Laser engraver demographics and statistics in the US
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Laser engraver gender statistics
34.1% of laser engravers are women and 65.9% of laser engravers are men.
- Male, 65.9%
- Female, 34.1%
Laser engraver gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 65.9% |
| Female | 34.1% |
Laser engraver gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,061
Female income
$35,716
Laser engraver gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in laser engraver positions over time. Currently, 34.1% of laser engravers are female.
Laser engraver gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.82% | 32.18% |
| 2011 | 68.16% | 31.84% |
| 2012 | 57.68% | 42.32% |
| 2013 | 59.60% | 40.40% |
| 2014 | 67.72% | 32.28% |
| 2015 | 62.58% | 37.42% |
| 2016 | 64.26% | 35.74% |
| 2017 | 72.08% | 27.92% |
| 2018 | 70.52% | 29.48% |
| 2019 | 55.20% | 44.80% |
| 2020 | 71.14% | 28.86% |
| 2021 | 65.95% | 34.05% |
Laser engraver related jobs gender ratio
We compared laser engravers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Laser Engraver | 66% | 34% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Laser engraver demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among laser engravers is White, which makes up 75.4% of all laser engravers. Comparatively, 8.4% of laser engravers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.2% of laser engravers are Asian.
- White, 75.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.4%
- Asian, 6.2%
- Black or African American, 5.0%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Laser engraver race
| Laser engraver race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 75.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.4% |
| Asian | 6.2% |
| Black or African American | 5.0% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Laser engraver race and ethnicity over time
See how laser engraver racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Laser engraver race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.61% | 7.29% | 4.16% | 12.97% |
| 2011 | 65.22% | 10.43% | 6.41% | 14.32% |
| 2012 | 75.31% | 7.18% | 4.46% | 9.80% |
| 2013 | 64.85% | 10.95% | 7.97% | 13.13% |
| 2014 | 67.63% | 6.19% | 6.37% | 17.01% |
| 2015 | 74.82% | 7.51% | 3.90% | 11.82% |
| 2016 | 79.68% | 6.27% | 3.25% | 7.68% |
| 2017 | 74.17% | 7.20% | 3.76% | 12.65% |
| 2018 | 72.85% | 3.80% | 3.97% | 15.26% |
| 2019 | 70.46% | 4.90% | 6.06% | 15.30% |
| 2020 | 65.37% | 5.51% | 11.43% | 9.66% |
| 2021 | 75.43% | 4.98% | 6.19% | 8.41% |
Laser engraver wage gap by race
According to our data, white laser engravers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american laser engravers have the lowest average salary at $38,178.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,599 |
| White | $40,280 |
| Black or African American | $38,178 |
| Asian | $38,731 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,552 |
Laser engraver age breakdown
The average age of laser engravers is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the laser engraver population.
Laser engraver age breakdown
| Laser Engraver Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Laser engraver educational attainment
The most common degree for laser engravers is bachelor's degree, with 39% of laser engravers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 35% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 39%
- Associate, 35%
- High School Diploma, 19%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Laser engravers by degree level
| Laser engraver degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 39% |
| Associate | 35% |
| High School Diploma | 19% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Laser engraver wage gap by degree level
According to the data, laser engravers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $42,314 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, laser engravers earn a median annual income of $39,525 compared to $38,930 for laser engravers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $42,314 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,813 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,525 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,930 |
Laser engraver employment statistics
Most laser engravers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where laser engravers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where laser engravers work.
Laser engraver jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 26% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Laser engraver jobs by company type
Employees with the laser engraver job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most laser engravers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Laser engraver jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 86% |
| Government | 1% |
Laser engraver jobs by industry
The most common industries for laser engravers are manufacturing, professional and retail.
Laser engraver industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Retail | 14% |
| Construction | 8% |
| Media | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
Laser engraver turnover and employment statistics
Laser engraver unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for laser engravers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Laser engraver unemployment rate by year
| Year | Laser engraver unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.80% |
| 2011 | 10.74% |
| 2012 | 8.85% |
| 2013 | 6.93% |
| 2014 | 7.00% |
| 2015 | 2.97% |
| 2016 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 3.33% |
| 2018 | 8.25% |
| 2019 | 5.43% |
| 2020 | 14.67% |
| 2021 | 5.88% |
Average laser engraver tenure
The average laser engraver stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 224 laser engravers resumes in Zippia's database.
Laser engraver tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Laser engraver LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of laser engravers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Beaming Inspector | 4.47% | 16,552 |
| Machine Operator Assistant | 4.75% | 76,106 |
| Embossing Machine Tender | 7.84% | 30,315 |
| Time Cycle Operator | 8.41% | 32,304 |
| Special Products Helper | 8.89% | 27,006 |
| Custom Color Technician | 15.21% | 6,268 |
| Laser Engraver | 19.89% | - |
Similar laser engraver jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Beaming Inspector | 4.47% | 16,552 |
| Machine Operator Assistant | 4.75% | 76,106 |
| Embossing Machine Tender | 7.84% | 30,315 |
| Time Cycle Operator | 8.41% | 32,304 |
| Special Products Helper | 8.89% | 27,006 |
| Custom Color Technician | 15.21% | 6,268 |
Foreign languages spoken by laser engravers
The most common foreign language among laser engravers is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Braille at 14.3% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- Braille, 14.3%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Cantonese, 14.3%
Laser engraver languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| Braille | 14.3% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Cantonese | 14.3% |