Industrial radiographer demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial radiographer demographics by:
Industrial radiographer gender statistics
8.2% of industrial radiographers are women and 91.8% of industrial radiographers are men.
- Male, 91.8%
- Female, 8.2%
Industrial radiographer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.8% |
| Female | 8.2% |
Industrial radiographer gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,348
Female income
$42,314
Industrial radiographer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial radiographer positions over time. Currently, 8.2% of industrial radiographers are female.
Industrial radiographer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.43% | 6.57% |
| 2011 | 93.28% | 6.72% |
| 2012 | 93.69% | 6.31% |
| 2013 | 92.69% | 7.31% |
| 2014 | 93.27% | 6.73% |
| 2015 | 93.07% | 6.93% |
| 2016 | 93.22% | 6.78% |
| 2017 | 93.18% | 6.82% |
| 2018 | 92.40% | 7.60% |
| 2019 | 91.77% | 8.23% |
| 2020 | 92.42% | 7.58% |
| 2021 | 91.84% | 8.16% |
Industrial radiographer related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Radiographer | 92% | 8% |
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Industrial radiographer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial radiographers is White, which makes up 61.0% of all industrial radiographers. Comparatively, 16.6% of industrial radiographers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of industrial radiographers are Black or African American.
- White, 61.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.6%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Industrial radiographer race
| Industrial radiographer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Industrial radiographer race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial radiographer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial radiographer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.22% | 9.62% | 7.22% | 14.37% |
| 2011 | 66.68% | 9.73% | 7.90% | 13.24% |
| 2012 | 65.70% | 10.14% | 8.24% | 13.38% |
| 2013 | 64.92% | 10.41% | 7.40% | 13.89% |
| 2014 | 66.10% | 9.25% | 7.71% | 14.07% |
| 2015 | 65.69% | 9.54% | 7.07% | 14.65% |
| 2016 | 64.49% | 9.95% | 7.56% | 15.01% |
| 2017 | 64.29% | 9.82% | 7.78% | 14.85% |
| 2018 | 64.26% | 8.97% | 7.73% | 16.05% |
| 2019 | 64.72% | 8.70% | 7.63% | 16.16% |
| 2020 | 62.65% | 8.05% | 7.91% | 16.12% |
| 2021 | 60.99% | 9.40% | 7.50% | 16.56% |
Industrial radiographer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian industrial radiographers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american industrial radiographers have the lowest average salary at $47,689.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,686 |
| White | $49,745 |
| Black or African American | $47,689 |
| Asian | $51,219 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,475 |
Average industrial radiographer age
See how the average age of industrial radiographers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Industrial radiographer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 48 |
| Unknown | 43 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 44 |
| White | 46.5 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Industrial radiographer age breakdown
The average age of industrial radiographers is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the industrial radiographer population.
Industrial radiographer age breakdown
| Industrial Radiographer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Industrial radiographer educational attainment
The most common degree for industrial radiographers is high school diploma, with 43% of industrial radiographers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 43%
- Associate, 27%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Industrial radiographers by degree level
| Industrial radiographer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 43% |
| Associate | 27% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Industrial radiographer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial radiographers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $54,281 annually. With a Associate degree, industrial radiographers earn a median annual income of $51,629 compared to $50,629 for industrial radiographers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,281 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,708 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,629 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,629 |
Industrial radiographer employment statistics
Company size where industrial radiographers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial radiographers work.
Industrial radiographer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Industrial radiographer jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial radiographers are energy, technology and manufacturing.
Industrial radiographer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 21% |
| Technology | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Transportation | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Internet | 5% |
| Media | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Industrial radiographer turnover and employment statistics
Industrial radiographer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial radiographers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial radiographer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial radiographer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.39% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 5.70% |
| 2013 | 4.72% |
| 2014 | 3.88% |
| 2015 | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 3.28% |
| 2017 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.91% |
| 2021 | 4.04% |
Average industrial radiographer tenure
The average industrial radiographer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 185 industrial radiographers resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial radiographer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Industrial radiographer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial radiographers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Topographic Computator | 4.94% | 14,927 |
| Staking Technician | 5.61% | 6,222 |
| Architectural Designer | 5.82% | 54,358 |
| Industrial Radiographer | 6.29% | - |
| Digital Technician | 8.40% | 54,243 |
Similar industrial radiographer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Topographic Computator | 4.94% | 14,927 |
| Staking Technician | 5.61% | 6,222 |
| Architectural Designer | 5.82% | 54,358 |
| Digital Technician | 8.40% | 54,243 |
Foreign languages spoken by industrial radiographers
The most common foreign language among industrial radiographers is Swedish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- Swedish, 33.3%
- Japanese, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Industrial radiographer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Swedish | 33.3% |
| Japanese | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |