Master automotive technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Master automotive technician gender statistics
4.1% of master automotive technicians are women and 95.9% of master automotive technicians are men.
- Male, 95.9%
- Female, 4.1%
Master automotive technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.9% |
| Female | 4.1% |
Master automotive technician gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$65,371
Female income
$60,720
Master automotive technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in master automotive technician positions over time. Currently, 4.1% of master automotive technicians are female.
Master automotive technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.52% | 2.48% |
| 2011 | 96.49% | 3.51% |
| 2012 | 96.44% | 3.56% |
| 2013 | 97.60% | 2.40% |
| 2014 | 96.14% | 3.86% |
| 2015 | 96.74% | 3.26% |
| 2016 | 97.39% | 2.61% |
| 2017 | 94.91% | 5.09% |
| 2018 | 96.41% | 3.59% |
| 2019 | 95.23% | 4.77% |
| 2020 | 96.49% | 3.51% |
| 2021 | 95.89% | 4.11% |
Master automotive technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared master automotive 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% |
| Master Automotive Technician | 96% | 4% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Master automotive technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among master automotive technicians is White, which makes up 61.2% of all master automotive technicians. Comparatively, 18.7% of master automotive technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of master automotive technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 61.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.7%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Master automotive technician race
| Master automotive technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.7% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Master automotive technician race and ethnicity over time
See how master automotive technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Master automotive technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.19% | 10.84% | 4.47% | 14.01% |
| 2011 | 66.42% | 11.63% | 4.08% | 15.22% |
| 2012 | 66.32% | 11.04% | 4.53% | 15.50% |
| 2013 | 64.86% | 11.49% | 4.68% | 16.11% |
| 2014 | 66.49% | 11.01% | 4.26% | 15.66% |
| 2015 | 66.64% | 10.43% | 4.31% | 16.04% |
| 2016 | 66.62% | 10.42% | 4.13% | 16.17% |
| 2017 | 65.74% | 10.45% | 4.45% | 16.65% |
| 2018 | 66.51% | 9.75% | 4.55% | 16.36% |
| 2019 | 66.32% | 10.00% | 4.60% | 16.35% |
| 2020 | 61.94% | 9.92% | 4.61% | 18.12% |
| 2021 | 61.20% | 9.98% | 5.06% | 18.69% |
Master automotive technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian master automotive technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american master automotive technicians have the lowest average salary at $63,153.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $65,154 |
| White | $66,100 |
| Black or African American | $63,153 |
| Asian | $68,513 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $64,062 |
Average master automotive technician age
See how the average age of master automotive technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Master automotive technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Master automotive technician age breakdown
The average age of master automotive technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the master automotive technician population.
Master automotive technician age breakdown
| Master Automotive Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Master automotive technician educational attainment
The most common degree for master automotive technicians is associate degree, with 39% of master automotive technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 18% and high school diploma degree at 16%.
- Associate, 39%
- High School Diploma, 18%
- Diploma, 16%
- Bachelor's, 11%
- Other Degrees, 16%
Master automotive technicians by degree level
| Master automotive technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 39% |
| High School Diploma | 18% |
| Diploma | 16% |
| Bachelor's | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 16% |
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Master automotive technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, master automotive technicians with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $74,606 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, master automotive technicians earn a median annual income of $71,515 compared to $66,601 for master automotive technicians with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $66,601 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,515 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $74,606 |
Master automotive technician employment statistics
Most master automotive technicians work for a private in the automotive industry.
Company size where master automotive technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where master automotive technicians work.
Master automotive technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 36% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Master automotive technician jobs by company type
Employees with the master automotive technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most master automotive technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Master automotive technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 83% |
| Government | 5% |
Master automotive technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for master automotive technicians are automotive, retail and manufacturing.
Master automotive technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Automotive | 27% |
| Retail | 19% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Government | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Master automotive technician turnover and employment statistics
Master automotive technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for master automotive technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Master automotive technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Master automotive technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
Average master automotive technician tenure
The average master automotive technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 707 master automotive technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Master automotive technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 20% |
Master automotive technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of master automotive 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Service Technician | 1.31% | 134,284 |
| Mechanic Helper | 1.79% | 48,546 |
| Master Automotive Technician | 2.20% | - |
| Helicopter Mechanic | 2.41% | 33,954 |
| Tire Buster | 3.57% | 3,908 |
| Body Builder Apprentice | 3.73% | 12,942 |
| Mobility Scooter Repairer | 5.18% | 106,820 |
Similar master automotive technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Service Technician | 1.31% | 134,284 |
| Mechanic Helper | 1.79% | 48,546 |
| Helicopter Mechanic | 2.41% | 33,954 |
| Tire Buster | 3.57% | 3,908 |
| Body Builder Apprentice | 3.73% | 12,942 |
| Mobility Scooter Repairer | 5.18% | 106,820 |
Foreign languages spoken by master automotive technicians
The most common foreign language among master automotive technicians is Spanish at 55.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 11.1% and Macedonian is the third-most popular at 11.1%.
- Spanish, 55.6%
- Russian, 11.1%
- Macedonian, 11.1%
- Bulgarian, 11.1%
- Serbian, 11.1%
Master automotive technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.6% |
| Russian | 11.1% |
| Macedonian | 11.1% |
| Bulgarian | 11.1% |
| Serbian | 11.1% |
