Fire watchman demographics and statistics in the US
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Fire watchman gender statistics
22.2% of fire watchmen are women and 77.8% of fire watchmen are men.
- Male, 77.8%
- Female, 22.2%
Fire watchman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 77.8% |
| Female | 22.2% |
Fire watchman gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,671
Female income
$47,911
Fire watchman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fire watchman positions over time. Currently, 22.2% of fire watchmen are female.
Fire watchman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.08% | 19.92% |
| 2011 | 78.98% | 21.02% |
| 2012 | 80.06% | 19.94% |
| 2013 | 80.16% | 19.84% |
| 2014 | 79.41% | 20.59% |
| 2015 | 80.05% | 19.95% |
| 2016 | 79.71% | 20.29% |
| 2017 | 78.60% | 21.40% |
| 2018 | 79.36% | 20.64% |
| 2019 | 78.92% | 21.08% |
| 2020 | 77.00% | 23.00% |
| 2021 | 77.78% | 22.22% |
Fire watchman related jobs gender ratio
We compared fire watchmen with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, rescue boat operator and bodyguard have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Monitor | 18% | 82% |
| School Crossing Guard | 21% | 79% |
| Crossing Guard | 23% | 77% |
| Fire Watchman | 78% | 22% |
| Bouncer | 94% | 6% |
| Bodyguard | 96% | 4% |
| Rescue Boat Operator | 98% | 2% |
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Fire watchman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fire watchmen is White, which makes up 57.5% of all fire watchmen. Comparatively, 17.0% of fire watchmen are Black or African American and 13.4% of fire watchmen are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 57.5%
- Black or African American, 17.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.4%
- Asian, 6.1%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Fire watchman race
| Fire watchman race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.5% |
| Black or African American | 17.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.4% |
| Asian | 6.1% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Fire watchman race and ethnicity over time
See how fire watchman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Fire watchman race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.99% | 17.30% | 4.87% | 8.26% |
| 2011 | 64.93% | 17.25% | 4.84% | 9.83% |
| 2012 | 64.59% | 17.52% | 4.76% | 9.94% |
| 2013 | 64.92% | 17.08% | 5.03% | 10.04% |
| 2014 | 63.61% | 17.93% | 4.73% | 10.37% |
| 2015 | 63.24% | 17.36% | 5.21% | 10.82% |
| 2016 | 62.87% | 17.12% | 5.00% | 11.70% |
| 2017 | 62.77% | 18.05% | 4.67% | 11.50% |
| 2018 | 63.02% | 16.93% | 4.87% | 11.51% |
| 2019 | 62.01% | 17.64% | 5.69% | 11.37% |
| 2020 | 57.34% | 18.20% | 5.74% | 12.76% |
| 2021 | 57.46% | 16.97% | 6.07% | 13.39% |
Fire watchman wage gap by race
According to our data, white fire watchmen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown fire watchmen have the lowest average salary at $47,735.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $47,735 |
| White | $49,174 |
| Black or African American | $48,846 |
| Asian | $49,125 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,487 |
Average fire watchman age
See how the average age of fire watchmen varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Fire watchman age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 41 |
| Unknown | 37.5 | 39 |
| Asian | 45 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 36.5 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38.5 | 37 |
Fire watchman age breakdown
The average age of fire watchmen is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the fire watchman population.
Fire watchman age breakdown
| Fire Watchman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Fire watchman educational attainment
The most common degree for fire watchmen is high school diploma, with 51% of fire watchmen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 18% and diploma degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 51%
- Diploma, 18%
- Associate, 13%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Fire watchmen by degree level
| Fire watchman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 51% |
| Diploma | 18% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Fire watchman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fire watchmen with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $57,683 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fire watchmen earn a median annual income of $51,704 compared to $47,559 for fire watchmen with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $57,683 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,229 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,704 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,559 |
Fire watchman employment statistics
Company size where fire watchmen work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fire watchmen work.
Fire watchman jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 32% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Fire watchman jobs by industry
The most common industries for fire watchmen are manufacturing, construction and professional.
Fire watchman industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Construction | 19% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Utilities | 5% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
Fire watchman turnover and employment statistics
Fire watchman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fire watchmen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Fire watchman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fire watchman unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.24% |
| 2011 | 11.62% |
| 2012 | 10.40% |
| 2013 | 9.08% |
| 2014 | 8.18% |
| 2015 | 7.21% |
| 2016 | 6.47% |
| 2017 | 5.77% |
| 2018 | 5.47% |
| 2019 | 4.75% |
| 2020 | 6.85% |
| 2021 | 7.46% |
Average fire watchman tenure
The average fire watchman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 119 fire watchmen resumes in Zippia's database.
Fire watchman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 69% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 3% |
| 5-7 years | 5% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Fire watchman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fire watchmen 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guard | 3.84% | 16,018 |
| Fire Watchman | 6.29% | - |
| Monitor | 7.17% | 5,558 |
| Aquatics Specialist | 7.20% | 19,982 |
| Undercover Operator | 8.27% | 30,354 |
| Lead Transportation Security Officer | 15.51% | 104,461 |
Similar fire watchman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Crossing Guard | 3.84% | 16,018 |
| Monitor | 7.17% | 5,558 |
| Aquatics Specialist | 7.20% | 19,982 |
| Undercover Operator | 8.27% | 30,354 |
| Lead Transportation Security Officer | 15.51% | 104,461 |
Foreign languages spoken by fire watchmen
- Spanish, 100.0%
Fire watchman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |