Mechanical laboratory technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Mechanical laboratory technician gender statistics
11.0% of mechanical laboratory technicians are women and 89.0% of mechanical laboratory technicians are men.
- Male, 89.0%
- Female, 11.0%
Mechanical laboratory technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 89.0% |
| Female | 11.0% |
Mechanical laboratory technician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,529
Female income
$43,323
Mechanical laboratory technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mechanical laboratory technician positions over time. Currently, 11.0% of mechanical laboratory technicians are female.
Mechanical laboratory technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88.52% | 11.48% |
| 2011 | 87.55% | 12.45% |
| 2012 | 88.15% | 11.85% |
| 2013 | 87.47% | 12.53% |
| 2014 | 87.87% | 12.13% |
| 2015 | 88.01% | 11.99% |
| 2016 | 88.80% | 11.20% |
| 2017 | 88.34% | 11.66% |
| 2018 | 89.12% | 10.88% |
| 2019 | 89.85% | 10.15% |
| 2020 | 90.19% | 9.81% |
| 2021 | 89.01% | 10.99% |
Mechanical laboratory technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared mechanical laboratory technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Mechanical Laboratory Technician | 89% | 11% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Mechanical laboratory technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mechanical laboratory technicians is White, which makes up 55.7% of all mechanical laboratory technicians. Comparatively, 16.3% of mechanical laboratory technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of mechanical laboratory technicians are Asian.
- White, 55.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.3%
- Asian, 12.1%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Mechanical laboratory technician race
| Mechanical laboratory technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.3% |
| Asian | 12.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Mechanical laboratory technician race and ethnicity over time
See how mechanical laboratory technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mechanical laboratory technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.13% | 10.04% | 11.56% | 12.54% |
| 2011 | 63.22% | 10.04% | 11.60% | 11.78% |
| 2012 | 62.27% | 10.81% | 11.45% | 12.71% |
| 2013 | 62.69% | 10.26% | 11.49% | 12.92% |
| 2014 | 62.70% | 10.64% | 11.31% | 12.56% |
| 2015 | 60.72% | 12.06% | 11.48% | 12.67% |
| 2016 | 61.70% | 10.99% | 11.31% | 13.04% |
| 2017 | 60.99% | 10.67% | 11.54% | 14.04% |
| 2018 | 60.89% | 10.97% | 10.66% | 14.11% |
| 2019 | 58.67% | 11.09% | 12.85% | 14.46% |
| 2020 | 57.21% | 11.16% | 12.14% | 14.32% |
| 2021 | 55.74% | 9.93% | 12.07% | 16.26% |
Mechanical laboratory technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mechanical laboratory technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mechanical laboratory technicians have the lowest average salary at $42,733.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,056 |
| White | $44,768 |
| Black or African American | $42,733 |
| Asian | $46,704 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,475 |
Average mechanical laboratory technician age
See how the average age of mechanical laboratory technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Mechanical laboratory technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Mechanical laboratory technician age breakdown
The average age of mechanical laboratory technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the mechanical laboratory technician population.
Mechanical laboratory technician age breakdown
| Mechanical Laboratory Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Mechanical laboratory technician educational attainment
The most common degree for mechanical laboratory technicians is associate degree, with 40% of mechanical laboratory technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 34% and bachelor's degree degree at 10%.
- Associate, 40%
- Bachelor's, 34%
- High School Diploma, 10%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Mechanical laboratory technicians by degree level
| Mechanical laboratory technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 40% |
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| High School Diploma | 10% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Mechanical laboratory technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mechanical laboratory technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $49,748 annually. With a Doctorate degree, mechanical laboratory technicians earn a median annual income of $49,174 compared to $48,306 for mechanical laboratory technicians with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $49,748 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,629 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,306 |
| Doctorate Degree | $49,174 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,442 |
Mechanical laboratory technician employment statistics
Most mechanical laboratory technicians work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where mechanical laboratory technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mechanical laboratory technicians work.
Mechanical laboratory technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 1% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 33% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Mechanical laboratory technician jobs by company type
Employees with the mechanical laboratory technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mechanical laboratory technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mechanical laboratory technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 42% |
| Government | 2% |
Mechanical laboratory technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for mechanical laboratory technicians are manufacturing, education and technology.
Mechanical laboratory technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 23% |
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Education | 17% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Mechanical laboratory technician turnover and employment statistics
Mechanical laboratory technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mechanical laboratory technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mechanical laboratory technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mechanical laboratory technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average mechanical laboratory technician tenure
The average mechanical laboratory technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 206 mechanical laboratory technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Mechanical laboratory technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Mechanical laboratory technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mechanical laboratory 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Mechanical Laboratory Technician | 8.24% | - |
| Health Information Coder | 9.29% | 112,238 |
| Ophthalmic Dispenser | 12.53% | 3,326 |
| Endoscopic Technician | 12.80% | 48,259 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |
Similar mechanical laboratory technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Cashier/Technician | 5.02% | 105,773 |
| Dental Hygienist | 6.89% | 24,234 |
| Health Information Coder | 9.29% | 112,238 |
| Ophthalmic Dispenser | 12.53% | 3,326 |
| Endoscopic Technician | 12.80% | 48,259 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by mechanical laboratory technicians
The most common foreign language among mechanical laboratory technicians is French at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Tagalog at 33.3% and Vietnamese is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- French, 33.3%
- Tagalog, 33.3%
- Vietnamese, 33.3%
Mechanical laboratory technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| French | 33.3% |
| Tagalog | 33.3% |
| Vietnamese | 33.3% |