Distribution system operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution system operator demographics by:
Distribution system operator gender statistics
12.9% of distribution system operators are women and 87.1% of distribution system operators are men.
- Male, 87.1%
- Female, 12.9%
Distribution system operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 87.1% |
| Female | 12.9% |
Distribution system operator gender pay gap
Women earn $1.04 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$59,928
Female income
$62,552
Distribution system operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution system operator positions over time. Currently, 12.9% of distribution system operators are female.
Distribution system operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 85.47% | 14.53% |
| 2011 | 86.46% | 13.54% |
| 2012 | 87.34% | 12.66% |
| 2013 | 88.96% | 11.04% |
| 2014 | 85.01% | 14.99% |
| 2015 | 85.86% | 14.14% |
| 2016 | 87.79% | 12.21% |
| 2017 | 85.48% | 14.52% |
| 2018 | 82.62% | 17.38% |
| 2019 | 83.84% | 16.16% |
| 2020 | 80.15% | 19.85% |
| 2021 | 87.12% | 12.88% |
Distribution system operator related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Distribution System Operator | 87% | 13% |
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Distribution system operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution system operators is White, which makes up 70.6% of all distribution system operators. Comparatively, 12.6% of distribution system operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.7% of distribution system operators are Black or African American.
- White, 70.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.6%
- Black or African American, 7.7%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.7%
- Asian, 1.8%
Distribution system operator race
| Distribution system operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.6% |
| Black or African American | 7.7% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.7% |
| Asian | 1.8% |
Distribution system operator race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution system operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution system operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.62% | 10.12% | 0.60% | 10.99% |
| 2011 | 73.84% | 10.51% | 1.12% | 10.11% |
| 2012 | 75.30% | 9.02% | 1.54% | 10.29% |
| 2013 | 73.16% | 9.76% | 1.19% | 10.67% |
| 2014 | 74.53% | 8.79% | 1.41% | 11.71% |
| 2015 | 73.65% | 7.75% | 1.84% | 12.03% |
| 2016 | 73.23% | 9.49% | 1.75% | 11.80% |
| 2017 | 75.33% | 8.41% | 1.47% | 11.05% |
| 2018 | 76.53% | 8.01% | 1.49% | 10.06% |
| 2019 | 76.24% | 7.73% | 1.17% | 10.47% |
| 2020 | 71.26% | 7.23% | 2.15% | 11.42% |
| 2021 | 70.63% | 7.74% | 1.84% | 12.57% |
Distribution system operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian distribution system operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown distribution system operators have the lowest average salary at $50,913.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,913 |
| White | $59,454 |
| Black or African American | $62,197 |
| Asian | $72,299 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $56,786 |
Average distribution system operator age
See how the average age of distribution system operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution system 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 |
Distribution system operator age breakdown
The average age of distribution system operators is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the distribution system operator population.
Distribution system operator age breakdown
| Distribution System Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Distribution system operator educational attainment
The most common degree for distribution system operators is associate degree, with 37% of distribution system operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 36% and bachelor's degree degree at 17%.
- Associate, 37%
- Bachelor's, 36%
- High School Diploma, 17%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Distribution system operators by degree level
| Distribution system operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 37% |
| Bachelor's | 36% |
| High School Diploma | 17% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Distribution system operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, distribution system operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $73,342 annually. With a Associate degree, distribution system operators earn a median annual income of $71,573 compared to $57,890 for distribution system operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $57,890 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,342 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $71,573 |
Distribution system operator employment statistics
Most distribution system operators work for a private in the utilities industry.
Company size where distribution system operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution system operators work.
Distribution system operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Distribution system operator jobs by company type
Employees with the distribution system operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most distribution system operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Distribution system operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 34% |
| Private | 49% |
| Government | 16% |
Distribution system operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution system operators are utilities, government and energy.
Distribution system operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 24% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Government | 12% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Distribution system operator turnover and employment statistics
Distribution system operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution system operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution system operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution system 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 distribution system operator tenure
The average distribution system operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 531 distribution system operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution system operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Distribution system operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution system 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Boiler Operator | 4.19% | 26,234 |
| Distribution System Operator | 4.62% | - |
| Power Reactor Operator | 4.80% | 28,448 |
| Fill Plant Operator | 10.89% | 38,865 |
Similar distribution system operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Boiler Operator | 4.19% | 26,234 |
| Power Reactor Operator | 4.80% | 28,448 |
| Fill Plant Operator | 10.89% | 38,865 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution system operators
The most common foreign language among distribution system operators is Spanish at 54.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Comanche at 9.1% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 54.5%
- Comanche, 9.1%
- Chinese, 9.1%
- Hebrew, 9.1%
- Mandarin, 9.1%
- Other, 9.1%
Distribution system operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.5% |
| Comanche | 9.1% |
| Chinese | 9.1% |
| Hebrew | 9.1% |
| Mandarin | 9.1% |
| Other | 9.1% |
