Distribution engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution engineer gender statistics
11.8% of distribution engineers are women and 88.2% of distribution engineers are men.
- Male, 88.2%
- Female, 11.8%
Distribution engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 88.2% |
| Female | 11.8% |
Distribution engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$76,664
Female income
$70,459
Distribution engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution engineer positions over time. Currently, 11.8% of distribution engineers are female.
Distribution engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 89.83% | 10.17% |
| 2011 | 89.26% | 10.74% |
| 2012 | 89.00% | 11.00% |
| 2013 | 87.65% | 12.35% |
| 2014 | 89.02% | 10.98% |
| 2015 | 89.63% | 10.37% |
| 2016 | 90.28% | 9.72% |
| 2017 | 87.82% | 12.18% |
| 2018 | 86.63% | 13.37% |
| 2019 | 88.90% | 11.10% |
| 2020 | 89.02% | 10.98% |
| 2021 | 88.20% | 11.80% |
Distribution engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared distribution engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Distribution Engineer | 88% | 12% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Distribution engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution engineers is White, which makes up 64.3% of all distribution engineers. Comparatively, 14.3% of distribution engineers are Asian and 11.6% of distribution engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 64.3%
- Asian, 14.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.6%
- Black or African American, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Distribution engineer race
| Distribution engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.3% |
| Asian | 14.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Distribution engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.37% | 5.34% | 15.31% | 9.70% |
| 2011 | 67.45% | 4.94% | 16.41% | 9.67% |
| 2012 | 67.99% | 5.51% | 15.23% | 9.00% |
| 2013 | 69.36% | 4.79% | 15.40% | 8.50% |
| 2014 | 68.32% | 4.66% | 14.95% | 10.09% |
| 2015 | 68.48% | 4.84% | 14.66% | 9.92% |
| 2016 | 68.10% | 4.75% | 15.32% | 9.59% |
| 2017 | 68.01% | 4.82% | 14.80% | 9.76% |
| 2018 | 67.23% | 5.18% | 15.33% | 9.79% |
| 2019 | 68.40% | 4.39% | 15.24% | 9.89% |
| 2020 | 65.37% | 4.06% | 15.25% | 10.78% |
| 2021 | 64.28% | 4.94% | 14.29% | 11.57% |
Distribution engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian distribution engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino distribution engineers have the lowest average salary at $73,549.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $75,074 |
| White | $77,097 |
| Black or African American | $74,185 |
| Asian | $83,854 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $73,549 |
Average distribution engineer age
See how the average age of distribution engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 43 | |
| White | 46 | 37.5 |
| Black or African American | 46 | 54 |
| Asian | 43 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 34.5 |
Distribution engineer age breakdown
The average age of distribution engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the distribution engineer population.
Distribution engineer age breakdown
| Distribution Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Distribution engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for distribution engineers is bachelor's degree, with 80% of distribution engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 8% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 80%
- Associate, 8%
- Master's, 6%
- Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Distribution engineers by degree level
| Distribution engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 80% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Distribution engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, distribution engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $108,852 annually. With a Master's degree, distribution engineers earn a median annual income of $91,438 compared to $74,455 for distribution engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $91,438 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $74,455 |
| Doctorate Degree | $108,852 |
Distribution engineer employment statistics
Most distribution engineers work for a private in the utilities industry.
Company size where distribution engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution engineers work.
Distribution engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 38% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Distribution engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the distribution engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most distribution engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Distribution engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 41% |
| Private | 51% |
| Government | 5% |
Distribution engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution engineers are utilities, energy and professional.
Distribution engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Distribution engineer turnover and employment statistics
Distribution engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.73% |
| 2011 | 4.08% |
| 2012 | 3.85% |
| 2013 | 3.04% |
| 2014 | 3.13% |
| 2015 | 2.11% |
| 2016 | 2.06% |
| 2017 | 2.13% |
| 2018 | 2.03% |
| 2019 | 1.23% |
| 2020 | 2.22% |
| 2021 | 1.69% |
Average distribution engineer tenure
The average distribution engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 391 distribution engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Distribution engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Standards Engineer | 3.67% | 44,996 |
| Wind Energy Engineer | 5.25% | 6,708 |
| Distribution Engineer | 6.39% | - |
| Supersonic Engineer | 7.54% | 4,402 |
| Refinery Process Engineer | 8.92% | 24,593 |
| Forensic Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 5,469 |
| Water Resources Engineer | 12.89% | 38,911 |
Similar distribution engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Standards Engineer | 3.67% | 44,996 |
| Wind Energy Engineer | 5.25% | 6,708 |
| Supersonic Engineer | 7.54% | 4,402 |
| Refinery Process Engineer | 8.92% | 24,593 |
| Forensic Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 5,469 |
| Water Resources Engineer | 12.89% | 38,911 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution engineers
The most common foreign language among distribution engineers is Spanish at 37.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 12.5% and French is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 37.5%
- Portuguese, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
- Persian, 12.5%
- Hindi, 12.5%
- Other, 12.5%
Distribution engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 37.5% |
| Portuguese | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
| Persian | 12.5% |
| Hindi | 12.5% |
| Other | 12.5% |
