Industrial relations specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial relations specialist gender statistics
52.5% of industrial relations specialists are women and 47.5% of industrial relations specialists are men.
- Female, 52.5%
- Male, 47.5%
Industrial relations specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% |
| Male | 47.5% |
Industrial relations specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$58,054
Female income
$54,878
Industrial relations specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial relations specialist positions over time. Currently, 52.5% of industrial relations specialists are female.
Industrial relations specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.72% | 47.28% |
| 2011 | 49.99% | 50.01% |
| 2012 | 52.01% | 47.99% |
| 2013 | 50.37% | 49.63% |
| 2014 | 51.98% | 48.02% |
| 2015 | 49.13% | 50.87% |
| 2016 | 50.17% | 49.83% |
| 2017 | 49.92% | 50.08% |
| 2018 | 48.55% | 51.45% |
| 2019 | 47.71% | 52.29% |
| 2020 | 46.69% | 53.31% |
| 2021 | 47.46% | 52.54% |
Industrial relations specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared industrial relations specialists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Industrial Relations Specialist | 47% | 53% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Industrial relations specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial relations specialists is White, which makes up 56.5% of all industrial relations specialists. Comparatively, 19.4% of industrial relations specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 12.5% of industrial relations specialists are Black or African American.
- White, 56.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.4%
- Black or African American, 12.5%
- Asian, 5.9%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Industrial relations specialist race
| Industrial relations specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
| Black or African American | 12.5% |
| Asian | 5.9% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Industrial relations specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial relations specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial relations specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.55% | 14.02% | 4.01% | 15.78% |
| 2011 | 63.86% | 13.70% | 4.15% | 15.51% |
| 2012 | 63.95% | 13.20% | 4.15% | 16.11% |
| 2013 | 63.45% | 13.33% | 4.24% | 15.97% |
| 2014 | 61.63% | 13.67% | 4.99% | 16.72% |
| 2015 | 61.82% | 13.81% | 4.77% | 16.91% |
| 2016 | 61.31% | 14.08% | 5.01% | 16.56% |
| 2017 | 61.47% | 13.08% | 4.68% | 17.53% |
| 2018 | 61.88% | 11.81% | 5.44% | 17.96% |
| 2019 | 61.84% | 12.17% | 5.19% | 17.60% |
| 2020 | 58.58% | 13.15% | 5.49% | 17.42% |
| 2021 | 56.48% | 12.50% | 5.91% | 19.37% |
Industrial relations specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian industrial relations specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american industrial relations specialists have the lowest average salary at $56,441.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $58,571 |
| White | $57,806 |
| Black or African American | $56,441 |
| Asian | $60,526 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $57,010 |
Average industrial relations specialist age
See how the average age of industrial relations specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Industrial relations specialist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 44 |
| Unknown | 35.5 | 40 |
| Asian | 39 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35.5 | 37 |
| White | 39 | 41 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Industrial relations specialist age breakdown
The average age of industrial relations specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 52% of the industrial relations specialist population.
Industrial relations specialist age breakdown
| Industrial Relations Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 52% |
| 30-40 years | 32% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Industrial relations specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for industrial relations specialists is bachelor's degree, with 75% of industrial relations specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 75%
- Master's, 16%
- Associate, 8%
- Diploma, 2%
Industrial relations specialists by degree level
| Industrial relations specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 75% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Diploma | 2% |
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Industrial relations specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial relations specialists with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $72,222 annually. With a Master's degree, industrial relations specialists earn a median annual income of $67,083 compared to $60,839 for industrial relations specialists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $67,083 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $51,306 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,839 |
| Doctorate Degree | $72,222 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,440 |
Industrial relations specialist employment statistics
Most industrial relations specialists work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where industrial relations specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial relations specialists work.
Industrial relations specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Industrial relations specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the industrial relations specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most industrial relations specialists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Industrial relations specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 50% |
| Government | 13% |
Industrial relations specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial relations specialists are government, technology and manufacturing.
Industrial relations specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 18% |
| Government | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Education | 7% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
Industrial relations specialist turnover and employment statistics
Industrial relations specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial relations specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial relations specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial relations specialist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.44% |
| 2012 | 5.26% |
| 2013 | 4.87% |
| 2014 | 4.30% |
| 2015 | 3.40% |
| 2016 | 3.08% |
| 2017 | 2.52% |
| 2018 | 2.19% |
| 2019 | 2.85% |
| 2020 | 3.85% |
| 2021 | 3.78% |
Average industrial relations specialist tenure
The average industrial relations specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 64 industrial relations specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial relations specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 43% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Industrial relations specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial relations specialists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Crating And Moving Estimator | 4.41% | 11,371 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Industrial Relations Specialist | 8.93% | - |
| Market Researcher | 10.00% | 23,734 |
| New Business Coordinator | 11.05% | 69,998 |
| Compliance Coordinator | 11.64% | 33,823 |
| Fundraising Specialist | 19.25% | 19,019 |
Similar industrial relations specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Crating And Moving Estimator | 4.41% | 11,371 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Market Researcher | 10.00% | 23,734 |
| New Business Coordinator | 11.05% | 69,998 |
| Compliance Coordinator | 11.64% | 33,823 |
| Fundraising Specialist | 19.25% | 19,019 |
Foreign languages spoken by industrial relations specialists
- Persian, 50.0%
- Spanish, 50.0%
Industrial relations specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Persian | 50.0% |
| Spanish | 50.0% |
