Mechanic/manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Mechanic/manager gender statistics
4.6% of mechanic/managers are women and 95.4% of mechanic/managers are men.
- Male, 95.4%
- Female, 4.6%
Mechanic/manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.4% |
| Female | 4.6% |
Mechanic/manager gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$78,922
Female income
$74,007
Mechanic/manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mechanic/manager positions over time. Currently, 4.6% of mechanic/managers are female.
Mechanic/manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.20% | 4.80% |
| 2011 | 95.43% | 4.57% |
| 2012 | 95.29% | 4.71% |
| 2013 | 95.37% | 4.63% |
| 2014 | 95.59% | 4.41% |
| 2015 | 95.97% | 4.03% |
| 2016 | 95.71% | 4.29% |
| 2017 | 95.10% | 4.90% |
| 2018 | 95.32% | 4.68% |
| 2019 | 96.25% | 3.75% |
| 2020 | 94.97% | 5.03% |
| 2021 | 95.38% | 4.62% |
Mechanic/manager related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanic/Manager | 95% | 5% |
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Mechanic/manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mechanic/managers is White, which makes up 67.9% of all mechanic/managers. Comparatively, 15.9% of mechanic/managers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.3% of mechanic/managers are Black or African American.
- White, 67.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.9%
- Black or African American, 8.3%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- Asian, 2.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Mechanic/manager race
| Mechanic/manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| Asian | 2.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Mechanic/manager race and ethnicity over time
See how mechanic/manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mechanic/manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.58% | 9.26% | 2.33% | 11.73% |
| 2011 | 73.83% | 8.65% | 2.07% | 12.58% |
| 2012 | 73.31% | 8.60% | 1.83% | 13.78% |
| 2013 | 72.32% | 8.73% | 2.27% | 13.73% |
| 2014 | 72.48% | 9.33% | 2.52% | 12.92% |
| 2015 | 72.99% | 8.89% | 1.88% | 13.77% |
| 2016 | 73.33% | 7.87% | 2.42% | 13.96% |
| 2017 | 72.80% | 8.11% | 2.16% | 14.05% |
| 2018 | 70.45% | 8.33% | 2.32% | 16.26% |
| 2019 | 72.75% | 9.03% | 2.14% | 13.66% |
| 2020 | 71.32% | 7.91% | 2.04% | 14.27% |
| 2021 | 67.91% | 8.33% | 2.11% | 15.90% |
Mechanic/manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mechanic/managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mechanic/managers have the lowest average salary at $74,489.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $82,204 |
| White | $78,180 |
| Black or African American | $74,489 |
| Asian | $85,634 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $74,692 |
Average mechanic/manager age
See how the average age of mechanic/managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Mechanic/manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 51 |
| Unknown | 43 | |
| Asian | 48 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | |
| White | 51 | 51.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 53.5 |
Mechanic/manager age breakdown
The average age of mechanic/managers is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the mechanic/manager population.
Mechanic/manager age breakdown
| Mechanic/Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 3% |
Mechanic/manager educational attainment
The most common degree for mechanic/managers is bachelor's degree, with 37% of mechanic/managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 26% and high school diploma degree at 21%.
- Bachelor's, 37%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Associate, 21%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Mechanic/managers by degree level
| Mechanic/manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 37% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Mechanic/manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mechanic/managers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $88,265 annually. With a Associate degree, mechanic/managers earn a median annual income of $77,564 compared to $75,311 for mechanic/managers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $75,311 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $88,265 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $77,564 |
Mechanic/manager employment statistics
Most mechanic/managers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where mechanic/managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mechanic/managers work.
Mechanic/manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Mechanic/manager jobs by company type
Employees with the mechanic/manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mechanic/managers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mechanic/manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 5% |
Mechanic/manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for mechanic/managers are manufacturing, retail and technology.
Mechanic/manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Automotive | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Mechanic/manager turnover and employment statistics
Mechanic/manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mechanic/managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mechanic/manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mechanic/manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.85% |
| 2011 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 4.63% |
| 2013 | 3.86% |
| 2014 | 2.71% |
| 2015 | 2.04% |
| 2016 | 2.81% |
| 2017 | 1.83% |
| 2018 | 1.59% |
| 2019 | 1.44% |
| 2020 | 2.49% |
| 2021 | 2.55% |
Average mechanic/manager tenure
The average mechanic/manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,029 mechanic/managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Mechanic/manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 20% |
Mechanic/manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mechanic/managers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Machines Technician | 2.02% | 106,175 |
| Tire Technician | 2.91% | 110,586 |
| Maintenance Engineer | 3.55% | 97,957 |
| Aircraft Mechanic | 3.67% | 35,667 |
| Mechanic/Manager | 4.05% | - |
| Slot Technician | 6.29% | 60,589 |
| Locksmith | 9.57% | 60,250 |
Similar mechanic/manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Machines Technician | 2.02% | 106,175 |
| Tire Technician | 2.91% | 110,586 |
| Maintenance Engineer | 3.55% | 97,957 |
| Aircraft Mechanic | 3.67% | 35,667 |
| Slot Technician | 6.29% | 60,589 |
| Locksmith | 9.57% | 60,250 |
Foreign languages spoken by mechanic/managers
The most common foreign language among mechanic/managers is Spanish at 47.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 13.0% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 8.7%.
- Spanish, 47.8%
- Arabic, 13.0%
- Japanese, 8.7%
- Carrier, 8.7%
- Irish, 4.3%
- Other, 17.5%
Mechanic/manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 47.8% |
| Arabic | 13.0% |
| Japanese | 8.7% |
| Carrier | 8.7% |
| Irish | 4.3% |
| Other | 17.5% |
