Gate operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Gate operator gender statistics
33.1% of gate operators are women and 66.9% of gate operators are men.
- Male, 66.9%
- Female, 33.1%
Gate operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.9% |
| Female | 33.1% |
Gate operator gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,292
Female income
$35,698
Gate operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in gate operator positions over time. Currently, 33.1% of gate operators are female.
Gate operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.80% | 42.20% |
| 2011 | 60.22% | 39.78% |
| 2012 | 61.91% | 38.09% |
| 2013 | 62.16% | 37.84% |
| 2014 | 63.00% | 37.00% |
| 2015 | 65.07% | 34.93% |
| 2016 | 65.62% | 34.38% |
| 2017 | 65.70% | 34.30% |
| 2018 | 66.14% | 33.86% |
| 2019 | 64.45% | 35.55% |
| 2020 | 65.67% | 34.33% |
| 2021 | 66.87% | 33.13% |
Gate operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared gate operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Gate Operator | 67% | 33% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Gate operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among gate operators is White, which makes up 55.0% of all gate operators. Comparatively, 22.6% of gate operators are Hispanic or Latino and 9.3% of gate operators are Black or African American.
- White, 55.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.6%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Asian, 7.9%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Gate operator race
| Gate operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Asian | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Gate operator race and ethnicity over time
See how gate operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Gate operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.16% | 10.21% | 6.21% | 17.96% |
| 2011 | 62.07% | 11.22% | 6.35% | 17.38% |
| 2012 | 62.39% | 10.31% | 5.99% | 18.06% |
| 2013 | 61.92% | 10.41% | 6.18% | 18.33% |
| 2014 | 60.60% | 11.06% | 7.16% | 18.12% |
| 2015 | 60.36% | 11.13% | 6.95% | 18.32% |
| 2016 | 61.08% | 9.86% | 7.27% | 18.77% |
| 2017 | 61.42% | 9.12% | 6.50% | 19.36% |
| 2018 | 60.10% | 8.92% | 6.78% | 20.82% |
| 2019 | 58.81% | 10.33% | 7.78% | 19.80% |
| 2020 | 56.60% | 9.77% | 9.01% | 19.75% |
| 2021 | 54.96% | 9.27% | 7.89% | 22.62% |
Gate operator wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american gate operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown gate operators have the lowest average salary at $35,534.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,534 |
| White | $36,495 |
| Black or African American | $36,860 |
| Asian | $36,187 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,396 |
Average gate operator age
See how the average age of gate operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Gate operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 32 | 41 |
| White | 37 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 45 |
| Asian | 37 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32 | 39 |
Gate operator age breakdown
The average age of gate operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the gate operator population.
Gate operator age breakdown
| Gate Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Gate operator educational attainment
The most common degree for gate operators is high school diploma, with 32% of gate operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 29% and associate degree degree at 24%.
- High School Diploma, 32%
- Associate, 29%
- Bachelor's, 24%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Gate operators by degree level
| Gate operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 32% |
| Associate | 29% |
| Bachelor's | 24% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Gate operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, gate operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $38,011 annually. With a Master's degree, gate operators earn a median annual income of $37,797 compared to $36,193 for gate operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $37,797 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,193 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,011 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,978 |
Gate operator employment statistics
Most gate operators work for a private in the transportation industry.
Company size where gate operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where gate operators work.
Gate operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 10% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Gate operator jobs by company type
Employees with the gate operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most gate operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Gate operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 6% |
Gate operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for gate operators are transportation, manufacturing and professional.
Gate operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 16% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Gate operator turnover and employment statistics
Gate operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for gate operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gate operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Gate operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.15% |
| 2011 | 11.69% |
| 2012 | 10.64% |
| 2013 | 10.06% |
| 2014 | 8.63% |
| 2015 | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 6.29% |
| 2017 | 6.00% |
| 2018 | 5.35% |
| 2019 | 5.49% |
| 2020 | 7.37% |
| 2021 | 8.42% |
Average gate operator tenure
The average gate operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 189 gate operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Gate operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 37% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Gate operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of gate 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gate Operator | 4.67% | - |
| Student Office Worker | 5.99% | 93,856 |
| Electronic Publisher | 6.98% | 3,048 |
| Mailroom Assistant | 7.17% | 13,048 |
| Insurance Biller | 11.18% | 84,361 |
| Crime Data Specialist | 11.19% | 68,456 |
| Set-O-Type Operator | 14.20% | 31,599 |
Similar gate operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Student Office Worker | 5.99% | 93,856 |
| Electronic Publisher | 6.98% | 3,048 |
| Mailroom Assistant | 7.17% | 13,048 |
| Insurance Biller | 11.18% | 84,361 |
| Crime Data Specialist | 11.19% | 68,456 |
| Set-O-Type Operator | 14.20% | 31,599 |
Foreign languages spoken by gate operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Gate operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |