Ferris wheel operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Ferris wheel operator gender statistics
6.1% of ferris wheel operators are women and 93.9% of ferris wheel operators are men.
- Male, 93.9%
- Female, 6.1%
Ferris wheel operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.9% |
| Female | 6.1% |
Ferris wheel operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,687
Female income
$29,482
Ferris wheel operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ferris wheel operator positions over time. Currently, 6.1% of ferris wheel operators are female.
Ferris wheel operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.28% | 6.72% |
| 2011 | 92.40% | 7.60% |
| 2012 | 93.10% | 6.90% |
| 2013 | 92.69% | 7.31% |
| 2014 | 92.95% | 7.05% |
| 2015 | 92.06% | 7.94% |
| 2016 | 92.49% | 7.51% |
| 2017 | 93.22% | 6.78% |
| 2018 | 93.57% | 6.43% |
| 2019 | 92.98% | 7.02% |
| 2020 | 92.41% | 7.59% |
| 2021 | 93.94% | 6.06% |
Ferris wheel operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared ferris wheel operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pin chaser and ferris wheel operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Costume Seamstress | 7% | 93% |
| Tanning Salon Attendant | 11% | 89% |
| Fitting Room Attendant | 12% | 88% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Ferris wheel operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ferris wheel operators is White, which makes up 69.3% of all ferris wheel operators. Comparatively, 12.3% of ferris wheel operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of ferris wheel operators are Black or African American.
- White, 69.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.3%
- Black or African American, 7.6%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Ferris wheel operator race
| Ferris wheel operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Ferris wheel operator race and ethnicity over time
See how ferris wheel operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ferris wheel operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.21% | 8.79% | 2.86% | 9.70% |
| 2011 | 70.91% | 11.62% | 3.83% | 10.12% |
| 2012 | 72.37% | 10.03% | 3.30% | 9.96% |
| 2013 | 72.85% | 8.33% | 3.37% | 11.54% |
| 2014 | 71.62% | 9.07% | 3.59% | 11.25% |
| 2015 | 70.32% | 10.00% | 3.17% | 12.10% |
| 2016 | 70.63% | 9.96% | 3.68% | 11.61% |
| 2017 | 69.82% | 8.71% | 4.44% | 12.61% |
| 2018 | 71.48% | 8.43% | 4.50% | 12.13% |
| 2019 | 69.46% | 9.68% | 4.09% | 12.71% |
| 2020 | 66.15% | 9.00% | 4.50% | 14.35% |
| 2021 | 69.30% | 7.56% | 4.97% | 12.33% |
Ferris wheel operator wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino ferris wheel operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown ferris wheel operators have the lowest average salary at $28,287.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,287 |
| White | $30,079 |
| Black or African American | $29,277 |
| Asian | $29,853 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $31,009 |
Average ferris wheel operator age
See how the average age of ferris wheel operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Ferris wheel operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 27.5 | 30 |
| White | 29 | 27 |
| Black or African American | 43.5 | 22 |
| Asian | 22.5 | 41.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25 | 24 |
Ferris wheel operator age breakdown
The average age of ferris wheel operators is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the ferris wheel operator population.
Ferris wheel operator age breakdown
| Ferris Wheel Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Ferris wheel operator educational attainment
The most common degree for ferris wheel operators is high school diploma, with 33% of ferris wheel operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 25% and bachelor's degree degree at 25%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Bachelor's, 25%
- Diploma, 25%
- Associate, 17%
Ferris wheel operators by degree level
| Ferris wheel operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Bachelor's | 25% |
| Diploma | 25% |
| Associate | 17% |
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Ferris wheel operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ferris wheel operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,117 annually. With a Associate degree, ferris wheel operators earn a median annual income of $30,045 compared to $29,308 for ferris wheel operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,308 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,117 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,045 |
Ferris wheel operator turnover and employment statistics
Ferris wheel operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ferris wheel operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ferris wheel operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ferris wheel operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.99% |
| 2011 | 17.67% |
| 2012 | 15.00% |
| 2013 | 14.78% |
| 2014 | 10.49% |
| 2015 | 11.04% |
| 2016 | 9.25% |
| 2017 | 7.97% |
| 2018 | 8.41% |
| 2019 | 7.44% |
| 2020 | 14.65% |
| 2021 | 10.73% |
Average ferris wheel operator tenure
The average ferris wheel operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 39 ferris wheel operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Ferris wheel operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 47% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 0% |
Ferris wheel operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ferris wheel 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pari Mutuel Ticket Cashier | 3.67% | 52,301 |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 7.31% | - |
| Dog Walker/Pet Sitter | 10.47% | 70,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| House Parent | 11.45% | 25,144 |
| Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,554 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar ferris wheel operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pari Mutuel Ticket Cashier | 3.67% | 52,301 |
| Dog Walker/Pet Sitter | 10.47% | 70,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| House Parent | 11.45% | 25,144 |
| Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,554 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by ferris wheel operators
- Arabic, 100.0%
Ferris wheel operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Arabic | 100.0% |