Feeder demographics and statistics in the US
Feeder demographics research summary. Zippia estimates feeder demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our feeder estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about feeders after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 15,641 feeders currently employed in the United States.
- 45.5% of all feeders are women, while 54.5% are men.
- The average feeder age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of feeders is White (63.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.5%), Asian (8.0%) and Black or African American (6.6%).
- Feeders are most in-demand in Stone Mountain, GA.
- Brentwood, NY pays an annual average wage of $39,889, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women feeders earned 97% of what men earned.
- Michigan is the best state for feeders to live.
- Feeders are 74% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Feeder gender statistics
45.5% of feeders are women and 54.5% of feeders are men.
- Male, 54.5%
- Female, 45.5%
Feeder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.5% |
| Female | 45.5% |
Feeder gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,633
Female income
$32,658
Feeder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in feeder positions over time. Currently, 45.5% of feeders are female.
Feeder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.13% | 43.87% |
| 2011 | 53.03% | 46.97% |
| 2012 | 54.39% | 45.61% |
| 2013 | 56.34% | 43.66% |
| 2014 | 64.66% | 35.34% |
| 2015 | 57.23% | 42.77% |
| 2016 | 53.15% | 46.85% |
| 2017 | 60.37% | 39.63% |
| 2018 | 51.48% | 48.52% |
| 2019 | 55.35% | 44.65% |
| 2020 | 52.55% | 47.45% |
| 2021 | 54.50% | 45.50% |
Feeder related jobs gender ratio
We compared feeders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Feeder | 55% | 45% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Feeder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among feeders is White, which makes up 63.1% of all feeders. Comparatively, 14.5% of feeders are Hispanic or Latino and 8.0% of feeders are Asian.
- White, 63.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.5%
- Asian, 8.0%
- Black or African American, 6.6%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.4%
Feeder race
| Feeder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.5% |
| Asian | 8.0% |
| Black or African American | 6.6% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.4% |
Feeder race and ethnicity over time
See how feeder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Feeder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.13% | 15.81% | 3.60% | 13.48% |
| 2011 | 65.92% | 12.02% | 3.00% | 14.80% |
| 2012 | 63.11% | 17.21% | 3.69% | 14.05% |
| 2013 | 69.94% | 12.77% | 3.86% | 10.35% |
| 2014 | 64.08% | 13.14% | 2.66% | 17.00% |
| 2015 | 66.85% | 11.65% | 2.75% | 16.06% |
| 2016 | 62.66% | 15.63% | 5.94% | 12.60% |
| 2017 | 70.07% | 11.91% | 3.56% | 9.71% |
| 2018 | 68.90% | 10.12% | 4.05% | 14.19% |
| 2019 | 68.48% | 11.47% | 3.37% | 13.89% |
| 2020 | 70.63% | 5.83% | 3.80% | 14.24% |
| 2021 | 63.12% | 6.63% | 8.04% | 14.50% |
Feeder wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino feeders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american feeders have the lowest average salary at $30,936.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,892 |
| White | $34,190 |
| Black or African American | $30,936 |
| Asian | $34,124 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,181 |
Feeder age breakdown
The average age of feeders is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the feeder population.
Feeder age breakdown
| Feeder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Feeder educational attainment
The most common degree for feeders is high school diploma, with 49% of feeders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 15% and diploma degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 49%
- Diploma, 15%
- Associate, 14%
- Bachelor's, 14%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Feeders by degree level
| Feeder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 49% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Bachelor's | 14% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Feeder employment statistics
Most feeders work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where feeders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where feeders work.
Feeder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Feeder jobs by company type
Employees with the feeder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most feeders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Feeder jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 23% |
| Private | 74% |
| Government | 1% |
Feeder jobs by industry
The most common industries for feeders are manufacturing, professional and media.
Feeder industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Media | 8% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Agriculture | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Feeder turnover and employment statistics
Feeder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for feeders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Feeder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Feeder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.73% |
| 2011 | 16.55% |
| 2012 | 10.28% |
| 2013 | 12.43% |
| 2014 | 9.86% |
| 2015 | 9.19% |
| 2016 | 5.80% |
| 2017 | 6.58% |
| 2018 | 6.05% |
| 2019 | 4.73% |
| 2020 | 8.09% |
| 2021 | 6.99% |
Average feeder tenure
The average feeder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,904 feeders resumes in Zippia's database.
Feeder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 42% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Feeder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of feeders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Truck-Crane Operator | 1.94% | 76,650 |
| High Lift Driver | 3.85% | 39,774 |
| Garbage Truck Helper | 4.13% | 48,266 |
| Truck Washer | 4.59% | 68,874 |
| Package Liner | 4.67% | 15,193 |
| Rope Tier | 6.68% | 213 |
| Feeder | 10.43% | - |
Similar feeder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Truck-Crane Operator | 1.94% | 76,650 |
| High Lift Driver | 3.85% | 39,774 |
| Garbage Truck Helper | 4.13% | 48,266 |
| Truck Washer | 4.59% | 68,874 |
| Package Liner | 4.67% | 15,193 |
| Rope Tier | 6.68% | 213 |
Foreign languages spoken by feeders
The most common foreign language among feeders is Spanish at 87.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hmong at 6.5% and French is the third-most popular at 3.2%.
- Spanish, 87.1%
- Hmong, 6.5%
- French, 3.2%
- Tagalog, 3.2%
Feeder languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 87.1% |
| Hmong | 6.5% |
| French | 3.2% |
| Tagalog | 3.2% |
