Kitter demographics and statistics in the US
Kitter demographics research summary. Zippia estimates kitter demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our kitter estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about kitters after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 3,989 kitters currently employed in the United States.
- 58.3% of all kitters are women, while 41.7% are men.
- The average kitter age is 39 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of kitters is White (58.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (17.2%), Black or African American (12.8%) and Asian (5.5%).
- In 2022, women earned 96% of what men earned.
- 5% of all kitters are LGBT.
- Kitters are 69% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Kitter demographics by:
Kitter gender statistics
58.3% of kitters are women and 41.7% of kitters are men.
- Female, 58.3%
- Male, 41.7%
Kitter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 58.3% |
| Male | 41.7% |
Kitter gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,554
Female income
$35,149
Kitter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in kitter positions over time. Currently, 58.3% of kitters are female.
Kitter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47.77% | 52.23% |
| 2011 | 48.55% | 51.45% |
| 2012 | 48.77% | 51.23% |
| 2013 | 47.65% | 52.35% |
| 2014 | 47.57% | 52.43% |
| 2015 | 47.86% | 52.14% |
| 2016 | 45.56% | 54.44% |
| 2017 | 46.27% | 53.73% |
| 2018 | 44.81% | 55.19% |
| 2019 | 42.82% | 57.18% |
| 2020 | 42.51% | 57.49% |
| 2021 | 41.69% | 58.31% |
Kitter related jobs gender ratio
We compared kitters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Kitter | 42% | 58% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Kitter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among kitters is White, which makes up 58.1% of all kitters. Comparatively, 17.2% of kitters are Hispanic or Latino and 12.8% of kitters are Black or African American.
- White, 58.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.2%
- Black or African American, 12.8%
- Asian, 5.5%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Kitter race
| Kitter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.8% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Kitter race and ethnicity over time
See how kitter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Kitter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.49% | 12.20% | 3.92% | 13.46% |
| 2011 | 65.62% | 13.64% | 3.95% | 13.51% |
| 2012 | 66.50% | 12.95% | 3.89% | 13.47% |
| 2013 | 66.79% | 12.40% | 4.01% | 13.46% |
| 2014 | 65.44% | 13.07% | 4.06% | 14.14% |
| 2015 | 64.90% | 12.62% | 4.04% | 14.99% |
| 2016 | 65.05% | 12.41% | 4.14% | 14.95% |
| 2017 | 64.69% | 12.21% | 4.57% | 15.01% |
| 2018 | 65.79% | 12.02% | 4.29% | 14.36% |
| 2019 | 64.35% | 12.27% | 4.50% | 15.32% |
| 2020 | 60.60% | 13.22% | 5.08% | 15.35% |
| 2021 | 58.10% | 12.75% | 5.54% | 17.22% |
Kitter wage gap by race
According to our data, white kitters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american kitters have the lowest average salary at $36,172.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,476 |
| White | $36,914 |
| Black or African American | $36,172 |
| Asian | $36,576 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,634 |
Average kitter age
See how the average age of kitters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Kitter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 38 | 37 |
| Unknown | 33 | 39 |
| Asian | 41.5 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 39 |
| White | 39 | 45 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34.5 | 32 |
Kitter age breakdown
The average age of kitters is 40+ years years old, representing 48% of the kitter population.
Kitter age breakdown
| Kitter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 48% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Kitter educational attainment
The most common degree for kitters is high school diploma, with 56% of kitters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 56%
- Associate, 14%
- Diploma, 13%
- Bachelor's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Kitters by degree level
| Kitter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 56% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Kitter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, kitters with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $36,972 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, kitters earn a median annual income of $36,771 compared to $36,399 for kitters with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,399 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,771 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,972 |
Kitter employment statistics
Most kitters work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where kitters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where kitters work.
Kitter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Kitter jobs by company type
Employees with the kitter job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most kitters prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Kitter jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 69% |
Kitter jobs by industry
The most common industries for kitters are manufacturing, professional and transportation.
Kitter industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% |
| Professional | 20% |
| Transportation | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Kitter turnover and employment statistics
Kitter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for kitters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Kitter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Kitter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.75% |
| 2011 | 16.09% |
| 2012 | 14.47% |
| 2013 | 13.53% |
| 2014 | 11.22% |
| 2015 | 10.22% |
| 2016 | 9.47% |
| 2017 | 9.08% |
| 2018 | 7.89% |
| 2019 | 7.90% |
| 2020 | 9.98% |
| 2021 | 10.05% |
Average kitter tenure
The average kitter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 740 kitters resumes in Zippia's database.
Kitter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 51% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Kitter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of kitters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Erecting Crane Operator | 1.94% | 26,205 |
| Tow Motor Driver | 3.85% | 38,096 |
| Scrap Metal Collector | 4.13% | 5,838 |
| Barrel Washer | 4.59% | 34,382 |
| Kitter | 4.67% | - |
| Boxer | 6.68% | 3,030 |
| Laminating Machine Feeder | 10.43% | 30,636 |
Similar kitter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Erecting Crane Operator | 1.94% | 26,205 |
| Tow Motor Driver | 3.85% | 38,096 |
| Scrap Metal Collector | 4.13% | 5,838 |
| Barrel Washer | 4.59% | 34,382 |
| Boxer | 6.68% | 3,030 |
| Laminating Machine Feeder | 10.43% | 30,636 |
Foreign languages spoken by kitters
The most common foreign language among kitters is Spanish at 62.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hmong at 12.5% and Wolof is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 62.5%
- Hmong, 12.5%
- Wolof, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
Kitter languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 62.5% |
| Hmong | 12.5% |
| Wolof | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
