Foundry technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Foundry technician gender statistics
4.9% of foundry technicians are women and 95.1% of foundry technicians are men.
- Male, 95.1%
- Female, 4.9%
Foundry technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.1% |
| Female | 4.9% |
Foundry technician gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,301
Female income
$36,767
Foundry technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in foundry technician positions over time. Currently, 4.9% of foundry technicians are female.
Foundry technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.01% | 3.99% |
| 2011 | 95.97% | 4.03% |
| 2012 | 96.13% | 3.87% |
| 2013 | 96.21% | 3.79% |
| 2014 | 96.09% | 3.91% |
| 2015 | 95.84% | 4.16% |
| 2016 | 95.95% | 4.05% |
| 2017 | 95.89% | 4.11% |
| 2018 | 95.49% | 4.51% |
| 2019 | 95.82% | 4.18% |
| 2020 | 95.44% | 4.56% |
| 2021 | 95.12% | 4.88% |
Foundry technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared foundry technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Foundry Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Foundry technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among foundry technicians is White, which makes up 63.6% of all foundry technicians. Comparatively, 13.6% of foundry technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 13.0% of foundry technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 63.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.6%
- Black or African American, 13.0%
- Asian, 5.0%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Foundry technician race
| Foundry technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.6% |
| Black or African American | 13.0% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Foundry technician race and ethnicity over time
See how foundry technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Foundry technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.26% | 12.49% | 4.32% | 11.01% |
| 2011 | 70.43% | 12.39% | 4.27% | 11.09% |
| 2012 | 69.72% | 12.39% | 4.25% | 11.60% |
| 2013 | 71.06% | 11.50% | 4.45% | 11.19% |
| 2014 | 69.43% | 11.90% | 4.68% | 11.88% |
| 2015 | 69.47% | 12.10% | 4.38% | 12.15% |
| 2016 | 68.51% | 12.11% | 4.51% | 12.87% |
| 2017 | 67.94% | 12.70% | 5.02% | 12.08% |
| 2018 | 69.22% | 11.83% | 4.60% | 12.42% |
| 2019 | 67.53% | 12.37% | 4.85% | 13.17% |
| 2020 | 66.43% | 11.97% | 5.01% | 12.35% |
| 2021 | 63.58% | 12.96% | 5.01% | 13.59% |
Foundry technician wage gap by race
According to our data, white foundry technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american foundry technicians have the lowest average salary at $38,836.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,686 |
| White | $41,428 |
| Black or African American | $38,836 |
| Asian | $41,363 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,254 |
Average foundry technician age
See how the average age of foundry technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Foundry technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Foundry technician age breakdown
The average age of foundry technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the foundry technician population.
Foundry technician age breakdown
| Foundry Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Foundry technician educational attainment
The most common degree for foundry technicians is bachelor's degree, with 44% of foundry technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 22%.
- Bachelor's, 44%
- Associate, 25%
- High School Diploma, 22%
- Diploma, 8%
Foundry technicians by degree level
| Foundry technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 44% |
| Associate | 25% |
| High School Diploma | 22% |
| Diploma | 8% |
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Foundry technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, foundry technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $46,770 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, foundry technicians earn a median annual income of $42,149 compared to $38,730 for foundry technicians with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $46,770 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,057 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,149 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,730 |
Foundry technician employment statistics
Company size where foundry technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where foundry technicians work.
Foundry technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 3% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Foundry technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for foundry technicians are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Foundry technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 38% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Automotive | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Education | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
Foundry technician turnover and employment statistics
Foundry technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for foundry technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Foundry technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Foundry technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average foundry technician tenure
The average foundry technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 85 foundry technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Foundry technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Foundry technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of foundry technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Inspector | 3.84% | 17,670 |
| Meat Wrapper | 4.18% | 8,296 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Foundry Technician | 5.63% | - |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar foundry technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Inspector | 3.84% | 17,670 |
| Meat Wrapper | 4.18% | 8,296 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |