Engine maintenance mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Engine maintenance mechanic gender statistics
3.9% of engine maintenance mechanics are women and 96.1% of engine maintenance mechanics are men.
- Male, 96.1%
- Female, 3.9%
Engine maintenance mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.1% |
| Female | 3.9% |
Engine maintenance mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,482
Female income
$48,363
Engine maintenance mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in engine maintenance mechanic positions over time. Currently, 3.9% of engine maintenance mechanics are female.
Engine maintenance mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.62% | 2.38% |
| 2011 | 97.42% | 2.58% |
| 2012 | 96.88% | 3.12% |
| 2013 | 96.70% | 3.30% |
| 2014 | 97.33% | 2.67% |
| 2015 | 96.75% | 3.25% |
| 2016 | 97.56% | 2.44% |
| 2017 | 96.68% | 3.32% |
| 2018 | 96.72% | 3.28% |
| 2019 | 95.71% | 4.29% |
| 2020 | 96.32% | 3.68% |
| 2021 | 96.13% | 3.87% |
Engine maintenance mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared engine maintenance mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Engine Maintenance Mechanic | 96% | 4% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Engine maintenance mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among engine maintenance mechanics is White, which makes up 60.1% of all engine maintenance mechanics. Comparatively, 19.2% of engine maintenance mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 10.8% of engine maintenance mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 60.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.2%
- Black or African American, 10.8%
- Asian, 4.5%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Engine maintenance mechanic race
| Engine maintenance mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.8% |
| Asian | 4.5% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Engine maintenance mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how engine maintenance mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Engine maintenance mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.31% | 11.63% | 3.22% | 16.42% |
| 2011 | 65.63% | 11.62% | 3.29% | 16.60% |
| 2012 | 65.61% | 11.07% | 3.55% | 16.97% |
| 2013 | 66.62% | 10.70% | 3.33% | 16.70% |
| 2014 | 67.06% | 10.29% | 3.45% | 16.65% |
| 2015 | 66.15% | 10.65% | 3.21% | 17.41% |
| 2016 | 65.21% | 9.93% | 3.46% | 18.28% |
| 2017 | 66.38% | 10.39% | 3.25% | 17.48% |
| 2018 | 66.12% | 10.18% | 3.51% | 17.63% |
| 2019 | 64.81% | 10.14% | 4.02% | 18.13% |
| 2020 | 61.24% | 10.70% | 3.46% | 19.30% |
| 2021 | 60.10% | 10.75% | 4.51% | 19.23% |
Engine maintenance mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, white engine maintenance mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american engine maintenance mechanics have the lowest average salary at $49,679.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,237 |
| White | $53,367 |
| Black or African American | $49,679 |
| Asian | $52,440 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,776 |
Average engine maintenance mechanic age
See how the average age of engine maintenance mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Engine maintenance mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 51 | 38 |
| Unknown | 45 | 50 |
| Asian | 50 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | 46 |
| White | 49 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50 |
Engine maintenance mechanic age breakdown
The average age of engine maintenance mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 70% of the engine maintenance mechanic population.
Engine maintenance mechanic age breakdown
| Engine Maintenance Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 70% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Engine maintenance mechanic educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Associate, 13%
- Diploma, 8%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Engine maintenance mechanics by degree level
| Engine maintenance mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Engine maintenance mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, engine maintenance mechanics with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $55,151 annually. With a Associate degree, engine maintenance mechanics earn a median annual income of $53,735 compared to $50,819 for engine maintenance mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $50,819 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,151 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,735 |
Engine maintenance mechanic employment statistics
Most engine maintenance mechanics work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where engine maintenance mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where engine maintenance mechanics work.
Engine maintenance mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
Engine maintenance mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the engine maintenance mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most engine maintenance mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Engine maintenance mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 34% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 3% |
Engine maintenance mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for engine maintenance mechanics are manufacturing, health care and retail.
Engine maintenance mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Health Care | 9% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Engine maintenance mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Engine maintenance mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for engine maintenance mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Engine maintenance mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Engine maintenance mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.56% |
| 2011 | 6.50% |
| 2012 | 5.56% |
| 2013 | 4.65% |
| 2014 | 3.96% |
| 2015 | 3.77% |
| 2016 | 3.13% |
| 2017 | 3.00% |
| 2018 | 2.08% |
| 2019 | 2.11% |
| 2020 | 3.84% |
| 2021 | 3.43% |
Average engine maintenance mechanic tenure
The average engine maintenance mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 639 engine maintenance mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Engine maintenance mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Engine maintenance mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of engine maintenance mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hvac Mechanic | 1.73% | 73,057 |
| Millwright Helper | 2.00% | 14,794 |
| Engine Maintenance Mechanic | 2.21% | - |
| Time Lock Expert | 3.52% | 8,594 |
| Gas Regulator Repairer | 3.67% | 4,790 |
| Window Air Conditioner Installer | 3.71% | 21,137 |
| Clockmaker Apprentice | 8.86% | 5,779 |
Similar engine maintenance mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hvac Mechanic | 1.73% | 73,057 |
| Millwright Helper | 2.00% | 14,794 |
| Time Lock Expert | 3.52% | 8,594 |
| Gas Regulator Repairer | 3.67% | 4,790 |
| Window Air Conditioner Installer | 3.71% | 21,137 |
| Clockmaker Apprentice | 8.86% | 5,779 |
Foreign languages spoken by engine maintenance mechanics
The most common foreign language among engine maintenance mechanics is Spanish at 37.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hindi at 8.3% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 8.3%.
- Spanish, 37.5%
- Hindi, 8.3%
- Arabic, 8.3%
- German, 4.2%
- Igbo, 4.2%
- Other, 37.5%
Engine maintenance mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 37.5% |
| Hindi | 8.3% |
| Arabic | 8.3% |
| German | 4.2% |
| Igbo | 4.2% |
| Other | 37.5% |
