Engineering programmer demographics and statistics in the US
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Engineering programmer gender statistics
16.8% of engineering programmers are women and 83.2% of engineering programmers are men.
- Male, 83.2%
- Female, 16.8%
Engineering programmer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 83.2% |
| Female | 16.8% |
Engineering programmer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$95,135
Female income
$87,572
Engineering programmer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in engineering programmer positions over time. Currently, 16.8% of engineering programmers are female.
Engineering programmer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.42% | 20.58% |
| 2011 | 79.38% | 20.62% |
| 2012 | 79.91% | 20.09% |
| 2013 | 81.67% | 18.33% |
| 2014 | 81.26% | 18.74% |
| 2015 | 80.58% | 19.42% |
| 2016 | 81.26% | 18.74% |
| 2017 | 81.47% | 18.53% |
| 2018 | 80.92% | 19.08% |
| 2019 | 81.40% | 18.60% |
| 2020 | 82.65% | 17.35% |
| 2021 | 83.22% | 16.78% |
Engineering programmer related jobs gender ratio
We compared engineering programmers 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% |
| Engineering Programmer | 83% | 17% |
| Senior Data Center Engineer | 98% | 2% |
| Software Applications Architect | 98% | 2% |
| Dell Certified Systems Expert | 99% | 1% |
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Engineering programmer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among engineering programmers is White, which makes up 66.1% of all engineering programmers. Comparatively, 14.9% of engineering programmers are Asian and 9.0% of engineering programmers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 66.1%
- Asian, 14.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.0%
- Black or African American, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Engineering programmer race
| Engineering programmer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.1% |
| Asian | 14.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.0% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Engineering programmer race and ethnicity over time
See how engineering programmer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Engineering programmer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.45% | 4.87% | 14.58% | 6.79% |
| 2011 | 72.04% | 5.04% | 13.64% | 7.12% |
| 2012 | 71.74% | 4.99% | 13.59% | 7.29% |
| 2013 | 70.82% | 5.28% | 14.05% | 7.17% |
| 2014 | 70.63% | 4.73% | 15.13% | 6.93% |
| 2015 | 68.97% | 5.14% | 16.09% | 7.12% |
| 2016 | 67.90% | 5.25% | 16.46% | 7.79% |
| 2017 | 68.20% | 4.50% | 16.00% | 8.80% |
| 2018 | 69.13% | 4.93% | 15.85% | 7.52% |
| 2019 | 69.36% | 4.61% | 15.14% | 8.17% |
| 2020 | 66.08% | 5.22% | 14.96% | 8.65% |
| 2021 | 66.08% | 5.09% | 14.94% | 8.99% |
Engineering programmer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian engineering programmers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american engineering programmers have the lowest average salary at $92,596.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $93,247 |
| White | $95,464 |
| Black or African American | $92,596 |
| Asian | $101,634 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $93,026 |
Average engineering programmer age
See how the average age of engineering programmers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Engineering programmer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45.5 | 52 |
| White | 49 | 51 |
| Black or African American | 43 | 42 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Engineering programmer age breakdown
The average age of engineering programmers is 40+ years years old, representing 72% of the engineering programmer population.
Engineering programmer age breakdown
| Engineering Programmer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Engineering programmer educational attainment
The most common degree for engineering programmers is bachelor's degree, with 64% of engineering programmers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 14%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Engineering programmers by degree level
| Engineering programmer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 14% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Engineering programmer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, engineering programmers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $107,543 annually. With a Master's degree, engineering programmers earn a median annual income of $104,448 compared to $99,569 for engineering programmers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $104,448 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $99,569 |
| Doctorate Degree | $107,543 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $85,933 |
Engineering programmer employment statistics
Most engineering programmers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where engineering programmers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where engineering programmers work.
Engineering programmer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 21% |
Engineering programmer jobs by company type
Employees with the engineering programmer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most engineering programmers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Engineering programmer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 4% |
Engineering programmer jobs by industry
The most common industries for engineering programmers are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Engineering programmer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 24% |
| Manufacturing | 15% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Media | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Engineering programmer turnover and employment statistics
Engineering programmer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for engineering programmers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Engineering programmer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Engineering programmer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.66% |
| 2011 | 4.88% |
| 2012 | 4.01% |
| 2013 | 3.44% |
| 2014 | 3.52% |
| 2015 | 2.74% |
| 2016 | 2.92% |
| 2017 | 3.10% |
| 2018 | 2.78% |
| 2019 | 3.35% |
| 2020 | 3.32% |
| 2021 | 3.49% |
Average engineering programmer tenure
The average engineering programmer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 505 engineering programmers resumes in Zippia's database.
Engineering programmer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Engineering programmer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of engineering programmers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Communications Distribution Designer | 7.31% | 69,232 |
| Build-Release Engineer | 8.46% | 254,034 |
| Senior Information Security Engineer | 8.59% | 119,962 |
| Network Control Specialist | 9.03% | 54,989 |
| Consultant-Software Tester | 10.54% | 134,996 |
| Engineering Programmer | 10.69% | - |
| Computer Technician Student | 10.88% | 54,232 |
Similar engineering programmer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Communications Distribution Designer | 7.31% | 69,232 |
| Build-Release Engineer | 8.46% | 254,034 |
| Senior Information Security Engineer | 8.59% | 119,962 |
| Network Control Specialist | 9.03% | 54,989 |
| Consultant-Software Tester | 10.54% | 134,996 |
| Computer Technician Student | 10.88% | 54,232 |
Foreign languages spoken by engineering programmers
The most common foreign language among engineering programmers is Russian at 26.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 15.8% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 10.5%.
- Russian, 26.3%
- Spanish, 15.8%
- Japanese, 10.5%
- Chinese, 5.3%
- Ukrainian, 5.3%
- Other, 36.8%
Engineering programmer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Russian | 26.3% |
| Spanish | 15.8% |
| Japanese | 10.5% |
| Chinese | 5.3% |
| Ukrainian | 5.3% |
| Other | 36.8% |
