Gravel truck driver demographics and statistics in the US
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Gravel truck driver gender statistics
6.3% of gravel truck drivers are women and 93.7% of gravel truck drivers are men.
- Male, 93.7%
- Female, 6.3%
Gravel truck driver gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.7% |
| Female | 6.3% |
Gravel truck driver gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,903
Female income
$38,855
Gravel truck driver gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in gravel truck driver positions over time. Currently, 6.3% of gravel truck drivers are female.
Gravel truck driver gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.38% | 4.62% |
| 2011 | 95.24% | 4.76% |
| 2012 | 94.81% | 5.19% |
| 2013 | 94.61% | 5.39% |
| 2014 | 94.41% | 5.59% |
| 2015 | 94.48% | 5.52% |
| 2016 | 94.30% | 5.70% |
| 2017 | 94.18% | 5.82% |
| 2018 | 93.50% | 6.50% |
| 2019 | 93.62% | 6.38% |
| 2020 | 93.74% | 6.26% |
| 2021 | 93.68% | 6.32% |
Gravel truck driver related jobs gender ratio
We compared gravel truck drivers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, diesel truck driver and tank wagon driver have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Bus Matron | 11% | 89% |
| Bus Escort | 18% | 82% |
| Bus Monitor | 19% | 81% |
| Gravel Truck Driver | 94% | 6% |
| Wrecker Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tank Wagon Driver | 99% | 1% |
| Diesel Truck Driver | 100% | 0% |
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Gravel truck driver demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among gravel truck drivers is White, which makes up 65.6% of all gravel truck drivers. Comparatively, 14.8% of gravel truck drivers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of gravel truck drivers are Black or African American.
- White, 65.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.8%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Asian, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Gravel truck driver race
| Gravel truck driver race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Asian | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Gravel truck driver race and ethnicity over time
See how gravel truck driver racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Gravel truck driver race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.66% | 9.36% | 2.47% | 11.05% |
| 2011 | 74.29% | 9.74% | 2.49% | 10.94% |
| 2012 | 73.58% | 9.89% | 2.63% | 11.28% |
| 2013 | 73.66% | 9.43% | 2.55% | 11.80% |
| 2014 | 73.39% | 9.87% | 2.73% | 11.45% |
| 2015 | 72.47% | 10.20% | 2.77% | 11.91% |
| 2016 | 71.69% | 9.84% | 2.87% | 12.78% |
| 2017 | 71.48% | 9.97% | 2.89% | 12.95% |
| 2018 | 70.98% | 10.01% | 3.19% | 12.96% |
| 2019 | 71.37% | 9.98% | 3.02% | 12.86% |
| 2020 | 68.59% | 9.96% | 3.25% | 13.15% |
| 2021 | 65.64% | 10.65% | 3.59% | 14.76% |
Gravel truck driver wage gap by race
According to our data, white gravel truck drivers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian gravel truck drivers have the lowest average salary at $42,600.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,983 |
| White | $43,302 |
| Black or African American | $42,729 |
| Asian | $42,600 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,905 |
Average gravel truck driver age
See how the average age of gravel truck drivers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Gravel truck driver age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 44 |
| Unknown | 46 | 39.5 |
| Asian | 46 | 43 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 43 |
| White | 51 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 49.5 | 47 |
Gravel truck driver age breakdown
The average age of gravel truck drivers is 40+ years years old, representing 72% of the gravel truck driver population.
Gravel truck driver age breakdown
| Gravel Truck Driver Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Gravel truck driver educational attainment
The most common degree for gravel truck drivers is high school diploma, with 52% of gravel truck drivers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 16% and bachelor's degree degree at 12%.
- High School Diploma, 52%
- Bachelor's, 16%
- Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 16%
Gravel truck drivers by degree level
| Gravel truck driver degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 52% |
| Bachelor's | 16% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 16% |
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Gravel truck driver wage gap by degree level
According to the data, gravel truck drivers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $44,893 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, gravel truck drivers earn a median annual income of $44,462 compared to $44,121 for gravel truck drivers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,771 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,121 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,462 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,893 |
Gravel truck driver employment statistics
Company size where gravel truck drivers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where gravel truck drivers work.
Gravel truck driver jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 18% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 18% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 12% |
| > 10,000 employees | 6% |
Gravel truck driver jobs by industry
The most common industries for gravel truck drivers are construction, manufacturing and technology.
Gravel truck driver industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 26% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Technology | 16% |
| Government | 11% |
| Start-up | 11% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Insurance | 5% |
Gravel truck driver turnover and employment statistics
Gravel truck driver unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for gravel truck drivers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gravel truck driver unemployment rate by year
| Year | Gravel truck driver unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.33% |
| 2011 | 8.73% |
| 2012 | 7.76% |
| 2013 | 6.88% |
| 2014 | 5.54% |
| 2015 | 4.98% |
| 2016 | 4.17% |
| 2017 | 4.08% |
| 2018 | 3.68% |
| 2019 | 3.45% |
| 2020 | 5.26% |
| 2021 | 5.44% |
Average gravel truck driver tenure
The average gravel truck driver stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 110 gravel truck drivers resumes in Zippia's database.
Gravel truck driver tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Gravel truck driver LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of gravel truck drivers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Gate Driver | 1.73% | 6,045 |
| Gravel Truck Driver | 3.95% | - |
| Car Driver | 6.17% | 165,325 |
| Transit Operator | 8.69% | 30,489 |
| School Bus Monitor | 8.77% | 27,486 |
Similar gravel truck driver jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Gate Driver | 1.73% | 6,045 |
| Car Driver | 6.17% | 165,325 |
| Transit Operator | 8.69% | 30,489 |
| School Bus Monitor | 8.77% | 27,486 |
