Mainframe developer demographics and statistics in the US
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Mainframe developer gender statistics
26.4% of mainframe developers are women and 73.6% of mainframe developers are men.
- Male, 73.6%
- Female, 26.4%
Mainframe developer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.6% |
| Female | 26.4% |
Mainframe developer gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$90,482
Female income
$85,458
Mainframe developer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mainframe developer positions over time. Currently, 26.4% of mainframe developers are female.
Mainframe developer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.50% | 31.50% |
| 2011 | 68.45% | 31.55% |
| 2012 | 69.15% | 30.85% |
| 2013 | 71.52% | 28.48% |
| 2014 | 70.95% | 29.05% |
| 2015 | 70.05% | 29.95% |
| 2016 | 70.95% | 29.05% |
| 2017 | 71.25% | 28.75% |
| 2018 | 70.50% | 29.50% |
| 2019 | 71.15% | 28.85% |
| 2020 | 72.85% | 27.15% |
| 2021 | 73.64% | 26.36% |
Mainframe developer related jobs gender ratio
We compared mainframe developers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dell certified systems expert and software applications architect have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Informatics Nurse Specialist | 13% | 87% |
| Clinical Support Specialist | 22% | 78% |
| Clinic Administrator | 23% | 77% |
| Mainframe Developer | 74% | 26% |
| Senior Data Center Engineer | 98% | 2% |
| Software Applications Architect | 98% | 2% |
| Dell Certified Systems Expert | 99% | 1% |
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Mainframe developer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mainframe developers is White, which makes up 58.0% of all mainframe developers. Comparatively, 26.0% of mainframe developers are Asian and 7.3% of mainframe developers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 58.0%
- Asian, 26.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.3%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Black or African American, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Mainframe developer race
| Mainframe developer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.0% |
| Asian | 26.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Mainframe developer race and ethnicity over time
See how mainframe developer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mainframe developer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.39% | 3.91% | 25.63% | 5.08% |
| 2011 | 63.97% | 4.09% | 24.68% | 5.41% |
| 2012 | 63.68% | 4.03% | 24.63% | 5.59% |
| 2013 | 62.76% | 4.32% | 25.10% | 5.47% |
| 2014 | 62.56% | 3.77% | 26.18% | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 60.91% | 4.18% | 27.13% | 5.41% |
| 2016 | 59.84% | 4.29% | 27.51% | 6.08% |
| 2017 | 60.14% | 3.54% | 27.04% | 7.09% |
| 2018 | 61.07% | 3.97% | 26.89% | 5.81% |
| 2019 | 61.29% | 3.65% | 26.19% | 6.46% |
| 2020 | 58.01% | 4.26% | 26.01% | 6.94% |
| 2021 | 58.01% | 4.13% | 25.98% | 7.28% |
Mainframe developer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mainframe developers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mainframe developers have the lowest average salary at $88,810.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $89,240 |
| White | $90,697 |
| Black or African American | $88,810 |
| Asian | $94,700 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $89,094 |
Average mainframe developer age
See how the average age of mainframe developers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mainframe developer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45.5 | 52 |
| White | 49 | 51 |
| Black or African American | 43 | 42 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Mainframe developer age breakdown
The average age of mainframe developers is 40+ years years old, representing 72% of the mainframe developer population.
Mainframe developer age breakdown
| Mainframe Developer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Mainframe developer educational attainment
The most common degree for mainframe developers is bachelor's degree, with 76% of mainframe developers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 76%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 6%
- Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Mainframe developers by degree level
| Mainframe developer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 76% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Mainframe developer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mainframe developers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $98,464 annually. With a Master's degree, mainframe developers earn a median annual income of $96,500 compared to $93,369 for mainframe developers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $96,500 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $93,369 |
| Doctorate Degree | $98,464 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $84,352 |
Mainframe developer employment statistics
Most mainframe developers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where mainframe developers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mainframe developers work.
Mainframe developer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 44% |
Mainframe developer jobs by company type
Employees with the mainframe developer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mainframe developers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mainframe developer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 58% |
| Government | 0% |
Mainframe developer jobs by industry
The most common industries for mainframe developers are technology, finance and professional.
Mainframe developer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 21% |
| Fortune 500 | 21% |
| Finance | 15% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Insurance | 7% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Mainframe developer turnover and employment statistics
Mainframe developer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mainframe developers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mainframe developer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mainframe developer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.66% |
| 2011 | 4.88% |
| 2012 | 4.01% |
| 2013 | 3.44% |
| 2014 | 3.52% |
| 2015 | 2.74% |
| 2016 | 2.92% |
| 2017 | 3.10% |
| 2018 | 2.78% |
| 2019 | 3.35% |
| 2020 | 3.32% |
| 2021 | 3.49% |
Average mainframe developer tenure
The average mainframe developer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,871 mainframe developers resumes in Zippia's database.
Mainframe developer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 42% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Mainframe developer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mainframe developers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Network Planner | 7.31% | 36,482 |
| Internet Architect | 8.46% | 76,033 |
| Intrusion Detection Analyst | 8.59% | 5,673 |
| Laboratory Administrator | 9.03% | 94,246 |
| Computer Game Designer | 10.54% | 57,545 |
| Mainframe Developer | 10.69% | - |
| Student Information Technician | 10.88% | 131,007 |
Similar mainframe developer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Network Planner | 7.31% | 36,482 |
| Internet Architect | 8.46% | 76,033 |
| Intrusion Detection Analyst | 8.59% | 5,673 |
| Laboratory Administrator | 9.03% | 94,246 |
| Computer Game Designer | 10.54% | 57,545 |
| Student Information Technician | 10.88% | 131,007 |
Foreign languages spoken by mainframe developers
The most common foreign language among mainframe developers is Spanish at 36.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 27.3% and French is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 36.4%
- Carrier, 27.3%
- French, 9.1%
- Dakota, 9.1%
- Russian, 9.1%
- Other, 9.0%
Mainframe developer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 36.4% |
| Carrier | 27.3% |
| French | 9.1% |
| Dakota | 9.1% |
| Russian | 9.1% |
| Other | 9.0% |
