Meter mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Meter mechanic gender statistics
12.9% of meter mechanics are women and 87.1% of meter mechanics are men.
- Male, 87.1%
- Female, 12.9%
Meter mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 87.1% |
| Female | 12.9% |
Meter mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,354
Female income
$38,633
Meter mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in meter mechanic positions over time. Currently, 12.9% of meter mechanics are female.
Meter mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.27% | 25.73% |
| 2011 | 74.41% | 25.59% |
| 2012 | 70.62% | 29.38% |
| 2013 | 74.98% | 25.02% |
| 2014 | 65.74% | 34.26% |
| 2015 | 66.95% | 33.05% |
| 2016 | 81.78% | 18.22% |
| 2017 | 70.22% | 29.78% |
| 2018 | 71.66% | 28.34% |
| 2019 | 66.43% | 33.57% |
| 2020 | 64.89% | 35.11% |
| 2021 | 87.10% | 12.90% |
Meter mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared meter mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Meter Mechanic | 87% | 13% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Meter mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among meter mechanics is White, which makes up 69.2% of all meter mechanics. Comparatively, 16.1% of meter mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 9.0% of meter mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 69.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.1%
- Black or African American, 9.0%
- Asian, 2.3%
- Unknown, 2.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.4%
Meter mechanic race
| Meter mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.0% |
| Asian | 2.3% |
| Unknown | 2.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.4% |
Meter mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how meter mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Meter mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.86% | 10.20% | 1.57% | 8.24% |
| 2011 | 76.98% | 9.13% | 1.19% | 9.92% |
| 2012 | 77.55% | 10.20% | 0.41% | 9.39% |
| 2013 | 72.25% | 8.60% | 1.52% | 15.05% |
| 2014 | 73.93% | 11.37% | 0.47% | 12.32% |
| 2015 | 76.89% | 10.36% | 3.19% | 8.37% |
| 2016 | 75.96% | 10.18% | 1.27% | 11.03% |
| 2017 | 79.26% | 7.83% | 1.38% | 8.76% |
| 2018 | 73.90% | 8.67% | 1.39% | 12.49% |
| 2019 | 75.65% | 8.49% | 1.85% | 11.44% |
| 2020 | 74.59% | 6.56% | 1.64% | 13.52% |
| 2021 | 69.23% | 9.03% | 2.34% | 16.05% |
Meter mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, white meter mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american meter mechanics have the lowest average salary at $41,566.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,900 |
| White | $46,190 |
| Black or African American | $41,566 |
| Asian | $45,213 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,042 |
Average meter mechanic age
See how the average age of meter mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Meter mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 48 | |
| Black or African American | 43.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 |
Meter mechanic age breakdown
The average age of meter mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the meter mechanic population.
Meter mechanic age breakdown
| Meter Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Meter mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for meter mechanics is associate degree, with 43% of meter mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 29% and high school diploma degree at 29%.
- Associate, 43%
- High School Diploma, 29%
- Diploma, 29%
Meter mechanics by degree level
| Meter mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 43% |
| High School Diploma | 29% |
| Diploma | 29% |
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Meter mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, meter mechanics with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $53,372 annually. With a Associate degree, meter mechanics earn a median annual income of $49,287 compared to $47,563 for meter mechanics with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,372 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,443 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,563 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,287 |
Meter mechanic employment statistics
Most meter mechanics work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where meter mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where meter mechanics work.
Meter mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Meter mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the meter mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most meter mechanics prefer to work at government companies over public companies.
Meter mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 28% |
| Government | 44% |
Meter mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for meter mechanics are government, energy and utilities.
Meter mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 33% |
| Energy | 19% |
| Utilities | 19% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Automotive | 5% |
Meter mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Meter mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for meter mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Meter mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Meter mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.04% |
| 2011 | 7.66% |
| 2012 | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 4.15% |
| 2014 | 1.14% |
| 2015 | 3.83% |
| 2016 | 3.92% |
| 2017 | 6.11% |
| 2018 | 0.81% |
| 2019 | 4.37% |
| 2020 | 1.52% |
| 2021 | 3.14% |
Average meter mechanic tenure
The average meter mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 37 meter mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Meter mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 10% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 29% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 32% |
Meter mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of meter 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Heating And Cooling Technician | 1.73% | 32,552 |
| Millwright Mechanic | 2.00% | 138,071 |
| Locksmith Apprentice | 3.52% | 22,230 |
| Blacksmith Assistant | 3.67% | 3,038 |
| Vacuum Cleaner Repairer | 3.71% | 39,087 |
| Meter Mechanic | 8.62% | - |
| Gauge Checker | 8.86% | 6,870 |
Similar meter mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heating And Cooling Technician | 1.73% | 32,552 |
| Millwright Mechanic | 2.00% | 138,071 |
| Locksmith Apprentice | 3.52% | 22,230 |
| Blacksmith Assistant | 3.67% | 3,038 |
| Vacuum Cleaner Repairer | 3.71% | 39,087 |
| Gauge Checker | 8.86% | 6,870 |