Ergonomist demographics and statistics in the US
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Ergonomist gender statistics
37.5% of ergonomists are women and 62.5% of ergonomists are men.
- Male, 62.5%
- Female, 37.5%
Ergonomist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 62.5% |
| Female | 37.5% |
Ergonomist gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$60,838
Female income
$55,082
Ergonomist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ergonomist positions over time. Currently, 37.5% of ergonomists are female.
Ergonomist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48.02% | 51.98% |
| 2011 | 47.46% | 52.54% |
| 2012 | 49.76% | 50.24% |
| 2013 | 53.50% | 46.50% |
| 2014 | 47.60% | 52.40% |
| 2015 | 46.16% | 53.84% |
| 2016 | 43.13% | 56.87% |
| 2017 | 38.76% | 61.24% |
| 2018 | 62.70% | 37.30% |
| 2019 | 59.23% | 40.77% |
| 2020 | 60.17% | 39.83% |
| 2021 | 62.50% | 37.50% |
Ergonomist related jobs gender ratio
We compared ergonomists 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% |
| Ergonomist | 63% | 38% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Ergonomist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ergonomists is White, which makes up 70.5% of all ergonomists. Comparatively, 10.8% of ergonomists are Hispanic or Latino and 6.5% of ergonomists 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%
Ergonomist race
| Ergonomist 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% |
Ergonomist race and ethnicity over time
See how ergonomist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ergonomist 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% |
Ergonomist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian ergonomists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino ergonomists have the lowest average salary at $58,197.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $59,603 |
| White | $59,300 |
| Black or African American | $60,656 |
| Asian | $66,802 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $58,197 |
Average ergonomist age
See how the average age of ergonomists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Ergonomist 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 |
Ergonomist age breakdown
The average age of ergonomists is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the ergonomist population.
Ergonomist age breakdown
| Ergonomist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Ergonomist educational attainment
The most common degree for ergonomists is bachelor's degree, with 64% of ergonomists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Master's, 18%
- Doctorate, 8%
- Associate, 5%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Ergonomists by degree level
| Ergonomist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Doctorate | 8% |
| Associate | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Ergonomist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ergonomists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $80,999 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, ergonomists earn a median annual income of $62,914 compared to $61,079 for ergonomists with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $80,999 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $51,544 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,914 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $61,079 |
Ergonomist employment statistics
Company size where ergonomists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where ergonomists work.
Ergonomist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 5% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 48% |
Ergonomist jobs by industry
The most common industries for ergonomists are health care, manufacturing and technology.
Ergonomist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Health Care | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Technology | 12% |
| Automotive | 8% |
| Hospitality | 8% |
| Insurance | 8% |
| Education | 4% |
| Government | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
Ergonomist turnover and employment statistics
Ergonomist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ergonomists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ergonomist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ergonomist 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 ergonomist tenure
The average ergonomist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 62 ergonomists resumes in Zippia's database.
Ergonomist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 11% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Ergonomist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ergonomists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Pharmacist | 5.03% | 115,299 |
| Ergonomist | 7.06% | - |
| Information Associate | 8.20% | 65,789 |
| Prenatal Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 27,216 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar ergonomist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Pharmacist | 5.03% | 115,299 |
| Information Associate | 8.20% | 65,789 |
| Prenatal Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 27,216 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by ergonomists
- Spanish, 100.0%
Ergonomist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |
