Logistics operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Logistics operator gender statistics
17.9% of logistics operators are women and 82.1% of logistics operators are men.
- Male, 82.1%
- Female, 17.9%
Logistics operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 82.1% |
| Female | 17.9% |
Logistics operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,565
Female income
$37,157
Logistics operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in logistics operator positions over time. Currently, 17.9% of logistics operators are female.
Logistics operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.36% | 17.64% |
| 2011 | 81.87% | 18.13% |
| 2012 | 84.06% | 15.94% |
| 2013 | 84.44% | 15.56% |
| 2014 | 83.54% | 16.46% |
| 2015 | 85.43% | 14.57% |
| 2016 | 84.08% | 15.92% |
| 2017 | 81.91% | 18.09% |
| 2018 | 81.67% | 18.33% |
| 2019 | 83.23% | 16.77% |
| 2020 | 81.36% | 18.64% |
| 2021 | 82.12% | 17.88% |
Logistics operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared logistics operators 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% |
| Logistics Operator | 82% | 18% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Logistics operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among logistics operators is White, which makes up 53.7% of all logistics operators. Comparatively, 20.3% of logistics operators are Hispanic or Latino and 18.0% of logistics operators are Black or African American.
- White, 53.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.3%
- Black or African American, 18.0%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- Asian, 2.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Logistics operator race
| Logistics operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.3% |
| Black or African American | 18.0% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| Asian | 2.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Logistics operator race and ethnicity over time
See how logistics operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Logistics operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.42% | 18.21% | 2.60% | 18.07% |
| 2011 | 57.15% | 18.17% | 2.57% | 19.55% |
| 2012 | 57.81% | 17.91% | 2.50% | 19.08% |
| 2013 | 57.43% | 17.61% | 2.68% | 19.45% |
| 2014 | 57.35% | 17.44% | 2.93% | 19.28% |
| 2015 | 58.81% | 16.16% | 2.56% | 19.71% |
| 2016 | 56.26% | 19.00% | 2.46% | 19.52% |
| 2017 | 57.80% | 16.97% | 2.64% | 19.78% |
| 2018 | 56.31% | 17.65% | 3.08% | 19.88% |
| 2019 | 59.24% | 16.27% | 2.72% | 18.65% |
| 2020 | 54.03% | 18.29% | 2.99% | 19.08% |
| 2021 | 53.68% | 17.99% | 2.70% | 20.26% |
Logistics operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian logistics operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american logistics operators have the lowest average salary at $36,684.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,621 |
| White | $37,593 |
| Black or African American | $36,684 |
| Asian | $38,496 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,453 |
Average logistics operator age
See how the average age of logistics operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Logistics operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Logistics operator age breakdown
The average age of logistics operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the logistics operator population.
Logistics operator age breakdown
| Logistics Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Logistics operator educational attainment
The most common degree for logistics operators is bachelor's degree, with 45% of logistics 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 18%.
- Bachelor's, 45%
- High School Diploma, 24%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Logistics operators by degree level
| Logistics operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 45% |
| High School Diploma | 24% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Logistics operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, logistics operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $38,453 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, logistics operators earn a median annual income of $37,655 compared to $37,582 for logistics operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,655 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,582 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,453 |
Logistics operator employment statistics
Most logistics operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where logistics operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where logistics operators work.
Logistics operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 45% |
Logistics operator jobs by company type
Employees with the logistics operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most logistics operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Logistics operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 42% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 3% |
Logistics operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for logistics operators are manufacturing, transportation and retail.
Logistics operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Transportation | 16% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Logistics operator turnover and employment statistics
Logistics operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for logistics operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Logistics operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Logistics operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average logistics operator tenure
The average logistics operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,596 logistics operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Logistics operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Logistics operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of logistics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Excavator Operator | 1.94% | 27,191 |
| Logistics Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Recyclable Materials Sorter | 4.13% | 22,110 |
| Body Cleaner | 4.59% | 42,156 |
| Salvage Worker | 4.67% | 22,210 |
| Bottle Packer | 6.68% | 16,085 |
| Machine Steak Tenderizer | 10.43% | 30,091 |
Similar logistics operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tower Excavator Operator | 1.94% | 27,191 |
| Recyclable Materials Sorter | 4.13% | 22,110 |
| Body Cleaner | 4.59% | 42,156 |
| Salvage Worker | 4.67% | 22,210 |
| Bottle Packer | 6.68% | 16,085 |
| Machine Steak Tenderizer | 10.43% | 30,091 |
Foreign languages spoken by logistics operators
The most common foreign language among logistics operators is Spanish at 41.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 9.5% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 8.1%.
- Spanish, 41.9%
- Mandarin, 9.5%
- Portuguese, 8.1%
- French, 8.1%
- Chinese, 6.8%
- Other, 25.6%
Logistics operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 41.9% |
| Mandarin | 9.5% |
| Portuguese | 8.1% |
| French | 8.1% |
| Chinese | 6.8% |
| Other | 25.6% |
