Insert operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Insert operator gender statistics
44.6% of insert operators are women and 55.4% of insert operators are men.
- Male, 55.4%
- Female, 44.6%
Insert operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 55.4% |
| Female | 44.6% |
Insert operator gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,810
Female income
$31,601
Insert operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in insert operator positions over time. Currently, 44.6% of insert operators are female.
Insert operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50.06% | 49.94% |
| 2011 | 48.64% | 51.36% |
| 2012 | 49.05% | 50.95% |
| 2013 | 50.47% | 49.53% |
| 2014 | 49.58% | 50.42% |
| 2015 | 47.97% | 52.03% |
| 2016 | 53.34% | 46.66% |
| 2017 | 51.24% | 48.76% |
| 2018 | 51.68% | 48.32% |
| 2019 | 51.80% | 48.20% |
| 2020 | 47.88% | 52.12% |
| 2021 | 55.44% | 44.56% |
Insert operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared insert operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Insert Operator | 55% | 45% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Insert operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among insert operators is White, which makes up 62.6% of all insert operators. Comparatively, 17.0% of insert operators are Hispanic or Latino and 9.3% of insert operators are Black or African American.
- White, 62.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.0%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Asian, 6.9%
- Unknown, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Insert operator race
| Insert operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Asian | 6.9% |
| Unknown | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Insert operator race and ethnicity over time
See how insert operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Insert operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.82% | 10.34% | 7.41% | 15.63% |
| 2011 | 62.50% | 12.52% | 6.53% | 15.89% |
| 2012 | 64.96% | 12.07% | 6.23% | 14.42% |
| 2013 | 64.42% | 10.54% | 6.16% | 15.70% |
| 2014 | 63.41% | 11.79% | 6.99% | 15.41% |
| 2015 | 63.78% | 11.15% | 7.54% | 15.36% |
| 2016 | 63.78% | 9.13% | 6.86% | 17.26% |
| 2017 | 63.04% | 10.13% | 6.53% | 17.28% |
| 2018 | 64.69% | 10.77% | 4.93% | 16.13% |
| 2019 | 66.09% | 7.66% | 7.74% | 16.25% |
| 2020 | 66.05% | 6.14% | 8.60% | 15.01% |
| 2021 | 62.64% | 9.26% | 6.94% | 16.95% |
Insert operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian insert operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown insert operators have the lowest average salary at $31,878.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,878 |
| White | $34,395 |
| Black or African American | $33,712 |
| Asian | $35,598 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,576 |
Average insert operator age
See how the average age of insert operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Insert operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 45 | 54 |
| Black or African American | 41 | 46 |
| Asian | 50 | 57 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 49 |
Insert operator age breakdown
The average age of insert operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the insert operator population.
Insert operator age breakdown
| Insert Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Insert operator educational attainment
The most common degree for insert operators is high school diploma, with 44% of insert operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Associate, 19%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Diploma, 13%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Insert operators by degree level
| Insert operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Insert operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, insert operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,965 annually. With a Associate degree, insert operators earn a median annual income of $33,124 compared to $32,865 for insert operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,865 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,965 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,124 |
Insert operator employment statistics
Most insert operators work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where insert operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where insert operators work.
Insert operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Insert operator jobs by company type
Employees with the insert operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most insert operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Insert operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 1% |
Insert operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for insert operators are media, professional and technology.
Insert operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 30% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Insurance | 6% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Insert operator turnover and employment statistics
Insert operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for insert operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Insert operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Insert operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.67% |
| 2011 | 13.55% |
| 2012 | 13.34% |
| 2013 | 10.77% |
| 2014 | 9.11% |
| 2015 | 7.56% |
| 2016 | 7.66% |
| 2017 | 6.16% |
| 2018 | 6.02% |
| 2019 | 3.72% |
| 2020 | 6.72% |
| 2021 | 9.40% |
Average insert operator tenure
The average insert operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,569 insert operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Insert operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Insert operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of insert operators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Typesetting Machine Operator | 4.67% | 55,362 |
| Telecommunications Clerk | 5.99% | 67,202 |
| Sealer | 6.98% | 127 |
| Insert Operator | 7.16% | - |
| Paper Processor | 11.18% | 7,044 |
| Museum Informatics Specialist | 11.19% | 719 |
| Copy Center Operator | 14.20% | 54,046 |
Similar insert operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Typesetting Machine Operator | 4.67% | 55,362 |
| Telecommunications Clerk | 5.99% | 67,202 |
| Sealer | 6.98% | 127 |
| Paper Processor | 11.18% | 7,044 |
| Museum Informatics Specialist | 11.19% | 719 |
| Copy Center Operator | 14.20% | 54,046 |
Foreign languages spoken by insert operators
The most common foreign language among insert operators is Spanish at 63.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 11.1% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 7.4%.
- Spanish, 63.0%
- Chinese, 11.1%
- Mandarin, 7.4%
- Filipino, 3.7%
- Burmese, 3.7%
- Other, 11.1%
Insert operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 63.0% |
| Chinese | 11.1% |
| Mandarin | 7.4% |
| Filipino | 3.7% |
| Burmese | 3.7% |
| Other | 11.1% |
