Industrial hygiene technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial hygiene technician demographics by:
Industrial hygiene technician gender statistics
24.2% of industrial hygiene technicians are women and 75.8% of industrial hygiene technicians are men.
- Male, 75.8%
- Female, 24.2%
Industrial hygiene technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 75.8% |
| Female | 24.2% |
Industrial hygiene technician gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$53,636
Female income
$50,522
Industrial hygiene technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial hygiene technician positions over time. Currently, 24.2% of industrial hygiene technicians are female.
Industrial hygiene technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.50% | 36.50% |
| 2011 | 62.98% | 37.02% |
| 2012 | 65.10% | 34.90% |
| 2013 | 68.42% | 31.58% |
| 2014 | 63.10% | 36.90% |
| 2015 | 61.75% | 38.25% |
| 2016 | 58.82% | 41.18% |
| 2017 | 54.37% | 45.63% |
| 2018 | 75.99% | 24.01% |
| 2019 | 73.24% | 26.76% |
| 2020 | 73.99% | 26.01% |
| 2021 | 75.84% | 24.16% |
Industrial hygiene technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared industrial hygiene technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, certified industrial hygienist and chief safety officer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Midwife | 7% | 93% |
| Genetic Counselor | 12% | 88% |
| Utilization Review Coordinator | 17% | 83% |
| Industrial Hygiene Technician | 76% | 24% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Industrial hygiene technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial hygiene technicians is White, which makes up 62.6% of all industrial hygiene technicians. Comparatively, 14.3% of industrial hygiene technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of industrial hygiene technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 62.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.3%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Asian, 5.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Industrial hygiene technician race
| Industrial hygiene technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.3% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Asian | 5.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Industrial hygiene technician race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial hygiene technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial hygiene technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.86% | 9.97% | 4.34% | 10.63% |
| 2011 | 68.49% | 12.74% | 3.86% | 11.92% |
| 2012 | 69.11% | 12.23% | 3.97% | 11.54% |
| 2013 | 68.05% | 11.85% | 4.72% | 11.78% |
| 2014 | 68.79% | 11.80% | 4.35% | 11.64% |
| 2015 | 70.26% | 11.52% | 4.93% | 10.24% |
| 2016 | 69.94% | 10.85% | 5.17% | 11.88% |
| 2017 | 65.19% | 13.84% | 6.33% | 11.00% |
| 2018 | 66.61% | 10.99% | 4.78% | 13.95% |
| 2019 | 68.52% | 10.54% | 4.42% | 13.57% |
| 2020 | 65.36% | 10.13% | 3.88% | 15.73% |
| 2021 | 62.62% | 10.04% | 5.66% | 14.27% |
Industrial hygiene technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian industrial hygiene technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino industrial hygiene technicians have the lowest average salary at $52,222.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,978 |
| White | $52,816 |
| Black or African American | $53,540 |
| Asian | $56,741 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $52,222 |
Average industrial hygiene technician age
See how the average age of industrial hygiene technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Industrial hygiene technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | 37 |
| White | 48 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 37 |
| Asian | 43 | 38.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Industrial hygiene technician age breakdown
The average age of industrial hygiene technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the industrial hygiene technician population.
Industrial hygiene technician age breakdown
| Industrial Hygiene Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Industrial hygiene technician educational attainment
The most common degree for industrial hygiene technicians is bachelor's degree, with 60% of industrial hygiene technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Industrial hygiene technicians by degree level
| Industrial hygiene technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Industrial hygiene technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial hygiene technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $63,718 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, industrial hygiene technicians earn a median annual income of $54,730 compared to $53,764 for industrial hygiene technicians with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $63,718 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $48,543 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,730 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,764 |
Industrial hygiene technician employment statistics
Most industrial hygiene technicians work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where industrial hygiene technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial hygiene technicians work.
Industrial hygiene technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Industrial hygiene technician jobs by company type
Employees with the industrial hygiene technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most industrial hygiene technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Industrial hygiene technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 14% |
Industrial hygiene technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial hygiene technicians are manufacturing, professional and government.
Industrial hygiene technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Government | 11% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Industrial hygiene technician turnover and employment statistics
Industrial hygiene technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial hygiene technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial hygiene technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial hygiene technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.00% |
| 2011 | 4.18% |
| 2012 | 5.08% |
| 2013 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.44% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 3.27% |
| 2019 | 2.43% |
| 2020 | 2.91% |
| 2021 | 3.04% |
Average industrial hygiene technician tenure
The average industrial hygiene technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 646 industrial hygiene technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial hygiene technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Industrial hygiene technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial hygiene 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Pharmacist | 5.03% | 115,299 |
| Industrial Hygiene Technician | 7.06% | - |
| Health Care Administrator | 8.20% | 161,949 |
| Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 27,215 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar industrial hygiene technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Pharmacist | 5.03% | 115,299 |
| Health Care Administrator | 8.20% | 161,949 |
| Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 27,215 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by industrial hygiene technicians
The most common foreign language among industrial hygiene technicians is Spanish at 80.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.3% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 80.0%
- French, 13.3%
- Arabic, 6.7%
Industrial hygiene technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 80.0% |
| French | 13.3% |
| Arabic | 6.7% |
