Model technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Model technician gender statistics
28.1% of model technicians are women and 71.9% of model technicians are men.
- Male, 71.9%
- Female, 28.1%
Model technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.9% |
| Female | 28.1% |
Model technician gender pay gap
Women earn 82¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$66,225
Female income
$53,999
Model technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in model technician positions over time. Currently, 28.1% of model technicians are female.
Model technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.35% | 7.65% |
| 2011 | 83.95% | 16.05% |
| 2012 | 70.72% | 29.28% |
| 2013 | 73.14% | 26.86% |
| 2014 | 73.33% | 26.67% |
| 2015 | 72.09% | 27.91% |
| 2016 | 72.71% | 27.29% |
| 2017 | 71.84% | 28.16% |
| 2018 | 73.58% | 26.42% |
| 2019 | 70.38% | 29.62% |
| 2020 | 71.94% | 28.06% |
| 2021 | 71.86% | 28.14% |
Model technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared model technicians 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% |
| Model Technician | 72% | 28% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Model technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among model technicians is White, which makes up 55.4% of all model technicians. Comparatively, 19.7% of model technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 10.2% of model technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 55.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.7%
- Black or African American, 10.2%
- Asian, 9.3%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Model technician race
| Model technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.7% |
| Black or African American | 10.2% |
| Asian | 9.3% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Model technician race and ethnicity over time
See how model technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Model technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.31% | 2.13% | 5.23% | 8.99% |
| 2011 | 76.08% | 1.37% | 10.79% | 8.52% |
| 2012 | 59.32% | 10.50% | 8.29% | 19.08% |
| 2013 | 60.90% | 11.20% | 8.06% | 17.45% |
| 2014 | 59.74% | 11.04% | 8.34% | 18.23% |
| 2015 | 59.55% | 10.57% | 8.21% | 18.69% |
| 2016 | 59.87% | 10.62% | 8.64% | 18.07% |
| 2017 | 59.14% | 9.69% | 9.09% | 19.44% |
| 2018 | 59.89% | 10.40% | 9.18% | 17.95% |
| 2019 | 60.34% | 11.20% | 8.31% | 17.53% |
| 2020 | 57.49% | 10.36% | 8.62% | 18.94% |
| 2021 | 55.40% | 10.17% | 9.35% | 19.67% |
Model technician wage gap by race
According to our data, white model technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american model technicians have the lowest average salary at $62,828.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $64,861 |
| White | $72,977 |
| Black or African American | $62,828 |
| Asian | $66,286 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $64,618 |
Average model technician age
See how the average age of model technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Model technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 47 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 52 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 48 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 |
Model technician age breakdown
The average age of model technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the model technician population.
Model technician age breakdown
| Model Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Model technician educational attainment
The most common degree for model technicians is bachelor's degree, with 42% of model technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 26% and high school diploma degree at 22%.
- Bachelor's, 42%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Associate, 22%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Model technicians by degree level
| Model technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 42% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Model technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, model technicians with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $73,706 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, model technicians earn a median annual income of $66,664 compared to $66,080 for model technicians with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $66,080 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,664 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $73,706 |
Model technician employment statistics
Most model technicians work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where model technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where model technicians work.
Model technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 9% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 35% |
Model technician jobs by company type
Employees with the model technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most model technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Model technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 31% |
| Private | 57% |
| Government | 6% |
Model technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for model technicians are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Model technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 21% |
| Technology | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Education | 5% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
Model technician turnover and employment statistics
Model technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for model technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Model technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Model technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14.29% |
| 2011 | 14.81% |
| 2012 | 7.58% |
| 2013 | 7.09% |
| 2014 | 5.74% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 4.40% |
| 2017 | 3.66% |
| 2018 | 3.53% |
| 2019 | 3.41% |
| 2020 | 5.09% |
| 2021 | 5.65% |
Average model technician tenure
The average model technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 230 model technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Model technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Model technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of model 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Welding Setter | 2.57% | 3,275 |
| Tool Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 20,030 |
| Model Technician | 3.20% | - |
| Carbide Operator | 3.26% | 30,287 |
| Screw Down | 3.27% | 718 |
| Control Operator | 5.87% | 64,435 |
| Shot Grinder Operator | 6.48% | 26,241 |
Similar model technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Welding Setter | 2.57% | 3,275 |
| Tool Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 20,030 |
| Carbide Operator | 3.26% | 30,287 |
| Screw Down | 3.27% | 718 |
| Control Operator | 5.87% | 64,435 |
| Shot Grinder Operator | 6.48% | 26,241 |
Foreign languages spoken by model technicians
The most common foreign language among model technicians is German at 25.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Polish at 25.0% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 25.0%.
- German, 25.0%
- Polish, 25.0%
- Arabic, 25.0%
- Chinese, 25.0%
Model technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 25.0% |
| Polish | 25.0% |
| Arabic | 25.0% |
| Chinese | 25.0% |
