Manufacturer demographics and statistics in the US
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Manufacturer gender statistics
27.9% of manufacturers are women and 72.1% of manufacturers are men.
- Male, 72.1%
- Female, 27.9%
Manufacturer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 72.1% |
| Female | 27.9% |
Manufacturer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,882
Female income
$31,929
Manufacturer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in manufacturer positions over time. Currently, 27.9% of manufacturers are female.
Manufacturer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.07% | 23.93% |
| 2011 | 75.88% | 24.12% |
| 2012 | 76.68% | 23.32% |
| 2013 | 77.07% | 22.93% |
| 2014 | 76.47% | 23.53% |
| 2015 | 75.28% | 24.72% |
| 2016 | 75.82% | 24.18% |
| 2017 | 75.50% | 24.50% |
| 2018 | 73.66% | 26.34% |
| 2019 | 75.19% | 24.81% |
| 2020 | 73.47% | 26.53% |
| 2021 | 72.05% | 27.95% |
Manufacturer related jobs gender ratio
We compared manufacturers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Manufacturer | 72% | 28% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Manufacturer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among manufacturers is White, which makes up 60.7% of all manufacturers. Comparatively, 18.7% of manufacturers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of manufacturers are Black or African American.
- White, 60.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.7%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Asian, 4.8%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Manufacturer race
| Manufacturer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.7% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 4.8% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Manufacturer race and ethnicity over time
See how manufacturer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Manufacturer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.34% | 10.62% | 4.07% | 16.10% |
| 2011 | 67.51% | 10.52% | 4.02% | 16.17% |
| 2012 | 66.80% | 10.53% | 4.00% | 16.69% |
| 2013 | 68.14% | 9.63% | 4.20% | 16.28% |
| 2014 | 66.51% | 10.03% | 4.42% | 16.97% |
| 2015 | 66.55% | 10.23% | 4.13% | 17.24% |
| 2016 | 65.59% | 10.24% | 4.25% | 17.95% |
| 2017 | 65.02% | 10.83% | 4.77% | 17.16% |
| 2018 | 66.30% | 9.96% | 4.35% | 17.50% |
| 2019 | 64.61% | 10.50% | 4.60% | 18.26% |
| 2020 | 63.51% | 10.11% | 4.75% | 17.44% |
| 2021 | 60.65% | 11.10% | 4.76% | 18.68% |
Manufacturer wage gap by race
According to our data, white manufacturers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american manufacturers have the lowest average salary at $33,659.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,369 |
| White | $35,822 |
| Black or African American | $33,659 |
| Asian | $35,768 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,843 |
Average manufacturer age
See how the average age of manufacturers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Manufacturer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Manufacturer age breakdown
The average age of manufacturers is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the manufacturer population.
Manufacturer age breakdown
| Manufacturer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Manufacturer educational attainment
The most common degree for manufacturers is high school diploma, with 45% of manufacturers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 21% and bachelor's degree degree at 17%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Bachelor's, 21%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Manufacturers by degree level
| Manufacturer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Bachelor's | 21% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Manufacturer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, manufacturers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $40,264 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, manufacturers earn a median annual income of $36,423 compared to $33,571 for manufacturers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,264 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,335 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,423 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,571 |
Manufacturer employment statistics
Company size where manufacturers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where manufacturers work.
Manufacturer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 28% |
Manufacturer jobs by industry
The most common industries for manufacturers are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Manufacturer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Manufacturer turnover and employment statistics
Manufacturer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for manufacturers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Manufacturer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Manufacturer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average manufacturer tenure
The average manufacturer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,779 manufacturers resumes in Zippia's database.
Manufacturer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 40% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Manufacturer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of manufacturers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Inspector General | 3.84% | 58,208 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Manufacturer | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar manufacturer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Inspector General | 3.84% | 58,208 |
| Laundry Worker | 5.06% | 25,513 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by manufacturers
The most common foreign language among manufacturers is Spanish at 67.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 5.4% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 2.7%.
- Spanish, 67.6%
- French, 5.4%
- Japanese, 2.7%
- Cantonese, 2.7%
- Portuguese, 1.4%
- Other, 20.2%
Manufacturer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 67.6% |
| French | 5.4% |
| Japanese | 2.7% |
| Cantonese | 2.7% |
| Portuguese | 1.4% |
| Other | 20.2% |
