Fire Protection Engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Fire Protection Engineer gender statistics
11.4% of fire protection engineers are women and 88.6% of fire protection engineers are men.
- Male, 88.6%
- Female, 11.4%
Fire Protection Engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 88.6% |
| Female | 11.4% |
Fire Protection Engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$84,368
Female Income
$82,149
Fire Protection Engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fire protection engineer positions over time. Currently, 11.4% of fire protection engineers are female.
Fire Protection Engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.04% | 7.96% |
| 2011 | 91.81% | 8.19% |
| 2012 | 90.84% | 9.16% |
| 2013 | 90.35% | 9.65% |
| 2014 | 91.45% | 8.55% |
| 2015 | 90.87% | 9.13% |
| 2016 | 89.88% | 10.12% |
| 2017 | 90.48% | 9.52% |
| 2018 | 89.79% | 10.21% |
| 2019 | 91.35% | 8.65% |
| 2020 | 90.31% | 9.69% |
| 2021 | 88.64% | 11.36% |
Fire Protection Engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared fire protection engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Fire Protection Engineer | 89% | 11% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Fire Protection Engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fire protection engineers is White, which makes up 68.1% of all fire protection engineers. Comparatively, 11.6% of fire protection engineers are Asian and 11.5% of fire protection engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 68.1%
- Asian, 11.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.5%
- Black or African American, 4.7%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Fire Protection Engineer Race
| Fire Protection Engineer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.1% |
| Asian | 11.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Fire Protection Engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how fire protection engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Fire Protection Engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.99% | 4.52% | 11.26% | 7.46% |
| 2011 | 76.42% | 4.67% | 8.73% | 8.76% |
| 2012 | 76.15% | 3.78% | 10.02% | 8.29% |
| 2013 | 75.22% | 4.75% | 9.83% | 8.34% |
| 2014 | 73.81% | 4.83% | 10.73% | 8.67% |
| 2015 | 73.64% | 5.34% | 10.18% | 9.37% |
| 2016 | 72.72% | 4.52% | 10.87% | 9.38% |
| 2017 | 72.01% | 4.02% | 11.52% | 10.40% |
| 2018 | 71.99% | 4.10% | 12.24% | 9.40% |
| 2019 | 69.78% | 4.27% | 13.55% | 10.27% |
| 2020 | 69.94% | 4.75% | 11.47% | 10.24% |
| 2021 | 68.13% | 4.67% | 11.60% | 11.48% |
Fire Protection Engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian fire protection engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fire protection engineers have the lowest average salary at $82,500.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $85,201 |
| White | $82,671 |
| Black or African American | $82,500 |
| Asian | $88,168 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $83,430 |
Average fire protection engineer age
See how the average age of fire protection engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fire Protection Engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41 | 37 |
| White | 42.5 | 40 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 39 |
| Asian | 38 | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40.5 | 40.5 |
Fire Protection Engineer age breakdown
The average age of fire protection engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the fire protection engineer population.
Fire Protection Engineer age breakdown
| Fire Protection Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Fire Protection Engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for fire protection engineers is bachelor's degree, with 70% of fire protection engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 12% and master's degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 70%
- Master's, 12%
- Associate, 11%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Fire Protection Engineers by degree level
| Fire Protection Engineer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 70% |
| Master's | 12% |
| Associate | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Fire Protection Engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fire protection engineers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $95,874 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fire protection engineers earn a median annual income of $85,472 compared to $72,174 for fire protection engineers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $95,874 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $85,472 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $72,174 |
Fire Protection Engineer employment statistics
Most fire protection engineers work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where fire protection engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fire protection engineers work.
Fire Protection Engineer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Fire Protection Engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the fire protection engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fire protection engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Fire Protection Engineer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 64% |
| Government | 14% |
Fire Protection Engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for fire protection engineers are professional, government and construction.
Fire Protection Engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 21% |
| Government | 13% |
| Construction | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
Fire Protection Engineer turnover and employment statistics
Fire Protection Engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fire protection engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Fire Protection Engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fire Protection Engineer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.89% |
| 2011 | 4.17% |
| 2012 | 3.90% |
| 2013 | 3.52% |
| 2014 | 3.01% |
| 2015 | 2.38% |
| 2016 | 1.95% |
| 2017 | 2.07% |
| 2018 | 2.58% |
| 2019 | 2.26% |
| 2020 | 3.20% |
| 2021 | 2.82% |
Average fire protection engineer tenure
The average fire protection engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 540 fire protection engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Fire Protection Engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Fire Protection Engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fire protection engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection Engineer | 3.67% | - |
| Nuclear Power Plant Engineer | 5.25% | 13,497 |
| Distribution Engineer | 6.39% | 56,779 |
| Aerospace Engineer | 7.54% | 42,086 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Metallurgical Engineer | 10.43% | 34,491 |
| Solid Waste Engineer | 12.89% | 1,851 |
Similar fire protection engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Power Plant Engineer | 5.25% | 13,497 |
| Distribution Engineer | 6.39% | 56,779 |
| Aerospace Engineer | 7.54% | 42,086 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Metallurgical Engineer | 10.43% | 34,491 |
| Solid Waste Engineer | 12.89% | 1,851 |
Foreign languages spoken by fire protection engineers
The most common foreign language among fire protection engineers is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 14.3% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Arabic, 14.3%
- Carrier, 14.3%
- Hindi, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
Fire Protection Engineer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Arabic | 14.3% |
| Carrier | 14.3% |
| Hindi | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
