Industrial relations worker demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial relations worker gender statistics
53.6% of industrial relations workers are women and 46.4% of industrial relations workers are men.
- Female, 53.6%
- Male, 46.4%
Industrial relations worker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% |
| Male | 46.4% |
Industrial relations worker gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,076
Female income
$36,088
Industrial relations worker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial relations worker positions over time. Currently, 53.6% of industrial relations workers are female.
Industrial relations worker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 38.79% | 61.21% |
| 2011 | 37.73% | 62.27% |
| 2012 | 39.28% | 60.72% |
| 2013 | 41.19% | 58.81% |
| 2014 | 39.27% | 60.73% |
| 2015 | 42.99% | 57.01% |
| 2016 | 41.15% | 58.85% |
| 2017 | 42.11% | 57.89% |
| 2018 | 50.52% | 49.48% |
| 2019 | 48.42% | 51.58% |
| 2020 | 49.77% | 50.23% |
| 2021 | 46.43% | 53.57% |
Industrial relations worker related jobs gender ratio
We compared industrial relations workers 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 Worker | 46% | 54% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Industrial relations worker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial relations workers is White, which makes up 70.4% of all industrial relations workers. Comparatively, 9.4% of industrial relations workers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.8% of industrial relations workers are Asian.
- White, 70.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.4%
- Asian, 8.8%
- Black or African American, 6.4%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Industrial relations worker race
| Industrial relations worker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.4% |
| Asian | 8.8% |
| Black or African American | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Industrial relations worker race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial relations worker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial relations worker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.64% | 9.14% | 7.50% | 9.18% |
| 2011 | 71.90% | 8.69% | 7.23% | 8.97% |
| 2012 | 69.84% | 10.88% | 7.75% | 9.10% |
| 2013 | 71.15% | 8.71% | 8.65% | 9.21% |
| 2014 | 70.05% | 9.83% | 9.19% | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 70.53% | 8.82% | 8.99% | 9.05% |
| 2016 | 70.07% | 8.42% | 8.90% | 9.52% |
| 2017 | 70.11% | 8.43% | 9.91% | 9.28% |
| 2018 | 74.70% | 6.12% | 8.75% | 7.78% |
| 2019 | 73.89% | 6.53% | 8.10% | 8.69% |
| 2020 | 71.54% | 6.02% | 8.75% | 8.96% |
| 2021 | 70.43% | 6.36% | 8.83% | 9.39% |
Industrial relations worker wage gap by race
According to our data, asian industrial relations workers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino industrial relations workers have the lowest average salary at $38,244.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,136 |
| White | $39,976 |
| Black or African American | $38,382 |
| Asian | $43,894 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,244 |
Average industrial relations worker age
See how the average age of industrial relations workers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Industrial relations worker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 46 |
| Unknown | 44 | 43 |
| Asian | 42 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40 |
| White | 44 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 48.5 |
Industrial relations worker age breakdown
The average age of industrial relations workers is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the industrial relations worker population.
Industrial relations worker age breakdown
| Industrial Relations Worker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Industrial relations worker educational attainment
The most common degree for industrial relations workers is bachelor's degree, with 58% of industrial relations workers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 58%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Industrial relations workers by degree level
| Industrial relations worker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 58% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Industrial relations worker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial relations workers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $49,909 annually. With a Master's degree, industrial relations workers earn a median annual income of $48,727 compared to $42,625 for industrial relations workers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,727 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,625 |
| Doctorate Degree | $49,909 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,082 |
Industrial relations worker employment statistics
Most industrial relations workers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where industrial relations workers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial relations workers work.
Industrial relations worker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 24% |
Industrial relations worker jobs by company type
Employees with the industrial relations worker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most industrial relations workers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Industrial relations worker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 34% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 34% |
| Government | 8% |
Industrial relations worker jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial relations workers are education, professional and government.
Industrial relations worker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 25% |
| Professional | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Government | 6% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
Industrial relations worker turnover and employment statistics
Industrial relations worker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial relations workers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial relations worker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial relations worker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.91% |
| 2011 | 6.00% |
| 2012 | 5.43% |
| 2013 | 4.38% |
| 2014 | 4.31% |
| 2015 | 3.33% |
| 2016 | 3.41% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 2.68% |
| 2019 | 2.51% |
| 2020 | 3.52% |
| 2021 | 3.70% |
Average industrial relations worker tenure
The average industrial relations worker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 183 industrial relations workers resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial relations worker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Industrial relations worker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial relations workers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Printing Estimator | 4.41% | 11,945 |
| Logistics Internship | 8.65% | 61,001 |
| Corporate Human Resources Recruiter | 8.93% | 78,392 |
| Summer Research Fellow | 10.00% | 55,011 |
| Industrial Relations Worker | 11.05% | - |
| Forensic Medical Examiner | 11.64% | 49,209 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Similar industrial relations worker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Printing Estimator | 4.41% | 11,945 |
| Logistics Internship | 8.65% | 61,001 |
| Corporate Human Resources Recruiter | 8.93% | 78,392 |
| Summer Research Fellow | 10.00% | 55,011 |
| Forensic Medical Examiner | 11.64% | 49,209 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Foreign languages spoken by industrial relations workers
The most common foreign language among industrial relations workers is Spanish at 54.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 9.1% and Turkish is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 54.5%
- Chinese, 9.1%
- Turkish, 9.1%
- German, 9.1%
- French, 9.1%
- Other, 9.1%
Industrial relations worker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.5% |
| Chinese | 9.1% |
| Turkish | 9.1% |
| German | 9.1% |
| French | 9.1% |
| Other | 9.1% |