Fabric inspector demographics and statistics in the US
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Fabric inspector gender statistics
37.4% of fabric inspectors are women and 62.6% of fabric inspectors are men.
- Male, 62.6%
- Female, 37.4%
Fabric inspector gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 62.6% |
| Female | 37.4% |
Fabric inspector gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,771
Female income
$35,753
Fabric inspector gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fabric inspector positions over time. Currently, 37.4% of fabric inspectors are female.
Fabric inspector gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.18% | 38.82% |
| 2011 | 60.96% | 39.04% |
| 2012 | 62.15% | 37.85% |
| 2013 | 63.17% | 36.83% |
| 2014 | 63.11% | 36.89% |
| 2015 | 64.14% | 35.86% |
| 2016 | 63.19% | 36.81% |
| 2017 | 63.08% | 36.92% |
| 2018 | 63.81% | 36.19% |
| 2019 | 63.36% | 36.64% |
| 2020 | 62.39% | 37.61% |
| 2021 | 62.56% | 37.44% |
Fabric inspector related jobs gender ratio
We compared fabric inspectors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Fabric Inspector | 63% | 37% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Fabric inspector demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fabric inspectors is White, which makes up 57.7% of all fabric inspectors. Comparatively, 17.1% of fabric inspectors are Hispanic or Latino and 12.9% of fabric inspectors are Black or African American.
- White, 57.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.1%
- Black or African American, 12.9%
- Asian, 7.4%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Fabric inspector race
| Fabric inspector race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.1% |
| Black or African American | 12.9% |
| Asian | 7.4% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Fabric inspector race and ethnicity over time
See how fabric inspector racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fabric inspector race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.84% | 12.94% | 6.39% | 13.72% |
| 2011 | 63.15% | 14.22% | 5.88% | 14.55% |
| 2012 | 63.21% | 14.26% | 6.51% | 13.73% |
| 2013 | 63.35% | 14.33% | 5.92% | 14.23% |
| 2014 | 63.71% | 13.62% | 6.11% | 14.45% |
| 2015 | 62.69% | 13.62% | 6.11% | 15.22% |
| 2016 | 63.20% | 13.78% | 5.80% | 15.02% |
| 2017 | 63.31% | 12.87% | 6.28% | 15.04% |
| 2018 | 64.38% | 12.64% | 6.25% | 14.15% |
| 2019 | 63.47% | 12.56% | 5.89% | 15.68% |
| 2020 | 60.53% | 12.46% | 6.79% | 15.43% |
| 2021 | 57.66% | 12.92% | 7.38% | 17.06% |
Fabric inspector wage gap by race
According to our data, asian fabric inspectors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fabric inspectors have the lowest average salary at $37,747.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,947 |
| White | $39,099 |
| Black or African American | $37,747 |
| Asian | $39,684 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,404 |
Average fabric inspector age
See how the average age of fabric inspectors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fabric inspector age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 48 |
| Unknown | 40.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 45 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
| White | 45 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 | 51.5 |
Fabric inspector age breakdown
The average age of fabric inspectors is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the fabric inspector population.
Fabric inspector age breakdown
| Fabric Inspector Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Fabric inspector educational attainment
The most common degree for fabric inspectors is high school diploma, with 43% of fabric inspectors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 24% and associate degree degree at 17%.
- High School Diploma, 43%
- Associate, 24%
- Bachelor's, 17%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Fabric inspectors by degree level
| Fabric inspector degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 43% |
| Associate | 24% |
| Bachelor's | 17% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Fabric inspector wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fabric inspectors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $44,471 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fabric inspectors earn a median annual income of $40,034 compared to $37,744 for fabric inspectors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $44,471 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,676 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,034 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,744 |
Fabric inspector employment statistics
Most fabric inspectors work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where fabric inspectors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fabric inspectors work.
Fabric inspector jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Fabric inspector jobs by company type
Employees with the fabric inspector job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fabric inspectors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Fabric inspector jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 79% |
| Government | 2% |
Fabric inspector jobs by industry
The most common industries for fabric inspectors are manufacturing, retail and transportation.
Fabric inspector industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 32% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Transportation | 9% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Fabric inspector turnover and employment statistics
Fabric inspector unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fabric inspectors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fabric inspector unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fabric inspector unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.76% |
| 2011 | 11.11% |
| 2012 | 9.24% |
| 2013 | 8.07% |
| 2014 | 6.68% |
| 2015 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 5.61% |
| 2017 | 4.84% |
| 2018 | 4.61% |
| 2019 | 3.74% |
| 2020 | 5.71% |
| 2021 | 5.58% |
Average fabric inspector tenure
The average fabric inspector stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 268 fabric inspectors resumes in Zippia's database.
Fabric inspector tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Fabric inspector LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fabric inspectors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Inspector | 4.47% | - |
| Loading Unit Operator | 4.75% | 57,885 |
| Dental Ceramist | 5.24% | 21,711 |
| Paper Machine Operator | 7.84% | 58,396 |
| Acid Polymerization Operator | 8.41% | 25,692 |
| Commercial Baker Helper | 8.89% | 45,651 |
| Air Brush Artist | 15.21% | 4,858 |
Similar fabric inspector jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Loading Unit Operator | 4.75% | 57,885 |
| Dental Ceramist | 5.24% | 21,711 |
| Paper Machine Operator | 7.84% | 58,396 |
| Acid Polymerization Operator | 8.41% | 25,692 |
| Commercial Baker Helper | 8.89% | 45,651 |
| Air Brush Artist | 15.21% | 4,858 |
Foreign languages spoken by fabric inspectors
The most common foreign language among fabric inspectors is Spanish at 71.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 14.3% and French is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 71.4%
- German, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
Fabric inspector languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 71.4% |
| German | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |