Nondestructive tester demographics and statistics in the US
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Nondestructive tester gender statistics
9.1% of nondestructive testers are women and 90.9% of nondestructive testers are men.
- Male, 90.9%
- Female, 9.1%
Nondestructive tester gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.9% |
| Female | 9.1% |
Nondestructive tester gender pay gap
Women earn 82¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,078
Female income
$36,773
Nondestructive tester gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in nondestructive tester positions over time. Currently, 9.1% of nondestructive testers are female.
Nondestructive tester gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.66% | 7.34% |
| 2011 | 92.50% | 7.50% |
| 2012 | 92.96% | 7.04% |
| 2013 | 91.85% | 8.15% |
| 2014 | 92.49% | 7.51% |
| 2015 | 92.27% | 7.73% |
| 2016 | 92.44% | 7.56% |
| 2017 | 92.39% | 7.61% |
| 2018 | 91.53% | 8.47% |
| 2019 | 90.84% | 9.16% |
| 2020 | 91.55% | 8.45% |
| 2021 | 90.91% | 9.09% |
Nondestructive tester related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Nondestructive Tester | 91% | 9% |
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Nondestructive tester demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among nondestructive testers is White, which makes up 67.9% of all nondestructive testers. Comparatively, 11.7% of nondestructive testers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.2% of nondestructive testers are Asian.
- White, 67.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.7%
- Asian, 8.2%
- Black or African American, 6.9%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Nondestructive tester race
| Nondestructive tester race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.7% |
| Asian | 8.2% |
| Black or African American | 6.9% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Nondestructive tester race and ethnicity over time
See how nondestructive tester racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Nondestructive tester race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.17% | 7.08% | 7.89% | 9.54% |
| 2011 | 73.63% | 7.19% | 8.58% | 8.42% |
| 2012 | 72.65% | 7.60% | 8.91% | 8.56% |
| 2013 | 71.86% | 7.87% | 8.07% | 9.07% |
| 2014 | 73.05% | 6.71% | 8.38% | 9.25% |
| 2015 | 72.64% | 7.00% | 7.74% | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 71.43% | 7.41% | 8.23% | 10.18% |
| 2017 | 71.23% | 7.28% | 8.45% | 10.03% |
| 2018 | 71.21% | 6.43% | 8.40% | 11.23% |
| 2019 | 71.66% | 6.16% | 8.30% | 11.33% |
| 2020 | 69.60% | 5.51% | 8.58% | 11.30% |
| 2021 | 67.94% | 6.86% | 8.17% | 11.74% |
Nondestructive tester wage gap by race
According to our data, asian nondestructive testers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american nondestructive testers have the lowest average salary at $43,082.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,487 |
| White | $45,559 |
| Black or African American | $43,082 |
| Asian | $47,355 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,025 |
Average nondestructive tester age
See how the average age of nondestructive testers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Nondestructive tester age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 48 |
| Unknown | 43 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 44 |
| White | 46.5 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Nondestructive tester age breakdown
The average age of nondestructive testers is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the nondestructive tester population.
Nondestructive tester age breakdown
| Nondestructive Tester Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Nondestructive tester educational attainment
The most common degree for nondestructive testers is associate degree, with 62% of nondestructive testers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 19% and bachelor's degree degree at 14%.
- Associate, 62%
- Bachelor's, 19%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Nondestructive testers by degree level
| Nondestructive tester degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 62% |
| Bachelor's | 19% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Nondestructive tester wage gap by degree level
According to the data, nondestructive testers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $51,139 annually. With a Associate degree, nondestructive testers earn a median annual income of $47,858 compared to $46,634 for nondestructive testers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $51,139 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,105 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $46,634 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,858 |
Nondestructive tester employment statistics
Most nondestructive testers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where nondestructive testers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where nondestructive testers work.
Nondestructive tester jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 20% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 40% |
Nondestructive tester jobs by company type
Employees with the nondestructive tester job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most nondestructive testers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Nondestructive tester jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 48% |
| Government | 13% |
Nondestructive tester jobs by industry
The most common industries for nondestructive testers are manufacturing, government and professional.
Nondestructive tester industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Government | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Education | 4% |
| Media | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
Nondestructive tester turnover and employment statistics
Nondestructive tester unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for nondestructive testers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Nondestructive tester unemployment rate by year
| Year | Nondestructive tester unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.39% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 5.70% |
| 2013 | 4.72% |
| 2014 | 3.88% |
| 2015 | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 3.28% |
| 2017 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.91% |
| 2021 | 4.04% |
Average nondestructive tester tenure
The average nondestructive tester stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 54 nondestructive testers resumes in Zippia's database.
Nondestructive tester tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 12% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 28% |
Nondestructive tester LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of nondestructive testers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lot Technician | 4.94% | 11,410 |
| Electrical Drafter | 5.61% | 30,376 |
| Truss Designer | 5.82% | 45,424 |
| Nondestructive Tester | 6.29% | - |
| Senior Electronics Technician | 8.40% | 68,281 |
Similar nondestructive tester jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Lot Technician | 4.94% | 11,410 |
| Electrical Drafter | 5.61% | 30,376 |
| Truss Designer | 5.82% | 45,424 |
| Senior Electronics Technician | 8.40% | 68,281 |