Embedded systems engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Embedded systems engineer gender statistics
9.3% of embedded systems engineers are women and 90.7% of embedded systems engineers are men.
- Male, 90.7%
- Female, 9.3%
Embedded systems engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.7% |
| Female | 9.3% |
Embedded systems engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$90,099
Female income
$84,903
Embedded systems engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in embedded systems engineer positions over time. Currently, 9.3% of embedded systems engineers are female.
Embedded systems engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 89.32% | 10.68% |
| 2011 | 89.19% | 10.81% |
| 2012 | 89.92% | 10.08% |
| 2013 | 89.86% | 10.14% |
| 2014 | 90.44% | 9.56% |
| 2015 | 90.29% | 9.71% |
| 2016 | 91.09% | 8.91% |
| 2017 | 90.82% | 9.18% |
| 2018 | 90.84% | 9.16% |
| 2019 | 90.70% | 9.30% |
| 2020 | 90.67% | 9.33% |
| 2021 | 90.72% | 9.28% |
Embedded systems engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared embedded systems engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dell certified systems expert and software applications architect have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Informatics Nurse Specialist | 13% | 87% |
| Clinical Support Specialist | 22% | 78% |
| Clinic Administrator | 23% | 77% |
| Embedded Systems Engineer | 91% | 9% |
| Senior Data Center Engineer | 98% | 2% |
| Software Applications Architect | 98% | 2% |
| Dell Certified Systems Expert | 99% | 1% |
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Embedded systems engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among embedded systems engineers is White, which makes up 51.4% of all embedded systems engineers. Comparatively, 30.6% of embedded systems engineers are Asian and 8.4% of embedded systems engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 51.4%
- Asian, 30.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.4%
- Unknown, 4.8%
- Black or African American, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Embedded systems engineer race
| Embedded systems engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.4% |
| Asian | 30.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 4.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Embedded systems engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how embedded systems engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Embedded systems engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.51% | 5.69% | 26.39% | 5.90% |
| 2011 | 59.97% | 5.92% | 25.89% | 5.61% |
| 2012 | 58.88% | 5.45% | 27.27% | 6.05% |
| 2013 | 59.27% | 4.98% | 27.09% | 5.87% |
| 2014 | 58.15% | 5.49% | 27.73% | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 57.32% | 5.30% | 27.86% | 6.57% |
| 2016 | 56.82% | 5.29% | 28.57% | 6.57% |
| 2017 | 55.40% | 5.16% | 29.12% | 6.93% |
| 2018 | 56.05% | 5.02% | 28.34% | 7.55% |
| 2019 | 55.22% | 5.11% | 29.54% | 7.17% |
| 2020 | 53.42% | 4.85% | 29.30% | 7.99% |
| 2021 | 51.40% | 4.61% | 30.60% | 8.37% |
Embedded systems engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian embedded systems engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american embedded systems engineers have the lowest average salary at $87,104.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $90,630 |
| White | $90,392 |
| Black or African American | $87,104 |
| Asian | $94,408 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $88,135 |
Average embedded systems engineer age
See how the average age of embedded systems engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Embedded systems engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 37 | 46 |
| Unknown | 37 | 34 |
| Asian | 38 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 34 |
| White | 39 | 40 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Embedded systems engineer age breakdown
The average age of embedded systems engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 45% of the embedded systems engineer population.
Embedded systems engineer age breakdown
| Embedded Systems Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 45% |
| 30-40 years | 36% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Embedded systems engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for embedded systems engineers is bachelor's degree, with 68% of embedded systems engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 26% and master's degree degree at 3%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Master's, 26%
- Associate, 3%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Embedded systems engineers by degree level
| Embedded systems engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Master's | 26% |
| Associate | 3% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Embedded systems engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, embedded systems engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $104,025 annually. With a Master's degree, embedded systems engineers earn a median annual income of $97,412 compared to $90,372 for embedded systems engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $97,412 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $90,372 |
| Doctorate Degree | $104,025 |
Embedded systems engineer employment statistics
Most embedded systems engineers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where embedded systems engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where embedded systems engineers work.
Embedded systems engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Embedded systems engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the embedded systems engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most embedded systems engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Embedded systems engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 0% |
Embedded systems engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for embedded systems engineers are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Embedded systems engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 27% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Start-up | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Embedded systems engineer turnover and employment statistics
Embedded systems engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for embedded systems engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Embedded systems engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Embedded systems engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.56% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 2.64% |
| 2013 | 2.67% |
| 2014 | 2.07% |
| 2015 | 2.26% |
| 2016 | 2.33% |
| 2017 | 2.17% |
| 2018 | 1.80% |
| 2019 | 1.88% |
| 2020 | 2.40% |
| 2021 | 2.07% |
Average embedded systems engineer tenure
The average embedded systems engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 717 embedded systems engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Embedded systems engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Embedded systems engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of embedded systems 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications Analyst | 7.31% | 10,486 |
| Scientific Systems Analyst | 8.42% | 69,768 |
| Embedded Systems Engineer | 8.46% | - |
| Securities Consultant | 8.59% | 27,296 |
| Network Supervisor | 9.03% | 26,515 |
| Senior Tester | 10.54% | 36,535 |
| Operations Support Representative | 10.88% | 132,697 |
Similar embedded systems engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications Analyst | 7.31% | 10,486 |
| Scientific Systems Analyst | 8.42% | 69,768 |
| Securities Consultant | 8.59% | 27,296 |
| Network Supervisor | 9.03% | 26,515 |
| Senior Tester | 10.54% | 36,535 |
| Operations Support Representative | 10.88% | 132,697 |
Foreign languages spoken by embedded systems engineers
The most common foreign language among embedded systems engineers is Mandarin at 20.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 12.0% and French is the third-most popular at 12.0%.
- Mandarin, 20.0%
- Chinese, 12.0%
- French, 12.0%
- Carrier, 12.0%
- Spanish, 8.0%
- Other, 36.0%
Embedded systems engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Mandarin | 20.0% |
| Chinese | 12.0% |
| French | 12.0% |
| Carrier | 12.0% |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| Other | 36.0% |
