Hazard waste handler demographics and statistics in the US
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Hazard waste handler demographics by:
Hazard waste handler gender statistics
3.9% of hazard waste handlers are women and 96.1% of hazard waste handlers are men.
- Male, 96.1%
- Female, 3.9%
Hazard waste handler gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.1% |
| Female | 3.9% |
Hazard waste handler gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,773
Female income
$51,531
Hazard waste handler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in hazard waste handler positions over time. Currently, 3.9% of hazard waste handlers are female.
Hazard waste handler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.72% | 4.28% |
| 2011 | 96.26% | 3.74% |
| 2012 | 96.56% | 3.44% |
| 2013 | 97.04% | 2.96% |
| 2014 | 97.42% | 2.58% |
| 2015 | 95.82% | 4.18% |
| 2016 | 97.47% | 2.53% |
| 2017 | 96.70% | 3.30% |
| 2018 | 96.21% | 3.79% |
| 2019 | 95.85% | 4.15% |
| 2020 | 95.41% | 4.59% |
| 2021 | 96.10% | 3.90% |
Hazard waste handler related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Hazard Waste Handler | 96% | 4% |
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Hazard waste handler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among hazard waste handlers is White, which makes up 51.0% of all hazard waste handlers. Comparatively, 29.2% of hazard waste handlers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of hazard waste handlers are Black or African American.
- White, 51.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 29.2%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 3.2%
- Unknown, 3.1%
- Asian, 2.3%
Hazard waste handler race
| Hazard waste handler race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.2% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 3.2% |
| Unknown | 3.1% |
| Asian | 2.3% |
Hazard waste handler race and ethnicity over time
See how hazard waste handler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Hazard waste handler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.31% | 20.03% | 2.27% | 20.11% |
| 2011 | 51.43% | 18.22% | 1.25% | 23.57% |
| 2012 | 55.46% | 16.31% | 1.84% | 22.03% |
| 2013 | 53.79% | 13.89% | 3.17% | 24.41% |
| 2014 | 57.50% | 14.79% | 1.52% | 23.51% |
| 2015 | 55.70% | 14.34% | 1.82% | 22.56% |
| 2016 | 53.01% | 13.45% | 2.35% | 27.69% |
| 2017 | 55.32% | 14.14% | 2.15% | 23.64% |
| 2018 | 56.39% | 14.94% | 3.19% | 21.67% |
| 2019 | 52.16% | 16.84% | 3.69% | 21.99% |
| 2020 | 54.65% | 12.71% | 2.57% | 25.37% |
| 2021 | 51.03% | 11.21% | 2.26% | 29.16% |
Hazard waste handler wage gap by race
According to our data, asian hazard waste handlers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american hazard waste handlers have the lowest average salary at $50,365.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,862 |
| White | $53,985 |
| Black or African American | $50,365 |
| Asian | $63,813 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,749 |
Average hazard waste handler age
See how the average age of hazard waste handlers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Hazard waste handler age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 41 | 51 |
| Black or African American | 58.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 |
Hazard waste handler age breakdown
The average age of hazard waste handlers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the hazard waste handler population.
Hazard waste handler age breakdown
| Hazard Waste Handler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Hazard waste handler educational attainment
The most common degree for hazard waste handlers is high school diploma, with 30% of hazard waste handlers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 30% and associate degree degree at 22%.
- High School Diploma, 30%
- Associate, 30%
- Diploma, 22%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Hazard waste handlers by degree level
| Hazard waste handler degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 30% |
| Associate | 30% |
| Diploma | 22% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Hazard waste handler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, hazard waste handlers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $62,511 annually. With a Master's degree, hazard waste handlers earn a median annual income of $60,862 compared to $57,333 for hazard waste handlers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $60,862 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,938 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,511 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,333 |
Hazard waste handler employment statistics
Most hazard waste handlers work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where hazard waste handlers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where hazard waste handlers work.
Hazard waste handler jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 41% |
| > 10,000 employees | 38% |
Hazard waste handler jobs by company type
Employees with the hazard waste handler job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most hazard waste handlers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Hazard waste handler jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 48% |
| Government | 11% |
Hazard waste handler jobs by industry
The most common industries for hazard waste handlers are professional, education and government.
Hazard waste handler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 17% |
| Education | 10% |
| Government | 10% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Utilities | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
Hazard waste handler turnover and employment statistics
Hazard waste handler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for hazard waste handlers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Hazard waste handler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Hazard waste handler unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.68% |
| 2011 | 17.31% |
| 2012 | 14.29% |
| 2013 | 12.82% |
| 2014 | 12.85% |
| 2015 | 7.99% |
| 2016 | 11.34% |
| 2017 | 6.79% |
| 2018 | 5.38% |
| 2019 | 7.57% |
| 2020 | 8.84% |
| 2021 | 10.95% |
Average hazard waste handler tenure
The average hazard waste handler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 82 hazard waste handlers resumes in Zippia's database.
Hazard waste handler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 44% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Hazard waste handler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of hazard waste handlers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wire Fence Erector | 2.28% | 397 |
| Elevator Troubleshooter | 3.71% | 482 |
| Highway Worker | 4.29% | 20,215 |
| Code Inspector | 5.17% | 16,664 |
| Aluminum Pool Installer | 5.18% | 16,511 |
| Hazard Waste Handler | 9.24% | - |
Similar hazard waste handler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Wire Fence Erector | 2.28% | 397 |
| Elevator Troubleshooter | 3.71% | 482 |
| Highway Worker | 4.29% | 20,215 |
| Code Inspector | 5.17% | 16,664 |
| Aluminum Pool Installer | 5.18% | 16,511 |
Foreign languages spoken by hazard waste handlers
- Thai, 50.0%
- Spanish, 50.0%
Hazard waste handler languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Thai | 50.0% |
| Spanish | 50.0% |