Fermentation operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Fermentation operator gender statistics
8.7% of fermentation operators are women and 91.3% of fermentation operators are men.
- Male, 91.3%
- Female, 8.7%
Fermentation operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.3% |
| Female | 8.7% |
Fermentation operator gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,198
Female income
$38,202
Fermentation operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fermentation operator positions over time. Currently, 8.7% of fermentation operators are female.
Fermentation operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 90.73% | 9.27% |
| 2011 | 92.15% | 7.85% |
| 2012 | 91.64% | 8.36% |
| 2013 | 90.85% | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 92.15% | 7.85% |
| 2015 | 92.15% | 7.85% |
| 2016 | 92.66% | 7.34% |
| 2017 | 89.63% | 10.37% |
| 2018 | 88.79% | 11.21% |
| 2019 | 89.71% | 10.29% |
| 2020 | 92.99% | 7.01% |
| 2021 | 91.30% | 8.70% |
Fermentation operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared fermentation 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% |
| Fermentation Operator | 91% | 9% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Fermentation operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fermentation operators is White, which makes up 67.7% of all fermentation operators. Comparatively, 17.0% of fermentation operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.4% of fermentation operators are Black or African American.
- White, 67.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.0%
- Black or African American, 8.4%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- Asian, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Fermentation operator race
| Fermentation operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Fermentation operator race and ethnicity over time
See how fermentation operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fermentation operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.36% | 9.90% | 3.03% | 18.92% |
| 2011 | 70.61% | 8.86% | 2.45% | 16.32% |
| 2012 | 67.33% | 8.98% | 2.84% | 18.20% |
| 2013 | 70.37% | 8.07% | 1.73% | 18.30% |
| 2014 | 69.20% | 8.22% | 2.61% | 18.01% |
| 2015 | 70.49% | 5.98% | 3.32% | 18.35% |
| 2016 | 73.20% | 5.92% | 1.26% | 17.47% |
| 2017 | 70.40% | 8.20% | 3.14% | 16.73% |
| 2018 | 66.91% | 8.08% | 2.48% | 19.44% |
| 2019 | 67.90% | 7.00% | 3.75% | 18.66% |
| 2020 | 67.44% | 7.58% | 2.23% | 17.32% |
| 2021 | 67.67% | 8.36% | 1.46% | 17.04% |
Fermentation operator wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown fermentation operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fermentation operators have the lowest average salary at $39,366.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,189 |
| White | $42,408 |
| Black or African American | $39,366 |
| Asian | $40,411 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,733 |
Average fermentation operator age
See how the average age of fermentation operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fermentation operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 50 | |
| White | 39 | 34.5 |
| Black or African American | 51 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 |
Fermentation operator age breakdown
The average age of fermentation operators is 40+ years years old, representing 51% of the fermentation operator population.
Fermentation operator age breakdown
| Fermentation Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 51% |
| 30-40 years | 36% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Fermentation operator educational attainment
The most common degree for fermentation operators is bachelor's degree, with 47% of fermentation operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 22% and high school diploma degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 47%
- High School Diploma, 22%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Fermentation operators by degree level
| Fermentation operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 47% |
| High School Diploma | 22% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Fermentation operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fermentation operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $43,367 annually. With a Master's degree, fermentation operators earn a median annual income of $43,143 compared to $41,114 for fermentation operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $43,143 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,114 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,367 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,944 |
Fermentation operator employment statistics
Company size where fermentation operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fermentation operators work.
Fermentation operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 3% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 55% |
Fermentation operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for fermentation operators are manufacturing, pharmaceutical and health care.
Fermentation operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 33% |
| Fortune 500 | 20% |
| Pharmaceutical | 18% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
Fermentation operator turnover and employment statistics
Fermentation operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fermentation operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fermentation operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fermentation operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.16% |
| 2011 | 7.32% |
| 2012 | 5.89% |
| 2013 | 6.40% |
| 2014 | 3.75% |
| 2015 | 3.41% |
| 2016 | 3.06% |
| 2017 | 2.72% |
| 2018 | 2.97% |
| 2019 | 1.63% |
| 2020 | 4.62% |
| 2021 | 4.42% |
Average fermentation operator tenure
The average fermentation operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 96 fermentation operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Fermentation operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 13% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Fermentation operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fermentation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Classifier | 4.47% | 3,995 |
| Module Operator | 4.75% | 52,540 |
| Prosthetics Technician | 5.24% | 6,302 |
| Paper Bag Maker | 7.84% | 8,106 |
| Fermentation Operator | 8.41% | - |
| Lead Burner Helper | 8.89% | 14,631 |
| Film Washer | 15.21% | 34,415 |
Similar fermentation operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Classifier | 4.47% | 3,995 |
| Module Operator | 4.75% | 52,540 |
| Prosthetics Technician | 5.24% | 6,302 |
| Paper Bag Maker | 7.84% | 8,106 |
| Lead Burner Helper | 8.89% | 14,631 |
| Film Washer | 15.21% | 34,415 |
Foreign languages spoken by fermentation operators
The most common foreign language among fermentation operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 25.0% and Filipino is the third-most popular at 25.0%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Chinese, 25.0%
- Filipino, 25.0%
Fermentation operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Chinese | 25.0% |
| Filipino | 25.0% |