Hospital technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Hospital technician gender statistics
67.9% of hospital technicians are women and 32.1% of hospital technicians are men.
- Female, 67.9%
- Male, 32.1%
Hospital technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 67.9% |
| Male | 32.1% |
Hospital technician gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,099
Female income
$36,266
Hospital technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in hospital technician positions over time. Currently, 67.9% of hospital technicians are female.
Hospital technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 21.86% | 78.14% |
| 2011 | 22.91% | 77.09% |
| 2012 | 19.35% | 80.65% |
| 2013 | 19.07% | 80.93% |
| 2014 | 19.16% | 80.84% |
| 2015 | 18.83% | 81.17% |
| 2016 | 17.48% | 82.52% |
| 2017 | 17.72% | 82.28% |
| 2018 | 31.24% | 68.76% |
| 2019 | 29.52% | 70.48% |
| 2020 | 31.29% | 68.71% |
| 2021 | 32.07% | 67.93% |
Hospital technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared hospital technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Hospital Technician | 32% | 68% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Hospital technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among hospital technicians is White, which makes up 56.9% of all hospital technicians. Comparatively, 17.0% of hospital technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 12.7% of hospital technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 56.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.0%
- Black or African American, 12.7%
- Asian, 8.0%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Hospital technician race
| Hospital technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 12.7% |
| Asian | 8.0% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Hospital technician race and ethnicity over time
See how hospital technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Hospital technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.64% | 16.62% | 6.56% | 17.23% |
| 2011 | 56.95% | 18.06% | 5.48% | 16.44% |
| 2012 | 58.84% | 15.99% | 5.56% | 16.14% |
| 2013 | 58.67% | 16.57% | 5.37% | 15.75% |
| 2014 | 60.74% | 15.56% | 6.20% | 14.59% |
| 2015 | 60.28% | 15.72% | 6.55% | 14.61% |
| 2016 | 62.91% | 14.59% | 6.08% | 13.65% |
| 2017 | 61.97% | 13.32% | 6.82% | 14.84% |
| 2018 | 62.19% | 13.33% | 6.03% | 15.64% |
| 2019 | 63.19% | 12.84% | 6.51% | 14.28% |
| 2020 | 61.68% | 13.14% | 5.52% | 14.63% |
| 2021 | 56.93% | 12.71% | 7.97% | 16.95% |
Hospital technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian hospital technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american hospital technicians have the lowest average salary at $36,315.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,483 |
| White | $36,431 |
| Black or African American | $36,315 |
| Asian | $38,799 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,526 |
Average hospital technician age
See how the average age of hospital technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Hospital technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 44 |
| Unknown | 34 | 46.5 |
| Asian | 43 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 34 | 45 |
| White | 39 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47.5 |
Hospital technician age breakdown
The average age of hospital technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 66% of the hospital technician population.
Hospital technician age breakdown
| Hospital Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 66% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Hospital technician educational attainment
The most common degree for hospital technicians is bachelor's degree, with 35% of hospital technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 33% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 35%
- Associate, 33%
- High School Diploma, 15%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Hospital technicians by degree level
| Hospital technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 35% |
| Associate | 33% |
| High School Diploma | 15% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Hospital technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, hospital technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $40,985 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, hospital technicians earn a median annual income of $37,202 compared to $35,679 for hospital technicians with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,985 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,210 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,202 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,679 |
Hospital technician employment statistics
Most hospital technicians work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where hospital technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where hospital technicians work.
Hospital technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 21% |
Hospital technician jobs by company type
Employees with the hospital technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most hospital technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Hospital technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 4% |
Hospital technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for hospital technicians are health care, professional and education.
Hospital technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 45% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Education | 8% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Hospital technician turnover and employment statistics
Hospital technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for hospital technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Hospital technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Hospital technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.77% |
| 2011 | 6.79% |
| 2012 | 5.10% |
| 2013 | 5.49% |
| 2014 | 4.85% |
| 2015 | 3.93% |
| 2016 | 2.26% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 2.09% |
| 2019 | 1.90% |
| 2020 | 2.30% |
| 2021 | 3.29% |
Average hospital technician tenure
The average hospital technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 645 hospital technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Hospital technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Hospital technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of hospital 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microfilm Technician | 5.02% | 48,061 |
| Pediatric Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 39,062 |
| Pathology Assistant | 8.24% | 4,855 |
| Hospital Technician | 9.29% | - |
| Licensed Dispensing Optician | 12.53% | 14,001 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Nuclear Medicine Specialist | 21.93% | 12,512 |
Similar hospital technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Microfilm Technician | 5.02% | 48,061 |
| Pediatric Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 39,062 |
| Pathology Assistant | 8.24% | 4,855 |
| Licensed Dispensing Optician | 12.53% | 14,001 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Nuclear Medicine Specialist | 21.93% | 12,512 |
Foreign languages spoken by hospital technicians
The most common foreign language among hospital technicians is Spanish at 43.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 12.5% and Italian is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 43.8%
- Japanese, 12.5%
- Italian, 12.5%
- Swahili, 6.3%
- French, 6.3%
- Other, 18.6%
Hospital technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 43.8% |
| Japanese | 12.5% |
| Italian | 12.5% |
| Swahili | 6.3% |
| French | 6.3% |
| Other | 18.6% |
