Orthopedic assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Orthopedic assistant gender statistics
54.6% of orthopedic assistants are women and 45.4% of orthopedic assistants are men.
- Female, 54.6%
- Male, 45.4%
Orthopedic assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% |
| Male | 45.4% |
Orthopedic assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$59,967
Female income
$56,306
Orthopedic assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in orthopedic assistant positions over time. Currently, 54.6% of orthopedic assistants are female.
Orthopedic assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 33.90% | 66.10% |
| 2011 | 39.99% | 60.01% |
| 2012 | 40.37% | 59.63% |
| 2013 | 42.05% | 57.95% |
| 2014 | 42.20% | 57.80% |
| 2015 | 46.79% | 53.21% |
| 2016 | 48.13% | 51.87% |
| 2017 | 45.94% | 54.06% |
| 2018 | 45.18% | 54.82% |
| 2019 | 49.42% | 50.58% |
| 2020 | 45.43% | 54.57% |
| 2021 | 45.41% | 54.59% |
Orthopedic assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared orthopedic assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, delivery technician and donations attendant have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Transcriptionist | 3% | 97% |
| Radiology Transcriptionist | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Registered Dental Assistant | 5% | 95% |
| Orthopedic Assistant | 45% | 55% |
| Dental Officer | 79% | 21% |
| Donations Attendant | 81% | 19% |
| Delivery Technician | 88% | 12% |
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Orthopedic assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among orthopedic assistants is White, which makes up 57.2% of all orthopedic assistants. Comparatively, 18.6% of orthopedic assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.8% of orthopedic assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 57.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.6%
- Black or African American, 9.8%
- Asian, 9.0%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Orthopedic assistant race
| Orthopedic assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.8% |
| Asian | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Orthopedic assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how orthopedic assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Orthopedic assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.59% | 10.68% | 6.77% | 15.88% |
| 2011 | 63.50% | 10.94% | 6.69% | 15.77% |
| 2012 | 62.18% | 11.65% | 6.52% | 16.16% |
| 2013 | 63.05% | 11.23% | 6.81% | 16.04% |
| 2014 | 63.31% | 10.73% | 6.41% | 16.74% |
| 2015 | 62.36% | 11.34% | 6.37% | 17.09% |
| 2016 | 61.12% | 9.88% | 7.14% | 18.11% |
| 2017 | 61.18% | 9.56% | 7.77% | 18.11% |
| 2018 | 60.15% | 10.08% | 7.16% | 18.99% |
| 2019 | 62.24% | 9.39% | 7.94% | 16.69% |
| 2020 | 60.47% | 9.54% | 8.48% | 16.53% |
| 2021 | 57.23% | 9.83% | 8.96% | 18.57% |
Orthopedic assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian orthopedic assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White orthopedic assistants have the lowest average salary at $58,567.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $60,409 |
| White | $58,567 |
| Black or African American | $59,845 |
| Asian | $61,879 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $59,189 |
Average orthopedic assistant age
See how the average age of orthopedic assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Orthopedic assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 35 | 37 |
| Unknown | 38.5 | 33.5 |
| Asian | 30 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 32.5 |
| White | 33 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34.5 |
Orthopedic assistant age breakdown
The average age of orthopedic assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 37% of the orthopedic assistant population.
Orthopedic assistant age breakdown
| Orthopedic Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 37% |
| 30-40 years | 32% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Orthopedic assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for orthopedic assistants is bachelor's degree, with 43% of orthopedic assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 43%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 8%
- Doctorate, 8%
- Other Degrees, 25%
Orthopedic assistants by degree level
| Orthopedic assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 43% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Doctorate | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 25% |
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Orthopedic assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, orthopedic assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $70,874 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, orthopedic assistants earn a median annual income of $61,269 compared to $60,794 for orthopedic assistants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $70,874 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $59,212 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,269 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $60,794 |
Orthopedic assistant employment statistics
Most orthopedic assistants work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where orthopedic assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where orthopedic assistants work.
Orthopedic assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Orthopedic assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the orthopedic assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most orthopedic assistants prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Orthopedic assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 77% |
| Government | 8% |
Orthopedic assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for orthopedic assistants are health care, education and government.
Orthopedic assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 68% |
| Education | 11% |
| Government | 5% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
Orthopedic assistant turnover and employment statistics
Orthopedic assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for orthopedic assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Orthopedic assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Orthopedic assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.44% |
| 2011 | 8.37% |
| 2012 | 8.18% |
| 2013 | 6.70% |
| 2014 | 5.35% |
| 2015 | 5.12% |
| 2016 | 3.45% |
| 2017 | 3.55% |
| 2018 | 2.71% |
| 2019 | 2.49% |
| 2020 | 5.04% |
| 2021 | 3.86% |
Average orthopedic assistant tenure
The average orthopedic assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 277 orthopedic assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Orthopedic assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Orthopedic assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of orthopedic assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant/Receptionist | 4.40% | 80,317 |
| Orthopedic Assistant | 5.81% | - |
| Outpatient Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 15,371 |
| Medical Transcription Supervisor | 8.65% | 45,296 |
| Pharmacist Aide | 9.41% | 87,146 |
| Kennel Technician | 9.55% | 30,123 |
| Hospice Massage Therapist | 13.02% | 47,644 |
Similar orthopedic assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant/Receptionist | 4.40% | 80,317 |
| Outpatient Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 15,371 |
| Medical Transcription Supervisor | 8.65% | 45,296 |
| Pharmacist Aide | 9.41% | 87,146 |
| Kennel Technician | 9.55% | 30,123 |
| Hospice Massage Therapist | 13.02% | 47,644 |
Foreign languages spoken by orthopedic assistants
The most common foreign language among orthopedic assistants is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Swedish at 11.1% and Danish is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Swedish, 11.1%
- Danish, 5.6%
- Japanese, 5.6%
- Tagalog, 5.6%
- Other, 5.4%
Orthopedic assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Swedish | 11.1% |
| Danish | 5.6% |
| Japanese | 5.6% |
| Tagalog | 5.6% |
| Other | 5.4% |