution dispatcher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 11% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 40% |
| > 10,000 employees | 28% |
Distribution dispatcher jobs by company type
Employees with the distribution dispatcher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most distribution dispatchers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Distribution dispatcher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 34% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 6% |
Distribution dispatcher jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution dispatchers are utilities, energy and transportation.
Distribution dispatcher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 24% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Energy | 14% |
| Transportation | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Government | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
Distribution dispatcher turnover and employment statistics
Distribution dispatcher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution dispatchers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution dispatcher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution dispatcher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.02% |
| 2011 | 6.93% |
| 2012 | 5.71% |
| 2013 | 5.09% |
| 2014 | 4.22% |
| 2015 | 3.94% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.05% |
| 2018 | 3.49% |
| 2019 | 3.26% |
| 2020 | 4.16% |
| 2021 | 5.61% |
Average distribution dispatcher tenure
The average distribution dispatcher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 133 distribution dispatchers resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution dispatcher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Distribution dispatcher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution dispatchers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sorter Pricer | 6.40% | 18,495 |
| Distribution Dispatcher | 7.39% | - |
| Circular Distributor | 8.26% | 2,618 |
| Window/Distribution Clerk | 10.33% | 74,613 |
| Retort Load Expediter | 10.63% | 609 |
| Machine Room Operator | 11.70% | 82,115 |
| Emergency Vehicle Operator | 17.25% | 49,687 |
Similar distribution dispatcher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Sorter Pricer | 6.40% | 18,495 |
| Circular Distributor | 8.26% | 2,618 |
| Window/Distribution Clerk | 10.33% | 74,613 |
| Retort Load Expediter | 10.63% | 609 |
| Machine Room Operator | 11.70% | 82,115 |
| Emergency Vehicle Operator | 17.25% | 49,687 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution dispatchers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Distribution dispatcher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |