Motor mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Motor mechanic gender statistics
3.6% of motor mechanics are women and 96.4% of motor mechanics are men.
- Male, 96.4%
- Female, 3.6%
Motor mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.4% |
| Female | 3.6% |
Motor mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,694
Female income
$36,853
Motor mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in motor mechanic positions over time. Currently, 3.6% of motor mechanics are female.
Motor mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.40% | 4.60% |
| 2011 | 97.36% | 2.64% |
| 2012 | 97.46% | 2.54% |
| 2013 | 97.95% | 2.05% |
| 2014 | 97.23% | 2.77% |
| 2015 | 97.73% | 2.27% |
| 2016 | 96.89% | 3.11% |
| 2017 | 95.21% | 4.79% |
| 2018 | 95.19% | 4.81% |
| 2019 | 96.21% | 3.79% |
| 2020 | 95.98% | 4.02% |
| 2021 | 96.35% | 3.65% |
Motor mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared motor mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Motor Mechanic | 96% | 4% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Motor mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among motor mechanics is White, which makes up 64.7% of all motor mechanics. Comparatively, 18.3% of motor mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of motor mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 64.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.3%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Asian, 2.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Motor mechanic race
| Motor mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.3% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Asian | 2.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Motor mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how motor mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Motor mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.38% | 9.39% | 1.77% | 14.93% |
| 2011 | 71.27% | 9.82% | 1.87% | 14.97% |
| 2012 | 69.62% | 9.50% | 1.94% | 16.65% |
| 2013 | 68.55% | 9.84% | 1.96% | 17.34% |
| 2014 | 69.91% | 9.43% | 2.23% | 16.46% |
| 2015 | 69.40% | 8.87% | 1.90% | 17.29% |
| 2016 | 68.67% | 9.75% | 2.08% | 17.18% |
| 2017 | 68.16% | 8.14% | 1.81% | 18.79% |
| 2018 | 68.76% | 8.35% | 2.37% | 18.16% |
| 2019 | 70.31% | 7.92% | 1.84% | 17.11% |
| 2020 | 66.70% | 8.00% | 2.44% | 17.44% |
| 2021 | 64.70% | 8.46% | 2.42% | 18.35% |
Motor mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian motor mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown motor mechanics have the lowest average salary at $37,870.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,870 |
| White | $38,960 |
| Black or African American | $38,099 |
| Asian | $40,602 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,003 |
Average motor mechanic age
See how the average age of motor mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Motor mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | |
| Unknown | 38 | |
| Asian | 44.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | |
| White | 42 | 32 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41.5 |
Motor mechanic age breakdown
The average age of motor mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the motor mechanic population.
Motor mechanic age breakdown
| Motor Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Motor mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for motor mechanics is high school diploma, with 39% of motor mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 39%
- Associate, 23%
- Diploma, 15%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Motor mechanics by degree level
| Motor mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 39% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Motor mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, motor mechanics with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $40,141 annually. With a Associate degree, motor mechanics earn a median annual income of $40,016 compared to $37,797 for motor mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,797 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,141 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,016 |
Motor mechanic employment statistics
Most motor mechanics work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where motor mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where motor mechanics work.
Motor mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Motor mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the motor mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most motor mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Motor mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 73% |
| Government | 5% |
Motor mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for motor mechanics are manufacturing, professional and energy.
Motor mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 18% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Energy | 9% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Start-up | 5% |
| Government | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Education | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
Motor mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Motor mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for motor mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Motor mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Motor mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.33% |
| 2011 | 6.26% |
| 2012 | 4.53% |
| 2013 | 3.96% |
| 2014 | 3.72% |
| 2015 | 3.10% |
| 2016 | 2.97% |
| 2017 | 2.67% |
| 2018 | 2.35% |
| 2019 | 1.82% |
| 2020 | 2.94% |
| 2021 | 2.58% |
Average motor mechanic tenure
The average motor mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 352 motor mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Motor mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 23% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Motor mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of motor 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,715 |
| Motor Mechanic | 1.79% | - |
| Automotive Technician | 2.20% | 142,840 |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Green Tire Inspector | 3.57% | 20,487 |
| Body And Fender Worker | 3.73% | 23,561 |
| Motorsports Technician | 5.18% | 23,640 |
Similar motor mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,715 |
| Automotive Technician | 2.20% | 142,840 |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Green Tire Inspector | 3.57% | 20,487 |
| Body And Fender Worker | 3.73% | 23,561 |
| Motorsports Technician | 5.18% | 23,640 |
Foreign languages spoken by motor mechanics
The most common foreign language among motor mechanics is German at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 16.7% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- German, 33.3%
- Russian, 16.7%
- Carrier, 16.7%
- Uzbek, 16.7%
- Spanish, 16.7%
Motor mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 33.3% |
| Russian | 16.7% |
| Carrier | 16.7% |
| Uzbek | 16.7% |
| Spanish | 16.7% |