Dock operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Dock operator gender statistics
6.7% of dock operators are women and 93.3% of dock operators are men.
- Male, 93.3%
- Female, 6.7%
Dock operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.3% |
| Female | 6.7% |
Dock operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,792
Female income
$40,390
Dock operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dock operator positions over time. Currently, 6.7% of dock operators are female.
Dock operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.44% | 6.56% |
| 2011 | 93.23% | 6.77% |
| 2012 | 94.14% | 5.86% |
| 2013 | 94.30% | 5.70% |
| 2014 | 93.93% | 6.07% |
| 2015 | 94.70% | 5.30% |
| 2016 | 94.15% | 5.85% |
| 2017 | 93.25% | 6.75% |
| 2018 | 93.14% | 6.86% |
| 2019 | 93.80% | 6.20% |
| 2020 | 93.01% | 6.99% |
| 2021 | 93.33% | 6.67% |
Dock operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared dock operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Dock Operator | 93% | 7% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Dock operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dock operators is White, which makes up 53.6% of all dock operators. Comparatively, 20.8% of dock operators are Hispanic or Latino and 17.7% of dock operators are Black or African American.
- White, 53.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.8%
- Black or African American, 17.7%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Dock operator race
| Dock operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.8% |
| Black or African American | 17.7% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Dock operator race and ethnicity over time
See how dock operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dock operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.35% | 17.88% | 2.53% | 18.59% |
| 2011 | 57.07% | 17.84% | 2.50% | 20.08% |
| 2012 | 57.73% | 17.58% | 2.43% | 19.61% |
| 2013 | 57.35% | 17.27% | 2.61% | 19.97% |
| 2014 | 57.28% | 17.11% | 2.87% | 19.80% |
| 2015 | 58.74% | 15.83% | 2.49% | 20.23% |
| 2016 | 56.18% | 18.67% | 2.39% | 20.04% |
| 2017 | 57.72% | 16.64% | 2.58% | 20.30% |
| 2018 | 56.23% | 17.31% | 3.01% | 20.40% |
| 2019 | 59.16% | 15.94% | 2.66% | 19.17% |
| 2020 | 53.95% | 17.96% | 2.92% | 19.61% |
| 2021 | 53.60% | 17.66% | 2.63% | 20.79% |
Dock operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian dock operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dock operators have the lowest average salary at $39,924.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,848 |
| White | $40,821 |
| Black or African American | $39,924 |
| Asian | $41,708 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,682 |
Average dock operator age
See how the average age of dock operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Dock operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Dock operator age breakdown
The average age of dock operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the dock operator population.
Dock operator age breakdown
| Dock Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Dock operator educational attainment
The most common degree for dock operators is high school diploma, with 45% of dock operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 20% and bachelor's degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Bachelor's, 20%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Dock operators by degree level
| Dock operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Bachelor's | 20% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Dock operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dock operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $41,666 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, dock operators earn a median annual income of $40,881 compared to $40,809 for dock operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,881 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,809 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,666 |
Dock operator employment statistics
Most dock operators work for a private in the transportation industry.
Company size where dock operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dock operators work.
Dock operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Dock operator jobs by company type
Employees with the dock operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dock operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Dock operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 62% |
| Government | 2% |
Dock operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for dock operators are transportation, manufacturing and retail.
Dock operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
Dock operator turnover and employment statistics
Dock operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dock operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dock operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dock operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average dock operator tenure
The average dock operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 595 dock operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Dock operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Dock operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dock 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mold Shaker | 1.94% | 751 |
| Dock Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Smoking Pipes Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,480 |
| Cart Pusher | 4.67% | 1,267 |
| Grocery Store Bagger | 6.68% | 25,402 |
| Screen Printing Loader-Unloader | 10.43% | 10,618 |
Similar dock operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mold Shaker | 1.94% | 751 |
| Residential Collections | 4.13% | 10,631 |
| Smoking Pipes Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,480 |
| Cart Pusher | 4.67% | 1,267 |
| Grocery Store Bagger | 6.68% | 25,402 |
| Screen Printing Loader-Unloader | 10.43% | 10,618 |
Foreign languages spoken by dock operators
The most common foreign language among dock operators is Spanish at 77.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Dakota at 11.1% and Somali is the third-most popular at 11.1%.
- Spanish, 77.8%
- Dakota, 11.1%
- Somali, 11.1%
Dock operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 77.8% |
| Dakota | 11.1% |
| Somali | 11.1% |
