Master mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Master mechanic gender statistics
3.4% of master mechanics are women and 96.6% of master mechanics are men.
- Male, 96.6%
- Female, 3.4%
Master mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.6% |
| Female | 3.4% |
Master mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,015
Female income
$42,762
Master mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in master mechanic positions over time. Currently, 3.4% of master mechanics are female.
Master mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.92% | 2.08% |
| 2011 | 97.06% | 2.94% |
| 2012 | 97.02% | 2.98% |
| 2013 | 97.99% | 2.01% |
| 2014 | 96.77% | 3.23% |
| 2015 | 97.27% | 2.73% |
| 2016 | 97.82% | 2.18% |
| 2017 | 95.73% | 4.27% |
| 2018 | 97.00% | 3.00% |
| 2019 | 96.00% | 4.00% |
| 2020 | 97.06% | 2.94% |
| 2021 | 96.55% | 3.45% |
Master mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared master mechanics 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 Mechanic | 97% | 3% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Master mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among master mechanics is White, which makes up 61.8% of all master mechanics. Comparatively, 18.9% of master mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of master mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 61.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.9%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Master mechanic race
| Master mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Master mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how master mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Master mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.75% | 10.25% | 4.33% | 14.21% |
| 2011 | 66.98% | 11.04% | 3.95% | 15.42% |
| 2012 | 66.88% | 10.46% | 4.39% | 15.69% |
| 2013 | 65.43% | 10.90% | 4.54% | 16.30% |
| 2014 | 67.05% | 10.43% | 4.12% | 15.86% |
| 2015 | 67.20% | 9.84% | 4.17% | 16.24% |
| 2016 | 67.18% | 9.84% | 3.99% | 16.37% |
| 2017 | 66.31% | 9.86% | 4.31% | 16.85% |
| 2018 | 67.07% | 9.16% | 4.41% | 16.55% |
| 2019 | 66.88% | 9.42% | 4.46% | 16.55% |
| 2020 | 62.51% | 9.33% | 4.47% | 18.32% |
| 2021 | 61.76% | 9.39% | 4.93% | 18.89% |
Master mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian master mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american master mechanics have the lowest average salary at $43,947.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,911 |
| White | $45,364 |
| Black or African American | $43,947 |
| Asian | $46,511 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,386 |
Average master mechanic age
See how the average age of master mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Master mechanic 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 mechanic age breakdown
The average age of master mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the master mechanic population.
Master mechanic age breakdown
| Master Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Master mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for master mechanics is associate degree, with 32% of master mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 27% and high school diploma degree at 18%.
- Associate, 32%
- High School Diploma, 27%
- Bachelor's, 18%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Master mechanics by degree level
| Master mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 32% |
| High School Diploma | 27% |
| Bachelor's | 18% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Master mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, master mechanics with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $49,352 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, master mechanics earn a median annual income of $47,920 compared to $45,603 for master mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,603 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,920 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,352 |
Master mechanic employment statistics
Most master mechanics work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where master mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where master mechanics work.
Master mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Master mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the master mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most master mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Master mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 29% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 6% |
Master mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for master mechanics are manufacturing, construction and transportation.
Master mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Construction | 10% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Master mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Master mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for master mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Master mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Master mechanic 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 mechanic tenure
The average master mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,452 master mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Master mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 23% |
Master mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of master mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Railroad Car Repairman | 1.31% | 6,302 |
| Mechanic Driver | 1.79% | 116,538 |
| Master Mechanic | 2.20% | - |
| Rotor Blade Installer | 2.41% | 15,106 |
| Tire Repairer | 3.57% | 7,450 |
| Body Technician/Painter | 3.73% | 15,055 |
| Engine Repairer, Service | 5.18% | 5,498 |
Similar master mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Railroad Car Repairman | 1.31% | 6,302 |
| Mechanic Driver | 1.79% | 116,538 |
| Rotor Blade Installer | 2.41% | 15,106 |
| Tire Repairer | 3.57% | 7,450 |
| Body Technician/Painter | 3.73% | 15,055 |
| Engine Repairer, Service | 5.18% | 5,498 |
Foreign languages spoken by master mechanics
The most common foreign language among master mechanics is Spanish at 46.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 13.3% and Croatian is the third-most popular at 13.3%.
- Spanish, 46.7%
- Carrier, 13.3%
- Croatian, 13.3%
- Chinese, 6.7%
- German, 6.7%
- Other, 13.3%
Master mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.7% |
| Carrier | 13.3% |
| Croatian | 13.3% |
| Chinese | 6.7% |
| German | 6.7% |
| Other | 13.3% |
