Encoding machine operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Encoding machine operator gender statistics
57.7% of encoding machine operators are women and 42.3% of encoding machine operators are men.
- Female, 57.7%
- Male, 42.3%
Encoding machine operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 57.7% |
| Male | 42.3% |
Encoding machine operator gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$30,126
Female income
$28,975
Encoding machine operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in encoding machine operator positions over time. Currently, 57.7% of encoding machine operators are female.
Encoding machine operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19.78% | 80.22% |
| 2011 | 20.90% | 79.10% |
| 2012 | 19.81% | 80.19% |
| 2013 | 21.20% | 78.80% |
| 2014 | 21.48% | 78.52% |
| 2015 | 19.61% | 80.39% |
| 2016 | 20.60% | 79.40% |
| 2017 | 23.25% | 76.75% |
| 2018 | 42.13% | 57.87% |
| 2019 | 39.78% | 60.22% |
| 2020 | 42.95% | 57.05% |
| 2021 | 42.33% | 57.67% |
Encoding machine operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared encoding machine operators 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% |
| Encoding Machine Operator | 42% | 58% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Encoding machine operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among encoding machine operators is White, which makes up 63.8% of all encoding machine operators. Comparatively, 12.3% of encoding machine operators are Asian and 9.9% of encoding machine operators are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 63.8%
- Asian, 12.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.9%
- Black or African American, 8.6%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Encoding machine operator race
| Encoding machine operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.8% |
| Asian | 12.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Encoding machine operator race and ethnicity over time
See how encoding machine operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Encoding machine operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.78% | 10.52% | 5.87% | 7.88% |
| 2011 | 74.43% | 11.10% | 4.20% | 7.98% |
| 2012 | 71.73% | 11.83% | 5.43% | 8.73% |
| 2013 | 70.23% | 12.13% | 6.03% | 8.79% |
| 2014 | 72.66% | 8.61% | 6.05% | 10.12% |
| 2015 | 70.33% | 10.25% | 6.55% | 10.08% |
| 2016 | 68.81% | 10.85% | 6.53% | 10.85% |
| 2017 | 69.45% | 10.26% | 6.29% | 10.93% |
| 2018 | 69.09% | 7.92% | 11.69% | 8.14% |
| 2019 | 68.17% | 8.49% | 11.66% | 8.86% |
| 2020 | 63.99% | 8.46% | 12.15% | 10.39% |
| 2021 | 63.75% | 8.59% | 12.32% | 9.87% |
Encoding machine operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian encoding machine operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino encoding machine operators have the lowest average salary at $29,485.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,506 |
| White | $29,912 |
| Black or African American | $29,707 |
| Asian | $32,097 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,485 |
Average encoding machine operator age
See how the average age of encoding machine operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Encoding machine operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 42 |
| Unknown | 41 | 41 |
| Asian | 42 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40.5 |
| White | 44 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36 | 42 |
Encoding machine operator age breakdown
The average age of encoding machine operators is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the encoding machine operator population.
Encoding machine operator age breakdown
| Encoding Machine Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Encoding machine operator educational attainment
The most common degree for encoding machine operators is bachelor's degree, with 40% of encoding machine operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 31% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 40%
- Associate, 31%
- High School Diploma, 15%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Encoding machine operators by degree level
| Encoding machine operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 40% |
| Associate | 31% |
| High School Diploma | 15% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Encoding machine operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, encoding machine operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $33,552 annually. With a Doctorate degree, encoding machine operators earn a median annual income of $32,787 compared to $31,378 for encoding machine operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $33,552 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $27,945 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,378 |
| Doctorate Degree | $32,787 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $27,854 |
Encoding machine operator employment statistics
Company size where encoding machine operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where encoding machine operators work.
Encoding machine operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 3% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 15% |
| > 10,000 employees | 47% |
Encoding machine operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for encoding machine operators are finance, media and professional.
Encoding machine operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 26% |
| Fortune 500 | 26% |
| Media | 12% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
Encoding machine operator turnover and employment statistics
Encoding machine operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for encoding machine operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Encoding machine operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Encoding machine operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.49% |
| 2011 | 8.75% |
| 2012 | 6.38% |
| 2013 | 7.50% |
| 2014 | 5.73% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 3.46% |
| 2017 | 3.72% |
| 2018 | 2.51% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.82% |
| 2021 | 3.65% |
Average encoding machine operator tenure
The average encoding machine operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 181 encoding machine operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Encoding machine operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Encoding machine operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of encoding machine 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photocomposition Keyboard Operator | 4.67% | 25,659 |
| Office Assistant/File Clerk | 5.99% | 120,542 |
| Trust Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 81,028 |
| Encoding Machine Operator | 10.21% | - |
| Commercial Lines Assistant | 11.18% | 29,162 |
| Actuarial Assistant | 11.19% | 2,383 |
| Microfilm Operator | 14.20% | 29,525 |
Similar encoding machine operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Photocomposition Keyboard Operator | 4.67% | 25,659 |
| Office Assistant/File Clerk | 5.99% | 120,542 |
| Trust Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 81,028 |
| Commercial Lines Assistant | 11.18% | 29,162 |
| Actuarial Assistant | 11.19% | 2,383 |
| Microfilm Operator | 14.20% | 29,525 |
Foreign languages spoken by encoding machine operators
The most common foreign language among encoding machine operators is Spanish at 60.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 20.0% and Cantonese is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Spanish, 60.0%
- Chinese, 20.0%
- Cantonese, 20.0%
Encoding machine operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.0% |
| Chinese | 20.0% |
| Cantonese | 20.0% |