Encoder demographics and statistics in the US
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Encoder gender statistics
67.5% of encoders are women and 32.5% of encoders are men.
- Female, 67.5%
- Male, 32.5%
Encoder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 67.5% |
| Male | 32.5% |
Encoder gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,147
Female income
$34,547
Encoder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in encoder positions over time. Currently, 67.5% of encoders are female.
Encoder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.65% | 75.35% |
| 2011 | 26.55% | 73.45% |
| 2012 | 27.97% | 72.03% |
| 2013 | 28.18% | 71.82% |
| 2014 | 28.91% | 71.09% |
| 2015 | 30.79% | 69.21% |
| 2016 | 31.31% | 68.69% |
| 2017 | 31.39% | 68.61% |
| 2018 | 31.81% | 68.19% |
| 2019 | 30.22% | 69.78% |
| 2020 | 31.36% | 68.64% |
| 2021 | 32.53% | 67.47% |
Encoder related jobs gender ratio
We compared encoders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Encoder | 33% | 67% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Encoder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among encoders is White, which makes up 53.9% of all encoders. Comparatively, 23.0% of encoders are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of encoders are Black or African American.
- White, 53.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.0%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 8.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Encoder race
| Encoder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 8.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Encoder race and ethnicity over time
See how encoder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Encoder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.14% | 10.35% | 7.24% | 18.32% |
| 2011 | 61.05% | 11.36% | 7.39% | 17.74% |
| 2012 | 61.36% | 10.45% | 7.02% | 18.42% |
| 2013 | 60.90% | 10.55% | 7.22% | 18.69% |
| 2014 | 59.58% | 11.20% | 8.19% | 18.47% |
| 2015 | 59.34% | 11.27% | 7.98% | 18.67% |
| 2016 | 60.06% | 10.00% | 8.30% | 19.13% |
| 2017 | 60.40% | 9.26% | 7.53% | 19.72% |
| 2018 | 59.08% | 9.06% | 7.82% | 21.17% |
| 2019 | 57.79% | 10.47% | 8.81% | 20.15% |
| 2020 | 55.58% | 9.91% | 10.04% | 20.10% |
| 2021 | 53.94% | 9.41% | 8.93% | 22.98% |
Encoder wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american encoders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown encoders have the lowest average salary at $34,381.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,381 |
| White | $35,352 |
| Black or African American | $35,721 |
| Asian | $35,041 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,252 |
Average encoder age
See how the average age of encoders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Encoder age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 32 | 41 |
| White | 37 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 45 |
| Asian | 37 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32 | 39 |
Encoder age breakdown
The average age of encoders is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the encoder population.
Encoder age breakdown
| Encoder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Encoder educational attainment
The most common degree for encoders is bachelor's degree, with 49% of encoders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 22% and high school diploma degree at 17%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- High School Diploma, 22%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Encoders by degree level
| Encoder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| High School Diploma | 22% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Encoder wage gap by degree level
According to the data, encoders with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $36,885 annually. With a Master's degree, encoders earn a median annual income of $36,669 compared to $35,047 for encoders with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $36,669 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,047 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,885 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,830 |
Encoder employment statistics
Most encoders work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where encoders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where encoders work.
Encoder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Encoder jobs by company type
Employees with the encoder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most encoders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Encoder jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 36% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 1% |
Encoder jobs by industry
The most common industries for encoders are finance, technology and professional.
Encoder industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 31% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Government | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Encoder turnover and employment statistics
Encoder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for encoders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Encoder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Encoder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.15% |
| 2011 | 11.69% |
| 2012 | 10.64% |
| 2013 | 10.06% |
| 2014 | 8.63% |
| 2015 | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 6.29% |
| 2017 | 6.00% |
| 2018 | 5.35% |
| 2019 | 5.49% |
| 2020 | 7.37% |
| 2021 | 8.42% |
Average encoder tenure
The average encoder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,752 encoders resumes in Zippia's database.
Encoder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Encoder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of encoders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 4.67% | - |
| Animal Hospital Clerk | 5.99% | 70,481 |
| Braille Transcriber | 6.98% | 232 |
| Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 80,560 |
| Claims Administrator | 11.18% | 59,006 |
| Crime Data Specialist | 11.19% | 68,456 |
| Copy Operator | 14.20% | 30,241 |
Similar encoder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Hospital Clerk | 5.99% | 70,481 |
| Braille Transcriber | 6.98% | 232 |
| Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 80,560 |
| Claims Administrator | 11.18% | 59,006 |
| Crime Data Specialist | 11.19% | 68,456 |
| Copy Operator | 14.20% | 30,241 |
Foreign languages spoken by encoders
The most common foreign language among encoders is Spanish at 64.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Tagalog at 8.3% and Filipino is the third-most popular at 4.2%.
- Spanish, 64.6%
- Tagalog, 8.3%
- Filipino, 4.2%
- Vietnamese, 4.2%
- French, 4.2%
- Other, 14.5%
Encoder languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.6% |
| Tagalog | 8.3% |
| Filipino | 4.2% |
| Vietnamese | 4.2% |
| French | 4.2% |
| Other | 14.5% |
