Locator demographics and statistics in the US
Locator demographics research summary. Zippia estimates locator demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our locator estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about locators after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 28,783 locators currently employed in the United States.
- 14.1% of all locators are women, while 85.9% are men.
- The average locator age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of locators is White (60.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.6%), Black or African American (8.4%) and Unknown (6.1%).
- In 2022, women earned 89% of what men earned.
- 4% of all locators are LGBT.
- Locators are 67% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Locator demographics by:
Locator gender statistics
14.1% of locators are women and 85.9% of locators are men.
- Male, 85.9%
- Female, 14.1%
Locator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 85.9% |
| Female | 14.1% |
Locator gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,485
Female income
$34,414
Locator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in locator positions over time. Currently, 14.1% of locators are female.
Locator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.32% | 17.68% |
| 2011 | 84.25% | 15.75% |
| 2012 | 82.56% | 17.44% |
| 2013 | 82.97% | 17.03% |
| 2014 | 82.71% | 17.29% |
| 2015 | 88.13% | 11.87% |
| 2016 | 85.20% | 14.80% |
| 2017 | 89.30% | 10.70% |
| 2018 | 87.52% | 12.48% |
| 2019 | 84.79% | 15.21% |
| 2020 | 86.75% | 13.25% |
| 2021 | 85.88% | 14.12% |
Locator related jobs gender ratio
We compared locators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Locator | 86% | 14% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Locator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among locators is White, which makes up 60.2% of all locators. Comparatively, 20.6% of locators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.4% of locators are Black or African American.
- White, 60.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.6%
- Black or African American, 8.4%
- Unknown, 6.1%
- Asian, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Locator race
| Locator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 6.1% |
| Asian | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Locator race and ethnicity over time
See how locator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Locator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.71% | 11.38% | 3.58% | 18.89% |
| 2011 | 64.91% | 12.10% | 3.88% | 16.44% |
| 2012 | 64.73% | 11.68% | 3.96% | 16.57% |
| 2013 | 64.85% | 10.25% | 3.52% | 18.18% |
| 2014 | 64.51% | 11.19% | 3.79% | 17.26% |
| 2015 | 61.56% | 13.70% | 3.65% | 17.39% |
| 2016 | 62.99% | 11.41% | 3.12% | 19.16% |
| 2017 | 61.14% | 11.50% | 4.36% | 19.87% |
| 2018 | 61.75% | 10.99% | 4.41% | 19.26% |
| 2019 | 62.16% | 11.34% | 4.65% | 18.99% |
| 2020 | 60.75% | 10.99% | 3.94% | 18.40% |
| 2021 | 60.17% | 8.38% | 3.91% | 20.57% |
Locator wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown locators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american locators have the lowest average salary at $34,908.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,473 |
| White | $37,624 |
| Black or African American | $34,908 |
| Asian | $41,045 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,872 |
Average locator age
See how the average age of locators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Locator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44 | |
| White | 46 | 51 |
| Black or African American | 41 | |
| Asian | 45 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 |
Locator age breakdown
The average age of locators is 40+ years years old, representing 69% of the locator population.
Locator age breakdown
| Locator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 69% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 10% |
Locator educational attainment
The most common degree for locators is high school diploma, with 42% of locators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 42%
- Associate, 21%
- Bachelor's, 19%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Locators by degree level
| Locator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 42% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Bachelor's | 19% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Locator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, locators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $43,087 annually. With a Associate degree, locators earn a median annual income of $41,725 compared to $36,448 for locators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,448 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,087 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,725 |
Locator employment statistics
Most locators work for a private in the utilities industry.
Company size where locators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where locators work.
Locator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Locator jobs by company type
Employees with the locator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most locators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Locator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 11% |
Locator jobs by industry
The most common industries for locators are utilities, construction and government.
Locator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 11% |
| Construction | 10% |
| Government | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Telecommunication | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Locator turnover and employment statistics
Locator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for locators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Locator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Locator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.00% |
| 2011 | 10.18% |
| 2012 | 8.37% |
| 2013 | 7.65% |
| 2014 | 4.93% |
| 2015 | 4.46% |
| 2016 | 3.61% |
| 2017 | 4.90% |
| 2018 | 3.19% |
| 2019 | 3.01% |
| 2020 | 3.10% |
| 2021 | 4.14% |
Average locator tenure
The average locator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 5,208 locators resumes in Zippia's database.
Locator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Locator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of locators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Heat Technician | 1.73% | 17,500 |
| Millwright Helper | 2.00% | 14,794 |
| Key Maker | 3.52% | 16,263 |
| Ordnance Artificer Helper | 3.67% | 14,427 |
| Gas Appliance Installer | 3.71% | 18,545 |
| Locator | 3.93% | - |
| Dental Equipment Mechanic | 8.86% | 68,619 |
Similar locator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Heat Technician | 1.73% | 17,500 |
| Millwright Helper | 2.00% | 14,794 |
| Key Maker | 3.52% | 16,263 |
| Ordnance Artificer Helper | 3.67% | 14,427 |
| Gas Appliance Installer | 3.71% | 18,545 |
| Dental Equipment Mechanic | 8.86% | 68,619 |
Foreign languages spoken by locators
The most common foreign language among locators is Spanish at 73.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 7.0% and Urdu is the third-most popular at 5.3%.
- Spanish, 73.7%
- Arabic, 7.0%
- Urdu, 5.3%
- Carrier, 5.3%
- German, 1.8%
- Other, 6.9%
Locator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 73.7% |
| Arabic | 7.0% |
| Urdu | 5.3% |
| Carrier | 5.3% |
| German | 1.8% |
| Other | 6.9% |
