Factory assembler demographics and statistics in the US
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Factory assembler demographics by:
Factory assembler gender statistics
48.5% of factory assemblers are women and 51.5% of factory assemblers are men.
- Male, 51.5%
- Female, 48.5%
Factory assembler gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 51.5% |
| Female | 48.5% |
Factory assembler gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,729
Female income
$31,889
Factory assembler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in factory assembler positions over time. Currently, 48.5% of factory assemblers are female.
Factory assembler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48.51% | 51.49% |
| 2011 | 47.92% | 52.08% |
| 2012 | 47.61% | 52.39% |
| 2013 | 49.44% | 50.56% |
| 2014 | 50.55% | 49.45% |
| 2015 | 50.65% | 49.35% |
| 2016 | 49.88% | 50.12% |
| 2017 | 50.80% | 49.20% |
| 2018 | 50.36% | 49.64% |
| 2019 | 50.64% | 49.36% |
| 2020 | 51.61% | 48.39% |
| 2021 | 51.51% | 48.49% |
Factory assembler related jobs gender ratio
We compared factory assemblers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, top installer and liner installer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Timing Adjuster | 21% | 79% |
| Sewing Machine Assembler | 23% | 77% |
| Solderer-Assembler | 32% | 68% |
| Factory Assembler | 52% | 48% |
| Screw Driver Operator | 98% | 2% |
| Liner Installer | 98% | 2% |
| Top Installer | 99% | 1% |
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Factory assembler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among factory assemblers is White, which makes up 63.4% of all factory assemblers. Comparatively, 13.2% of factory assemblers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of factory assemblers are Black or African American.
- White, 63.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.2%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 9.0%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Factory assembler race
| Factory assembler race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Factory assembler race and ethnicity over time
See how factory assembler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Factory assembler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.79% | 8.46% | 7.12% | 11.51% |
| 2011 | 69.37% | 10.19% | 6.80% | 11.47% |
| 2012 | 68.96% | 10.30% | 6.62% | 11.70% |
| 2013 | 69.72% | 9.47% | 6.97% | 11.66% |
| 2014 | 69.83% | 9.62% | 6.85% | 11.43% |
| 2015 | 68.53% | 10.33% | 6.87% | 11.75% |
| 2016 | 67.83% | 10.03% | 7.22% | 12.50% |
| 2017 | 67.60% | 10.84% | 7.14% | 12.10% |
| 2018 | 66.56% | 10.73% | 7.55% | 12.33% |
| 2019 | 67.44% | 10.89% | 7.70% | 11.42% |
| 2020 | 66.33% | 9.30% | 7.76% | 12.02% |
| 2021 | 63.37% | 9.98% | 8.96% | 13.15% |
Factory assembler wage gap by race
According to our data, white factory assemblers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino factory assemblers have the lowest average salary at $32,904.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,166 |
| White | $34,308 |
| Black or African American | $33,197 |
| Asian | $34,092 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,904 |
Average factory assembler age
See how the average age of factory assemblers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Factory assembler age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | 47 |
| Unknown | 41 | 41 |
| Asian | 50 | 50.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 47 |
| White | 43 | 50 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 37.5 |
Factory assembler age breakdown
The average age of factory assemblers is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the factory assembler population.
Factory assembler age breakdown
| Factory Assembler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Factory assembler educational attainment
The most common degree for factory assemblers is high school diploma, with 46% of factory assemblers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 46%
- Associate, 22%
- Diploma, 13%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Factory assemblers by degree level
| Factory assembler degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 46% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Factory assembler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, factory assemblers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $34,449 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, factory assemblers earn a median annual income of $33,667 compared to $33,350 for factory assemblers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,350 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,667 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,449 |
Factory assembler employment statistics
Most factory assemblers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where factory assemblers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where factory assemblers work.
Factory assembler jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Factory assembler jobs by company type
Employees with the factory assembler job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most factory assemblers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Factory assembler jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 2% |
Factory assembler jobs by industry
The most common industries for factory assemblers are manufacturing, professional and automotive.
Factory assembler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30% |
| Professional | 16% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Education | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
Factory assembler turnover and employment statistics
Factory assembler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for factory assemblers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Factory assembler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Factory assembler unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.81% |
| 2011 | 14.36% |
| 2012 | 12.82% |
| 2013 | 10.98% |
| 2014 | 8.55% |
| 2015 | 7.13% |
| 2016 | 7.09% |
| 2017 | 6.09% |
| 2018 | 5.99% |
| 2019 | 5.69% |
| 2020 | 6.95% |
| 2021 | 8.13% |
Average factory assembler tenure
The average factory assembler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 367 factory assemblers resumes in Zippia's database.
Factory assembler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 43% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Factory assembler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of factory assemblers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Mechanical Ordnance Assembler | 3.08% | 34,299 |
| Structural Steel Fitter | 3.66% | 6,153 |
| Factory Assembler | 4.87% | - |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Similar factory assembler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Mechanical Ordnance Assembler | 3.08% | 34,299 |
| Structural Steel Fitter | 3.66% | 6,153 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
