Master welder demographics and statistics in the US
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Master welder gender statistics
4.0% of master welders are women and 96.0% of master welders are men.
- Male, 96.0%
- Female, 4.0%
Master welder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.0% |
| Female | 4.0% |
Master welder gender pay gap
Women earn 83¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$43,436
Female income
$36,237
Master welder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in master welder positions over time. Currently, 4.0% of master welders are female.
Master welder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.99% | 4.01% |
| 2011 | 96.08% | 3.92% |
| 2012 | 95.42% | 4.58% |
| 2013 | 95.83% | 4.17% |
| 2014 | 95.97% | 4.03% |
| 2015 | 96.32% | 3.68% |
| 2016 | 96.20% | 3.80% |
| 2017 | 96.09% | 3.91% |
| 2018 | 95.59% | 4.41% |
| 2019 | 95.40% | 4.60% |
| 2020 | 95.43% | 4.57% |
| 2021 | 95.95% | 4.05% |
Master welder related jobs gender ratio
We compared master welders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Master Welder | 96% | 4% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Master welder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among master welders is White, which makes up 63.9% of all master welders. Comparatively, 17.8% of master welders are Hispanic or Latino and 10.2% of master welders are Black or African American.
- White, 63.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.8%
- Black or African American, 10.2%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Master welder race
| Master welder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.2% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Master welder race and ethnicity over time
See how master welder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Master welder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.61% | 10.98% | 3.06% | 15.49% |
| 2011 | 68.15% | 10.84% | 2.54% | 15.12% |
| 2012 | 68.40% | 10.84% | 2.61% | 14.47% |
| 2013 | 67.97% | 10.81% | 2.66% | 15.64% |
| 2014 | 68.02% | 11.14% | 2.42% | 15.57% |
| 2015 | 67.25% | 10.86% | 2.44% | 16.25% |
| 2016 | 67.65% | 11.06% | 2.58% | 15.64% |
| 2017 | 68.29% | 9.76% | 2.64% | 15.79% |
| 2018 | 68.52% | 9.69% | 2.32% | 15.98% |
| 2019 | 68.83% | 9.85% | 2.62% | 15.62% |
| 2020 | 65.98% | 10.28% | 2.16% | 15.92% |
| 2021 | 63.86% | 10.17% | 2.64% | 17.77% |
Master welder wage gap by race
According to our data, white master welders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american master welders have the lowest average salary at $41,282.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,997 |
| White | $44,767 |
| Black or African American | $41,282 |
| Asian | $44,422 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,799 |
Average master welder age
See how the average age of master welders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Master welder age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 46.5 |
| Unknown | 36 | 35.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 47 |
| White | 39 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39.5 |
Master welder age breakdown
The average age of master welders is 40+ years years old, representing 51% of the master welder population.
Master welder age breakdown
| Master Welder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 51% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Master welder educational attainment
The most common degree for master welders is high school diploma, with 28% of master welders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 28%
- Associate, 25%
- Diploma, 15%
- Master's, 11%
- Other Degrees, 21%
Master welders by degree level
| Master welder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 28% |
| Associate | 25% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Master's | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 21% |
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Master welder wage gap by degree level
According to the data, master welders with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $47,233 annually. With a Associate degree, master welders earn a median annual income of $45,115 compared to $43,608 for master welders with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,608 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,233 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,115 |
Master welder employment statistics
Most master welders work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where master welders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where master welders work.
Master welder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 21% |
Master welder jobs by company type
Employees with the master welder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most master welders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Master welder jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 4% |
Master welder jobs by industry
The most common industries for master welders are manufacturing, construction and transportation.
Master welder industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Construction | 12% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
Master welder turnover and employment statistics
Master welder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for master welders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Master welder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Master welder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.84% |
| 2011 | 12.42% |
| 2012 | 10.02% |
| 2013 | 8.95% |
| 2014 | 6.75% |
| 2015 | 6.41% |
| 2016 | 6.74% |
| 2017 | 5.37% |
| 2018 | 4.24% |
| 2019 | 4.83% |
| 2020 | 7.11% |
| 2021 | 6.82% |
Average master welder tenure
The average master welder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 209 master welders resumes in Zippia's database.
Master welder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Master welder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of master welders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Master Welder | 2.57% | - |
| Carbide Tool Maker | 2.99% | 14,296 |
| Injection Molding Technician | 3.20% | 7,682 |
| Gear Machinist | 3.26% | 9,112 |
| Cold Header Operator | 3.27% | 25,851 |
| Vertical Lathe Operator | 5.87% | 29,497 |
| Silver Buffer | 6.48% | 10 |
Similar master welder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Carbide Tool Maker | 2.99% | 14,296 |
| Injection Molding Technician | 3.20% | 7,682 |
| Gear Machinist | 3.26% | 9,112 |
| Cold Header Operator | 3.27% | 25,851 |
| Vertical Lathe Operator | 5.87% | 29,497 |
| Silver Buffer | 6.48% | 10 |