Gauge inspector demographics and statistics in the US
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Gauge inspector gender statistics
24.4% of gauge inspectors are women and 75.6% of gauge inspectors are men.
- Male, 75.6%
- Female, 24.4%
Gauge inspector gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 75.6% |
| Female | 24.4% |
Gauge inspector gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,633
Female income
$46,931
Gauge inspector gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in gauge inspector positions over time. Currently, 24.4% of gauge inspectors are female.
Gauge inspector gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.52% | 25.48% |
| 2011 | 74.34% | 25.66% |
| 2012 | 75.29% | 24.71% |
| 2013 | 76.09% | 23.91% |
| 2014 | 76.04% | 23.96% |
| 2015 | 76.85% | 23.15% |
| 2016 | 76.11% | 23.89% |
| 2017 | 76.02% | 23.98% |
| 2018 | 76.59% | 23.41% |
| 2019 | 76.24% | 23.76% |
| 2020 | 75.48% | 24.52% |
| 2021 | 75.61% | 24.39% |
Gauge inspector related jobs gender ratio
We compared gauge inspectors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Gauge Inspector | 76% | 24% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Gauge inspector demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among gauge inspectors is White, which makes up 61.4% of all gauge inspectors. Comparatively, 16.6% of gauge inspectors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.6% of gauge inspectors are Black or African American.
- White, 61.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.6%
- Black or African American, 9.6%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Gauge inspector race
| Gauge inspector race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.6% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Gauge inspector race and ethnicity over time
See how gauge inspector racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Gauge inspector race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.54% | 9.65% | 6.53% | 13.25% |
| 2011 | 66.84% | 10.93% | 6.01% | 14.09% |
| 2012 | 66.91% | 10.97% | 6.65% | 13.26% |
| 2013 | 67.04% | 11.05% | 6.06% | 13.76% |
| 2014 | 67.41% | 10.33% | 6.24% | 13.98% |
| 2015 | 66.38% | 10.33% | 6.24% | 14.75% |
| 2016 | 66.89% | 10.49% | 5.93% | 14.55% |
| 2017 | 67.01% | 9.58% | 6.41% | 14.58% |
| 2018 | 68.07% | 9.35% | 6.39% | 13.68% |
| 2019 | 67.16% | 9.27% | 6.03% | 15.21% |
| 2020 | 64.23% | 9.18% | 6.93% | 14.96% |
| 2021 | 61.36% | 9.63% | 7.52% | 16.60% |
Gauge inspector wage gap by race
According to our data, asian gauge inspectors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american gauge inspectors have the lowest average salary at $51,960.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $55,100 |
| White | $55,503 |
| Black or African American | $51,960 |
| Asian | $57,071 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,668 |
Average gauge inspector age
See how the average age of gauge inspectors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Gauge inspector age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 48 |
| Unknown | 40.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 45 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
| White | 45 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 | 51.5 |
Gauge inspector age breakdown
The average age of gauge inspectors is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the gauge inspector population.
Gauge inspector age breakdown
| Gauge Inspector Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Gauge inspector educational attainment
The most common degree for gauge inspectors is high school diploma, with 50% of gauge inspectors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 31% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Associate, 31%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Master's, 6%
Gauge inspectors by degree level
| Gauge inspector degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Associate | 31% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Master's | 6% |
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Gauge inspector wage gap by degree level
According to the data, gauge inspectors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $70,657 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, gauge inspectors earn a median annual income of $58,017 compared to $51,951 for gauge inspectors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $70,657 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,742 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,017 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,951 |
Gauge inspector employment statistics
Most gauge inspectors work for a public in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where gauge inspectors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where gauge inspectors work.
Gauge inspector jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 12% |
| > 10,000 employees | 47% |
Gauge inspector jobs by company type
Employees with the gauge inspector job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most gauge inspectors prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Gauge inspector jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 12% |
| Public | 47% |
| Private | 41% |
Gauge inspector jobs by industry
The most common industries for gauge inspectors are manufacturing, education and energy.
Gauge inspector industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 33% |
| Fortune 500 | 24% |
| Education | 10% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Internet | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
Gauge inspector turnover and employment statistics
Gauge inspector unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for gauge inspectors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gauge inspector unemployment rate by year
| Year | Gauge inspector unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.76% |
| 2011 | 11.11% |
| 2012 | 9.24% |
| 2013 | 8.07% |
| 2014 | 6.68% |
| 2015 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 5.61% |
| 2017 | 4.84% |
| 2018 | 4.61% |
| 2019 | 3.74% |
| 2020 | 5.71% |
| 2021 | 5.58% |
Average gauge inspector tenure
The average gauge inspector stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 48 gauge inspectors resumes in Zippia's database.
Gauge inspector tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 20% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 22% |
Gauge inspector LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of gauge inspectors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gauge Inspector | 4.47% | - |
| Tieing Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,756 |
| Lens Shaper Grinder | 5.24% | 696 |
| Tag Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,640 |
| Soda Maker | 8.41% | 7,009 |
| Hot Saw Helper | 8.89% | 14,127 |
| Film Technician | 15.21% | 5,319 |
Similar gauge inspector jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tieing Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,756 |
| Lens Shaper Grinder | 5.24% | 696 |
| Tag Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,640 |
| Soda Maker | 8.41% | 7,009 |
| Hot Saw Helper | 8.89% | 14,127 |
| Film Technician | 15.21% | 5,319 |
Foreign languages spoken by gauge inspectors
- Carrier, 100.0%
Gauge inspector languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Carrier | 100.0% |