Ergonomics technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Ergonomics technician gender statistics
35.0% of ergonomics technicians are women and 65.0% of ergonomics technicians are men.
- Male, 65.0%
- Female, 35.0%
Ergonomics technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 65.0% |
| Female | 35.0% |
Ergonomics technician gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,414
Female income
$41,347
Ergonomics technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ergonomics technician positions over time. Currently, 35.0% of ergonomics technicians are female.
Ergonomics technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50.73% | 49.27% |
| 2011 | 50.16% | 49.84% |
| 2012 | 52.47% | 47.53% |
| 2013 | 56.18% | 43.82% |
| 2014 | 50.30% | 49.70% |
| 2015 | 48.86% | 51.14% |
| 2016 | 45.80% | 54.20% |
| 2017 | 41.35% | 58.65% |
| 2018 | 65.20% | 34.80% |
| 2019 | 61.82% | 38.18% |
| 2020 | 62.73% | 37.27% |
| 2021 | 65.00% | 35.00% |
Ergonomics technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared ergonomics technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, certified industrial hygienist and chief safety officer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Midwife | 7% | 93% |
| Genetic Counselor | 12% | 88% |
| Utilization Review Coordinator | 17% | 83% |
| Ergonomics Technician | 65% | 35% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Ergonomics technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ergonomics technicians is White, which makes up 70.5% of all ergonomics technicians. Comparatively, 10.8% of ergonomics technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 6.5% of ergonomics technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 70.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.8%
- Black or African American, 6.5%
- Unknown, 6.0%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Ergonomics technician race
| Ergonomics technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.8% |
| Black or African American | 6.5% |
| Unknown | 6.0% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Ergonomics technician race and ethnicity over time
See how ergonomics technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ergonomics technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.75% | 6.47% | 3.65% | 7.20% |
| 2011 | 76.38% | 9.24% | 3.17% | 8.50% |
| 2012 | 77.00% | 8.73% | 3.29% | 8.11% |
| 2013 | 75.94% | 8.35% | 4.04% | 8.35% |
| 2014 | 76.68% | 8.30% | 3.67% | 8.21% |
| 2015 | 78.15% | 8.02% | 4.25% | 6.81% |
| 2016 | 77.83% | 7.35% | 4.49% | 8.45% |
| 2017 | 73.08% | 10.34% | 5.65% | 7.57% |
| 2018 | 74.50% | 7.49% | 4.09% | 10.53% |
| 2019 | 76.41% | 7.04% | 3.74% | 10.14% |
| 2020 | 73.25% | 6.63% | 3.20% | 12.31% |
| 2021 | 70.51% | 6.54% | 4.98% | 10.84% |
Ergonomics technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian ergonomics technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino ergonomics technicians have the lowest average salary at $43,017.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,763 |
| White | $43,602 |
| Black or African American | $44,318 |
| Asian | $47,507 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,017 |
Average ergonomics technician age
See how the average age of ergonomics technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Ergonomics technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | 37 |
| White | 48 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 37 |
| Asian | 43 | 38.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Ergonomics technician age breakdown
The average age of ergonomics technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the ergonomics technician population.
Ergonomics technician age breakdown
| Ergonomics Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Ergonomics technician educational attainment
The most common degree for ergonomics technicians is bachelor's degree, with 45% of ergonomics technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 45%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 18%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Ergonomics technicians by degree level
| Ergonomics technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 45% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 18% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Ergonomics technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ergonomics technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $54,577 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, ergonomics technicians earn a median annual income of $45,500 compared to $44,540 for ergonomics technicians with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,577 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,417 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,500 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,540 |
Ergonomics technician turnover and employment statistics
Ergonomics technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ergonomics technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ergonomics technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ergonomics technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.00% |
| 2011 | 4.18% |
| 2012 | 5.08% |
| 2013 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.44% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 3.27% |
| 2019 | 2.43% |
| 2020 | 2.91% |
| 2021 | 3.04% |
Average ergonomics technician tenure
The average ergonomics technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 21 ergonomics technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Ergonomics technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 23% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Ergonomics technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ergonomics technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Internship | 5.03% | 89,197 |
| Ergonomics Technician | 7.06% | - |
| Medical Records Supervisor | 8.20% | 54,508 |
| Student Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 64,273 |
| Operating Room Technician | 10.59% | 96,065 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar ergonomics technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Internship | 5.03% | 89,197 |
| Medical Records Supervisor | 8.20% | 54,508 |
| Student Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 64,273 |
| Operating Room Technician | 10.59% | 96,065 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |