Marine propulsion technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Marine propulsion technician gender statistics
6.1% of marine propulsion technicians are women and 93.9% of marine propulsion technicians are men.
- Male, 93.9%
- Female, 6.1%
Marine propulsion technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.9% |
| Female | 6.1% |
Marine propulsion technician gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,750
Female income
$37,435
Marine propulsion technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in marine propulsion technician positions over time. Currently, 6.1% of marine propulsion technicians are female.
Marine propulsion technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.48% | 6.52% |
| 2011 | 95.00% | 5.00% |
| 2012 | 94.07% | 5.93% |
| 2013 | 93.67% | 6.33% |
| 2014 | 93.39% | 6.61% |
| 2015 | 93.41% | 6.59% |
| 2016 | 93.05% | 6.95% |
| 2017 | 94.36% | 5.64% |
| 2018 | 94.21% | 5.79% |
| 2019 | 93.10% | 6.90% |
| 2020 | 94.03% | 5.97% |
| 2021 | 93.94% | 6.06% |
Marine propulsion technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared marine propulsion technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Marine Propulsion Technician | 94% | 6% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Marine propulsion technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among marine propulsion technicians is White, which makes up 54.8% of all marine propulsion technicians. Comparatively, 23.5% of marine propulsion technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 9.2% of marine propulsion technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 54.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.5%
- Black or African American, 9.2%
- Asian, 6.8%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Marine propulsion technician race
| Marine propulsion technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Asian | 6.8% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Marine propulsion technician race and ethnicity over time
See how marine propulsion technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Marine propulsion technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.82% | 8.73% | 5.36% | 17.43% |
| 2011 | 63.34% | 10.18% | 5.69% | 17.76% |
| 2012 | 61.25% | 10.51% | 5.43% | 19.72% |
| 2013 | 63.52% | 9.12% | 6.63% | 17.73% |
| 2014 | 63.72% | 9.46% | 6.53% | 17.13% |
| 2015 | 61.54% | 9.69% | 5.79% | 19.84% |
| 2016 | 63.81% | 10.10% | 5.30% | 17.45% |
| 2017 | 61.45% | 9.07% | 6.80% | 18.81% |
| 2018 | 63.16% | 9.59% | 5.96% | 18.58% |
| 2019 | 63.79% | 7.91% | 6.80% | 18.10% |
| 2020 | 58.64% | 9.06% | 7.38% | 18.62% |
| 2021 | 54.77% | 9.20% | 6.82% | 23.53% |
Marine propulsion technician wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown marine propulsion technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american marine propulsion technicians have the lowest average salary at $40,509.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,721 |
| White | $42,307 |
| Black or African American | $40,509 |
| Asian | $41,741 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,505 |
Average marine propulsion technician age
See how the average age of marine propulsion technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Marine propulsion technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 41 | |
| Unknown | 38.5 | |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 29 |
| White | 40 | 30 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Marine propulsion technician age breakdown
The average age of marine propulsion technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the marine propulsion technician population.
Marine propulsion technician age breakdown
| Marine Propulsion Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Marine propulsion technician educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 33%
- Associate, 29%
- Master's, 14%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 12%
Marine propulsion technicians by degree level
| Marine propulsion technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 33% |
| Associate | 29% |
| Master's | 14% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 12% |
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Marine propulsion technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, marine propulsion technicians with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $42,715 annually. With a Associate degree, marine propulsion technicians earn a median annual income of $42,692 compared to $38,373 for marine propulsion technicians with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,373 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,715 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,692 |
Marine propulsion technician employment statistics
Most marine propulsion technicians work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where marine propulsion technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where marine propulsion technicians work.
Marine propulsion technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 32% |
Marine propulsion technician jobs by company type
Employees with the marine propulsion technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most marine propulsion technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Marine propulsion technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 32% |
| Private | 47% |
| Government | 16% |
Marine propulsion technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for marine propulsion technicians are manufacturing, transportation and government.
Marine propulsion technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 17% |
| Transportation | 13% |
| Government | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Technology | 13% |
| Media | 8% |
| Start-up | 8% |
| Education | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
Marine propulsion technician turnover and employment statistics
Marine propulsion technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for marine propulsion technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Marine propulsion technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Marine propulsion technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.09% |
| 2011 | 3.28% |
| 2012 | 3.67% |
| 2013 | 2.97% |
| 2014 | 3.78% |
| 2015 | 2.98% |
| 2016 | 1.87% |
| 2017 | 2.34% |
| 2018 | 2.12% |
| 2019 | 1.45% |
| 2020 | 2.70% |
| 2021 | 2.03% |
Average marine propulsion technician tenure
The average marine propulsion technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 111 marine propulsion technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Marine propulsion technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 23% |
| 3-4 years | 22% |
| 5-7 years | 22% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Marine propulsion technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of marine propulsion technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Mechanic | 1.31% | 47,597 |
| Lift Truck Mechanic | 1.79% | 69,664 |
| General Service Technician | 2.20% | 163,387 |
| Marine Propulsion Technician | 2.41% | - |
| Automotive Tire Worker | 3.57% | 56,455 |
| Body Mechanic | 3.73% | 38,112 |
| Engine Repairer, Production | 5.18% | 56,884 |
Similar marine propulsion technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Mechanic | 1.31% | 47,597 |
| Lift Truck Mechanic | 1.79% | 69,664 |
| General Service Technician | 2.20% | 163,387 |
| Automotive Tire Worker | 3.57% | 56,455 |
| Body Mechanic | 3.73% | 38,112 |
| Engine Repairer, Production | 5.18% | 56,884 |