Dock builder demographics and statistics in the US
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Dock builder gender statistics
2.3% of dock builders are women and 97.7% of dock builders are men.
- Male, 97.7%
- Female, 2.3%
Dock builder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 97.7% |
| Female | 2.3% |
Dock builder gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,223
Female income
$34,170
Dock builder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dock builder positions over time. Currently, 2.3% of dock builders are female.
Dock builder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.73% | 2.27% |
| 2011 | 98.29% | 1.71% |
| 2012 | 97.80% | 2.20% |
| 2013 | 98.10% | 1.90% |
| 2014 | 97.46% | 2.54% |
| 2015 | 97.80% | 2.20% |
| 2016 | 97.24% | 2.76% |
| 2017 | 96.76% | 3.24% |
| 2018 | 97.05% | 2.95% |
| 2019 | 97.27% | 2.73% |
| 2020 | 97.25% | 2.75% |
| 2021 | 97.66% | 2.34% |
Dock builder related jobs gender ratio
We compared dock builders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
| Dock Builder | 98% | 2% |
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Dock builder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dock builders is White, which makes up 62.3% of all dock builders. Comparatively, 23.3% of dock builders are Hispanic or Latino and 7.0% of dock builders are Black or African American.
- White, 62.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.3%
- Black or African American, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Asian, 1.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Dock builder race
| Dock builder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Asian | 1.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Dock builder race and ethnicity over time
See how dock builder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dock builder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.34% | 7.35% | 1.57% | 17.62% |
| 2011 | 69.54% | 7.74% | 1.56% | 17.61% |
| 2012 | 69.35% | 7.73% | 1.68% | 17.48% |
| 2013 | 68.89% | 7.10% | 1.57% | 18.74% |
| 2014 | 68.05% | 7.45% | 1.48% | 19.79% |
| 2015 | 67.74% | 7.25% | 1.74% | 19.92% |
| 2016 | 66.61% | 7.31% | 1.59% | 20.86% |
| 2017 | 65.18% | 7.65% | 1.57% | 21.93% |
| 2018 | 65.79% | 6.52% | 1.72% | 22.68% |
| 2019 | 67.23% | 6.62% | 1.76% | 21.14% |
| 2020 | 65.24% | 7.45% | 1.72% | 20.22% |
| 2021 | 62.31% | 7.01% | 1.59% | 23.35% |
Dock builder wage gap by race
According to our data, asian dock builders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dock builders have the lowest average salary at $32,595.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,714 |
| White | $35,230 |
| Black or African American | $32,595 |
| Asian | $35,428 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,239 |
Average dock builder age
See how the average age of dock builders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Dock builder age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | |
| Unknown | 41 | |
| Asian | 39.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 37 |
| White | 43 | 40 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 45.5 |
Dock builder age breakdown
The average age of dock builders is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the dock builder population.
Dock builder age breakdown
| Dock Builder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Dock builder educational attainment
The most common degree for dock builders is high school diploma, with 47% of dock builders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 17% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 47%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 15%
- Bachelor's, 14%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Dock builders by degree level
| Dock builder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 47% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Bachelor's | 14% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Dock builder wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dock builders with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $35,282 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, dock builders earn a median annual income of $34,374 compared to $33,624 for dock builders with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,624 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,374 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,282 |
Dock builder employment statistics
Most dock builders work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where dock builders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dock builders work.
Dock builder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 34% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Dock builder jobs by company type
Employees with the dock builder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dock builders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Dock builder jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 9% |
| Private | 84% |
| Government | 6% |
Dock builder jobs by industry
The most common industries for dock builders are construction, manufacturing and technology.
Dock builder industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 25% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
| Real Estate | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
Dock builder turnover and employment statistics
Dock builder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dock builders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dock builder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dock builder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20.96% |
| 2011 | 18.39% |
| 2012 | 15.75% |
| 2013 | 12.57% |
| 2014 | 9.77% |
| 2015 | 8.13% |
| 2016 | 7.33% |
| 2017 | 6.28% |
| 2018 | 5.26% |
| 2019 | 5.00% |
| 2020 | 8.80% |
| 2021 | 7.82% |
Average dock builder tenure
The average dock builder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 197 dock builders resumes in Zippia's database.
Dock builder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Dock builder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dock builders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Top Liner | 1.40% | 336 |
| Drywall Mechanic | 1.75% | 33,473 |
| Steel Post Installer | 2.24% | 19,171 |
| Dock Builder | 2.31% | - |
| Licensed Electrician | 2.76% | 25,286 |
| Floor Scraper | 3.39% | 16,298 |
| Fabric Worker | 4.07% | 20,117 |
Similar dock builder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Top Liner | 1.40% | 336 |
| Drywall Mechanic | 1.75% | 33,473 |
| Steel Post Installer | 2.24% | 19,171 |
| Licensed Electrician | 2.76% | 25,286 |
| Floor Scraper | 3.39% | 16,298 |
| Fabric Worker | 4.07% | 20,117 |
Foreign languages spoken by dock builders
- Spanish, 100.0%
Dock builder languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |