Feed mill operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Feed mill operator gender statistics
8.1% of feed mill operators are women and 91.9% of feed mill operators are men.
- Male, 91.9%
- Female, 8.1%
Feed mill operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.9% |
| Female | 8.1% |
Feed mill operator gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,683
Female income
$37,134
Feed mill operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in feed mill operator positions over time. Currently, 8.1% of feed mill operators are female.
Feed mill operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.45% | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 91.50% | 8.50% |
| 2012 | 91.51% | 8.49% |
| 2013 | 91.73% | 8.27% |
| 2014 | 91.86% | 8.14% |
| 2015 | 92.20% | 7.80% |
| 2016 | 91.94% | 8.06% |
| 2017 | 91.69% | 8.31% |
| 2018 | 92.48% | 7.52% |
| 2019 | 92.21% | 7.79% |
| 2020 | 91.77% | 8.23% |
| 2021 | 91.94% | 8.06% |
Feed mill operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared feed mill operators 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% |
| Feed Mill Operator | 92% | 8% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Feed mill operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among feed mill operators is White, which makes up 69.5% of all feed mill operators. Comparatively, 11.8% of feed mill operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.2% of feed mill operators are Black or African American.
- White, 69.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.8%
- Black or African American, 8.2%
- Asian, 5.8%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Feed mill operator race
| Feed mill operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.8% |
| Black or African American | 8.2% |
| Asian | 5.8% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Feed mill operator race and ethnicity over time
See how feed mill operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Feed mill operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.72% | 9.41% | 4.74% | 10.15% |
| 2011 | 74.39% | 9.55% | 4.68% | 9.27% |
| 2012 | 73.06% | 9.52% | 4.75% | 10.77% |
| 2013 | 74.29% | 9.00% | 4.60% | 10.14% |
| 2014 | 73.55% | 8.98% | 4.52% | 10.69% |
| 2015 | 74.40% | 8.97% | 4.80% | 9.65% |
| 2016 | 73.26% | 9.05% | 4.81% | 10.49% |
| 2017 | 72.29% | 9.69% | 4.93% | 10.65% |
| 2018 | 73.80% | 8.67% | 5.09% | 10.20% |
| 2019 | 75.08% | 8.26% | 4.84% | 9.48% |
| 2020 | 72.27% | 8.26% | 5.80% | 9.50% |
| 2021 | 69.46% | 8.16% | 5.81% | 11.76% |
Feed mill operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white feed mill operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american feed mill operators have the lowest average salary at $38,954.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,127 |
| White | $40,577 |
| Black or African American | $38,954 |
| Asian | $39,432 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,347 |
Average feed mill operator age
See how the average age of feed mill operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Feed mill operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 50 |
Feed mill operator age breakdown
The average age of feed mill operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the feed mill operator population.
Feed mill operator age breakdown
| Feed Mill Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Feed mill operator educational attainment
The most common degree for feed mill operators is high school diploma, with 36% of feed mill operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 23%.
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 23%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Feed mill operators by degree level
| Feed mill operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Feed mill operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, feed mill operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $41,645 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, feed mill operators earn a median annual income of $40,016 compared to $39,576 for feed mill operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $41,645 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,988 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,016 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,576 |
Feed mill operator employment statistics
Most feed mill operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where feed mill operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where feed mill operators work.
Feed mill operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Feed mill operator jobs by company type
Employees with the feed mill operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most feed mill operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Feed mill operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 10% |
| Private | 81% |
| Government | 3% |
Feed mill operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for feed mill operators are manufacturing, agriculture and professional.
Feed mill operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Agriculture | 19% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Feed mill operator turnover and employment statistics
Feed mill operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for feed mill operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Feed mill operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Feed mill operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 4.89% |
| 2019 | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 6.59% |
| 2021 | 6.08% |
Average feed mill operator tenure
The average feed mill operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 227 feed mill operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Feed mill operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Feed mill operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of feed mill 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fiberglass Product Tester | 4.47% | 63,699 |
| Hot Kettle Tender | 4.75% | 531 |
| Feed Mill Operator | 4.90% | - |
| Paper Machine Backtender | 7.84% | 31,025 |
| Sludge Mill Operator | 8.41% | 26,563 |
| Abrasive Mixer Helper | 8.89% | 14,389 |
| Photography Spotter | 15.21% | 745 |
Similar feed mill operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Fiberglass Product Tester | 4.47% | 63,699 |
| Hot Kettle Tender | 4.75% | 531 |
| Paper Machine Backtender | 7.84% | 31,025 |
| Sludge Mill Operator | 8.41% | 26,563 |
| Abrasive Mixer Helper | 8.89% | 14,389 |
| Photography Spotter | 15.21% | 745 |
Foreign languages spoken by feed mill operators
The most common foreign language among feed mill operators is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 16.7% and Italian is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Portuguese, 16.7%
- Italian, 16.7%
Feed mill operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Portuguese | 16.7% |
| Italian | 16.7% |
