Key punch operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Key punch operator gender statistics
91.0% of key punch operators are women and 9.0% of key punch operators are men.
- Female, 91.0%
- Male, 9.0%
Key punch operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 91.0% |
| Male | 9.0% |
Key punch operator gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,263
Female income
$34,619
Key punch operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in key punch operator positions over time. Currently, 91.0% of key punch operators are female.
Key punch operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.30% | 93.70% |
| 2011 | 6.92% | 93.08% |
| 2012 | 7.40% | 92.60% |
| 2013 | 7.47% | 92.53% |
| 2014 | 7.72% | 92.28% |
| 2015 | 8.39% | 91.61% |
| 2016 | 8.57% | 91.43% |
| 2017 | 8.60% | 91.40% |
| 2018 | 8.76% | 91.24% |
| 2019 | 8.18% | 91.82% |
| 2020 | 8.59% | 91.41% |
| 2021 | 9.02% | 90.98% |
Key punch operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared key punch 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% |
| Key Punch Operator | 9% | 91% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Key punch operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among key punch operators is White, which makes up 59.9% of all key punch operators. Comparatively, 17.5% of key punch operators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.4% of key punch operators are Black or African American.
- White, 59.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 12.4%
- Asian, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Key punch operator race
| Key punch operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 12.4% |
| Asian | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Key punch operator race and ethnicity over time
See how key punch operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Key punch operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.07% | 13.31% | 3.16% | 12.89% |
| 2011 | 66.98% | 14.33% | 3.31% | 12.31% |
| 2012 | 67.29% | 13.41% | 2.95% | 12.99% |
| 2013 | 66.83% | 13.52% | 3.14% | 13.26% |
| 2014 | 65.51% | 14.17% | 4.12% | 13.04% |
| 2015 | 65.27% | 14.24% | 3.91% | 13.24% |
| 2016 | 65.99% | 12.97% | 4.23% | 13.70% |
| 2017 | 66.33% | 12.23% | 3.46% | 14.29% |
| 2018 | 65.01% | 12.03% | 3.74% | 15.74% |
| 2019 | 63.72% | 13.44% | 4.74% | 14.72% |
| 2020 | 61.51% | 12.88% | 5.96% | 14.67% |
| 2021 | 59.87% | 12.38% | 4.85% | 17.55% |
Key punch operator wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american key punch operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown key punch operators have the lowest average salary at $34,441.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,441 |
| White | $35,484 |
| Black or African American | $35,881 |
| Asian | $35,149 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,377 |
Average key punch operator age
See how the average age of key punch operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Key punch operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 32 | 41 |
| White | 37 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 45 |
| Asian | 37 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32 | 39 |
Key punch operator age breakdown
The average age of key punch operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the key punch operator population.
Key punch operator age breakdown
| Key Punch Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Key punch operator educational attainment
The most common degree for key punch operators is associate degree, with 34% of key punch operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 24% and high school diploma degree at 20%.
- Associate, 34%
- High School Diploma, 24%
- Bachelor's, 20%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 12%
Key punch operators by degree level
| Key punch operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 34% |
| High School Diploma | 24% |
| Bachelor's | 20% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 12% |
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Key punch operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, key punch operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $37,134 annually. With a Master's degree, key punch operators earn a median annual income of $36,901 compared to $35,156 for key punch operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $36,901 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,156 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,134 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,922 |
Key punch operator employment statistics
Most key punch operators work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where key punch operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where key punch operators work.
Key punch operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Key punch operator jobs by company type
Employees with the key punch operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most key punch operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Key punch operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 3% |
Key punch operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for key punch operators are finance, manufacturing and professional.
Key punch operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 18% |
| Finance | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Insurance | 7% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Key punch operator turnover and employment statistics
Key punch operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for key punch operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Key punch operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Key punch operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.15% |
| 2011 | 11.69% |
| 2012 | 10.64% |
| 2013 | 10.06% |
| 2014 | 8.63% |
| 2015 | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 6.29% |
| 2017 | 6.00% |
| 2018 | 5.35% |
| 2019 | 5.49% |
| 2020 | 7.37% |
| 2021 | 8.42% |
Average key punch operator tenure
The average key punch operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 164 key punch operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Key punch operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 45% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Key punch operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of key punch 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Key Punch Operator | 4.67% | - |
| General Clerk | 5.99% | 141,570 |
| Desktop Operator | 6.98% | 28,886 |
| Mailroom Associate | 7.17% | 22,266 |
| Claims Service Assistant | 11.18% | 26,950 |
| Statistical Clerk | 11.19% | 66,801 |
| Microfilm Operator | 14.20% | 29,525 |
Similar key punch operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| General Clerk | 5.99% | 141,570 |
| Desktop Operator | 6.98% | 28,886 |
| Mailroom Associate | 7.17% | 22,266 |
| Claims Service Assistant | 11.18% | 26,950 |
| Statistical Clerk | 11.19% | 66,801 |
| Microfilm Operator | 14.20% | 29,525 |
Foreign languages spoken by key punch operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Key punch operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |