Industrial machinery mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial machinery mechanic demographics by:
Industrial machinery mechanic gender statistics
1.0% of industrial machinery mechanics are women and 99.0% of industrial machinery mechanics are men.
- Male, 99.0%
- Female, 1.0%
Industrial machinery mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 99.0% |
| Female | 1.0% |
Industrial machinery mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,413
Female income
$49,543
Industrial machinery mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial machinery mechanic positions over time. Currently, 1.0% of industrial machinery mechanics are female.
Industrial machinery mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 99.00% | 1.00% |
| 2011 | 98.99% | 1.01% |
| 2012 | 98.92% | 1.08% |
| 2013 | 98.97% | 1.03% |
| 2014 | 99.15% | 0.85% |
| 2015 | 99.22% | 0.78% |
| 2016 | 98.96% | 1.04% |
| 2017 | 98.92% | 1.08% |
| 2018 | 98.87% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | 98.91% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | 99.16% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | 99.04% | 0.96% |
Industrial machinery mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared industrial machinery mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Industrial machinery mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial machinery mechanics is White, which makes up 66.6% of all industrial machinery mechanics. Comparatively, 16.9% of industrial machinery mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 8.1% of industrial machinery mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 66.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.9%
- Black or African American, 8.1%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Industrial machinery mechanic race
| Industrial machinery mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.1% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Industrial machinery mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial machinery mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial machinery mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.17% | 8.28% | 2.59% | 14.97% |
| 2011 | 71.75% | 8.46% | 2.95% | 14.83% |
| 2012 | 71.56% | 8.07% | 2.94% | 15.33% |
| 2013 | 71.98% | 8.08% | 2.78% | 14.98% |
| 2014 | 71.24% | 8.24% | 3.13% | 15.41% |
| 2015 | 71.55% | 7.48% | 3.02% | 16.10% |
| 2016 | 70.06% | 7.79% | 3.02% | 16.60% |
| 2017 | 69.86% | 8.18% | 3.41% | 16.31% |
| 2018 | 70.16% | 7.95% | 3.23% | 16.78% |
| 2019 | 71.35% | 7.18% | 3.47% | 16.05% |
| 2020 | 69.42% | 7.14% | 3.12% | 16.19% |
| 2021 | 66.56% | 8.07% | 3.35% | 16.95% |
Industrial machinery mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown industrial machinery mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american industrial machinery mechanics have the lowest average salary at $49,025.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,401 |
| White | $52,100 |
| Black or African American | $49,025 |
| Asian | $52,156 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,462 |
Average industrial machinery mechanic age
See how the average age of industrial machinery mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Industrial machinery mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | |
| Unknown | 49 | |
| Asian | 52 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | |
| White | 50 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50.5 |
Industrial machinery mechanic age breakdown
The average age of industrial machinery mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 73% of the industrial machinery mechanic population.
Industrial machinery mechanic age breakdown
| Industrial Machinery Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 73% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Industrial machinery mechanic educational attainment
- Diploma, 29%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Associate, 23%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Industrial machinery mechanics by degree level
| Industrial machinery mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Diploma | 29% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Industrial machinery mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial machinery mechanics with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $54,665 annually. With a Associate degree, industrial machinery mechanics earn a median annual income of $53,928 compared to $50,130 for industrial machinery mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $50,130 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,665 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,928 |
Industrial machinery mechanic employment statistics
Most industrial machinery mechanics work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where industrial machinery mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial machinery mechanics work.
Industrial machinery mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Industrial machinery mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the industrial machinery mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most industrial machinery mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Industrial machinery mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 2% |
Industrial machinery mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial machinery mechanics are manufacturing, professional and construction.
Industrial machinery mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 29% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Construction | 10% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Industrial machinery mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Industrial machinery mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial machinery mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial machinery mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial machinery mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.83% |
| 2011 | 5.60% |
| 2012 | 5.45% |
| 2013 | 4.37% |
| 2014 | 3.57% |
| 2015 | 3.11% |
| 2016 | 3.40% |
| 2017 | 2.51% |
| 2018 | 2.33% |
| 2019 | 2.36% |
| 2020 | 2.75% |
| 2021 | 3.05% |
Average industrial machinery mechanic tenure
The average industrial machinery mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 125 industrial machinery mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial machinery mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 24% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Industrial machinery mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial machinery mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Serviceman | 1.73% | 1,833 |
| Maintenance Millwright | 2.00% | 118,140 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanic | 2.48% | - |
| Time Lock Expert | 3.52% | 8,594 |
| Wet-End Helper | 3.67% | 26,260 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Time Clock Mechanic | 8.86% | 34,015 |
Similar industrial machinery mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Serviceman | 1.73% | 1,833 |
| Maintenance Millwright | 2.00% | 118,140 |
| Time Lock Expert | 3.52% | 8,594 |
| Wet-End Helper | 3.67% | 26,260 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Time Clock Mechanic | 8.86% | 34,015 |
Foreign languages spoken by industrial machinery mechanics
- Spanish, 75.0%
- Russian, 25.0%
Industrial machinery mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.0% |
| Russian | 25.0% |
