Explosive operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Explosive operator demographics by:
Explosive operator gender statistics
25.8% of explosive operators are women and 74.2% of explosive operators are men.
- Male, 74.2%
- Female, 25.8%
Explosive operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 74.2% |
| Female | 25.8% |
Explosive operator gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,324
Female income
$36,789
Explosive operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in explosive operator positions over time. Currently, 25.8% of explosive operators are female.
Explosive operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.70% | 27.30% |
| 2011 | 75.34% | 24.66% |
| 2012 | 71.85% | 28.15% |
| 2013 | 83.52% | 16.48% |
| 2014 | 67.98% | 32.02% |
| 2015 | 87.05% | 12.95% |
| 2016 | 75.19% | 24.81% |
| 2017 | 65.44% | 34.56% |
| 2018 | 71.60% | 28.40% |
| 2019 | 87.99% | 12.01% |
| 2020 | 69.66% | 30.34% |
| 2021 | 74.23% | 25.77% |
Explosive operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared explosive operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, relief driller and oil field roustabout have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Duck Bill Operator | 25% | 75% |
| Explosive Operator | 74% | 26% |
| Lead Miner, Blasting | 98% | 2% |
| Oil Field Roustabout | 99% | 1% |
| Relief Driller | 99% | 1% |
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Explosive operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among explosive operators is White, which makes up 61.4% of all explosive operators. Comparatively, 20.1% of explosive operators are Hispanic or Latino and 13.3% of explosive operators are Black or African American.
- White, 61.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.1%
- Black or African American, 13.3%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, -0.6%
Explosive operator race
| Explosive operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.1% |
| Black or African American | 13.3% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | -0.6% |
Explosive operator race and ethnicity over time
See how explosive operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Explosive operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.02% | 13.89% | 2.76% | 6.55% |
| 2011 | 69.71% | 12.43% | 2.79% | 14.18% |
| 2012 | 70.56% | 11.32% | 2.53% | 15.44% |
| 2013 | 71.61% | 13.10% | 3.31% | 8.73% |
| 2014 | 67.86% | 12.24% | 5.06% | 11.47% |
| 2015 | 78.46% | 6.44% | 2.45% | 10.03% |
| 2016 | 74.20% | 14.71% | 1.48% | 9.07% |
| 2017 | 70.13% | 13.87% | 3.35% | 12.54% |
| 2018 | 70.69% | 11.30% | 4.87% | 13.43% |
| 2019 | 70.36% | 13.38% | 4.47% | 11.91% |
| 2020 | 66.98% | 8.55% | 2.43% | 18.29% |
| 2021 | 61.39% | 13.33% | 1.86% | 20.07% |
Explosive operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white explosive operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian explosive operators have the lowest average salary at $37,219.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,898 |
| White | $41,680 |
| Black or African American | $38,082 |
| Asian | $37,219 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,893 |
Average explosive operator age
See how the average age of explosive operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Explosive operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 29 | |
| Black or African American | 23 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 27 |
Explosive operator age breakdown
The average age of explosive operators is 20-30 years years old, representing 56% of the explosive operator population.
Explosive operator age breakdown
| Explosive Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 10% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 56% |
Explosive operator educational attainment
The most common degree for explosive operators is high school diploma, with 63% of explosive operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 15% and bachelor's degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 63%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Associate, 15%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Explosive operators by degree level
| Explosive operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 63% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Explosive operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, explosive operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $39,860 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, explosive operators earn a median annual income of $38,841 compared to $36,130 for explosive operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,130 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,841 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,860 |
Explosive operator employment statistics
Most explosive operators work for a private in the energy industry.
Company size where explosive operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where explosive operators work.
Explosive operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 10% |
| > 10,000 employees | 50% |
Explosive operator jobs by company type
Employees with the explosive operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most explosive operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Explosive operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 38% |
| Private | 44% |
| Government | 13% |
Explosive operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for explosive operators are energy, government and construction.
Explosive operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 19% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Government | 10% |
| Construction | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Finance | 10% |
| Education | 5% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Telecommunication | 5% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
Explosive operator turnover and employment statistics
Explosive operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for explosive operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Explosive operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Explosive operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.92% |
| 2011 | 6.22% |
| 2012 | 6.78% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 4.52% |
| 2015 | 6.29% |
| 2016 | 3.80% |
| 2017 | 3.19% |
| 2018 | 1.06% |
| 2019 | 1.02% |
| 2020 | 4.27% |
| 2021 | 2.63% |
Average explosive operator tenure
The average explosive operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 110 explosive operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Explosive operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Explosive operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of explosive 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Coal Picker | 2.29% | 16,591 |
| Shield Runner | 2.32% | 13,821 |
| Well Drill Operator | 2.64% | 30,260 |
| Skip Miner | 4.26% | 369 |
| Explosive Operator | 7.15% | - |
Similar explosive operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Coal Picker | 2.29% | 16,591 |
| Shield Runner | 2.32% | 13,821 |
| Well Drill Operator | 2.64% | 30,260 |
| Skip Miner | 4.26% | 369 |