Measuring machine operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Measuring machine operator gender statistics
21.7% of measuring machine operators are women and 78.3% of measuring machine operators are men.
- Male, 78.3%
- Female, 21.7%
Measuring machine operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.3% |
| Female | 21.7% |
Measuring machine operator gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,917
Female income
$31,307
Measuring machine operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in measuring machine operator positions over time. Currently, 21.7% of measuring machine operators are female.
Measuring machine operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.14% | 22.86% |
| 2011 | 77.26% | 22.74% |
| 2012 | 77.28% | 22.72% |
| 2013 | 77.77% | 22.23% |
| 2014 | 78.08% | 21.92% |
| 2015 | 78.85% | 21.15% |
| 2016 | 78.27% | 21.73% |
| 2017 | 77.69% | 22.31% |
| 2018 | 79.50% | 20.50% |
| 2019 | 78.87% | 21.13% |
| 2020 | 77.86% | 22.14% |
| 2021 | 78.26% | 21.74% |
Measuring machine operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared measuring machine operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Measuring Machine Operator | 78% | 22% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Measuring machine operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among measuring machine operators is White, which makes up 59.5% of all measuring machine operators. Comparatively, 16.8% of measuring machine operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.8% of measuring machine operators are Black or African American.
- White, 59.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.8%
- Black or African American, 11.8%
- Asian, 7.3%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Measuring machine operator race
| Measuring machine operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.8% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Measuring machine operator race and ethnicity over time
See how measuring machine operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Measuring machine operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.77% | 13.09% | 6.18% | 15.19% |
| 2011 | 64.43% | 13.23% | 6.12% | 14.32% |
| 2012 | 63.11% | 13.20% | 6.19% | 15.82% |
| 2013 | 64.34% | 12.68% | 6.03% | 15.18% |
| 2014 | 63.59% | 12.66% | 5.96% | 15.74% |
| 2015 | 64.45% | 12.65% | 6.24% | 14.69% |
| 2016 | 63.31% | 12.73% | 6.25% | 15.54% |
| 2017 | 62.34% | 13.37% | 6.37% | 15.69% |
| 2018 | 63.85% | 12.35% | 6.53% | 15.25% |
| 2019 | 65.12% | 11.94% | 6.28% | 14.53% |
| 2020 | 62.32% | 11.94% | 7.24% | 14.55% |
| 2021 | 59.50% | 11.84% | 7.25% | 16.80% |
Measuring machine operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white measuring machine operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american measuring machine operators have the lowest average salary at $33,167.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,375 |
| White | $34,841 |
| Black or African American | $33,167 |
| Asian | $33,659 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,571 |
Average measuring machine operator age
See how the average age of measuring machine operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Measuring machine operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 50 |
Measuring machine operator age breakdown
The average age of measuring machine operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the measuring machine operator population.
Measuring machine operator age breakdown
| Measuring Machine Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Measuring machine operator educational attainment
The most common degree for measuring machine operators is bachelor's degree, with 36% of measuring machine operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 36% and associate degree degree at 27%.
- Bachelor's, 36%
- Associate, 36%
- High School Diploma, 27%
Measuring machine operators by degree level
| Measuring machine operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 36% |
| Associate | 36% |
| High School Diploma | 27% |
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Measuring machine operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, measuring machine operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $35,950 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, measuring machine operators earn a median annual income of $34,261 compared to $33,806 for measuring machine operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $35,950 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,177 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,261 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,806 |
Measuring machine operator employment statistics
Company size where measuring machine operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where measuring machine operators work.
Measuring machine operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 11% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Measuring machine operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for measuring machine operators are manufacturing, professional and transportation.
Measuring machine operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 32% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Automotive | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Education | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
Measuring machine operator turnover and employment statistics
Measuring machine operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for measuring machine operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Measuring machine operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Measuring machine operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 4.89% |
| 2019 | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 6.59% |
| 2021 | 6.08% |
Average measuring machine operator tenure
The average measuring machine operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 75 measuring machine operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Measuring machine operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Measuring machine operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of measuring machine operators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Dynamometer Tester | 4.47% | 8,621 |
| Under Seal Operator | 4.75% | 45,271 |
| Measuring Machine Operator | 4.90% | - |
| Corrugator Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,692 |
| Centrifugal Drier Operator | 8.41% | 26,152 |
| Molder Helper | 8.89% | 13,695 |
| Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,304 |
Similar measuring machine operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Dynamometer Tester | 4.47% | 8,621 |
| Under Seal Operator | 4.75% | 45,271 |
| Corrugator Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,692 |
| Centrifugal Drier Operator | 8.41% | 26,152 |
| Molder Helper | 8.89% | 13,695 |
| Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,304 |