Parts inspector demographics and statistics in the US
Parts inspector demographics research summary. Zippia estimates parts inspector demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our parts inspector estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about parts inspectors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 10,385 parts inspectors currently employed in the United States.
- 39.6% of all parts inspectors are women, while 60.4% are men.
- The average parts inspector age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of parts inspectors is White (62.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (13.1%), Black or African American (11.1%) and Asian (7.3%).
- Parts inspectors are most in-demand in Merritt Island, FL.
- The automotive industry is the highest-paying for parts inspectors.
- 4% of all parts inspectors are LGBT.
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Parts inspector demographics by:
Parts inspector gender statistics
39.6% of parts inspectors are women and 60.4% of parts inspectors are men.
- Male, 60.4%
- Female, 39.6%
Parts inspector gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 60.4% |
| Female | 39.6% |
Parts inspector gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,371
Female income
$26,790
Parts inspector gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in parts inspector positions over time. Currently, 39.6% of parts inspectors are female.
Parts inspector gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.01% | 40.99% |
| 2011 | 58.79% | 41.21% |
| 2012 | 60.00% | 40.00% |
| 2013 | 61.04% | 38.96% |
| 2014 | 60.97% | 39.03% |
| 2015 | 62.03% | 37.97% |
| 2016 | 61.06% | 38.94% |
| 2017 | 60.95% | 39.05% |
| 2018 | 61.69% | 38.31% |
| 2019 | 61.23% | 38.77% |
| 2020 | 60.24% | 39.76% |
| 2021 | 60.41% | 39.59% |
Parts inspector related jobs gender ratio
We compared parts inspectors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Parts Inspector | 60% | 40% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Parts inspector demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among parts inspectors is White, which makes up 62.7% of all parts inspectors. Comparatively, 13.1% of parts inspectors are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of parts inspectors are Black or African American.
- White, 62.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.1%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Asian, 7.3%
- Unknown, 4.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Parts inspector race
| Parts inspector race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.1% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 4.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Parts inspector race and ethnicity over time
See how parts inspector racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Parts inspector race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.92% | 11.13% | 6.29% | 9.80% |
| 2011 | 68.22% | 12.40% | 5.77% | 10.63% |
| 2012 | 68.29% | 12.44% | 6.41% | 9.81% |
| 2013 | 68.43% | 12.52% | 5.82% | 10.31% |
| 2014 | 68.79% | 11.81% | 6.00% | 10.52% |
| 2015 | 67.77% | 11.80% | 6.00% | 11.30% |
| 2016 | 68.28% | 11.96% | 5.69% | 11.10% |
| 2017 | 68.39% | 11.05% | 6.17% | 11.12% |
| 2018 | 69.46% | 10.83% | 6.14% | 10.23% |
| 2019 | 68.54% | 10.74% | 5.78% | 11.76% |
| 2020 | 65.61% | 10.65% | 6.69% | 11.50% |
| 2021 | 62.74% | 11.10% | 7.28% | 13.14% |
Parts inspector wage gap by race
According to our data, asian parts inspectors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american parts inspectors have the lowest average salary at $28,492.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,523 |
| White | $29,653 |
| Black or African American | $28,492 |
| Asian | $30,157 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,056 |
Average parts inspector age
See how the average age of parts inspectors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Parts inspector age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 48 |
| Unknown | 40.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 45 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
| White | 45 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 | 51.5 |
Parts inspector age breakdown
The average age of parts inspectors is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the parts inspector population.
Parts inspector age breakdown
| Parts Inspector Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Parts inspector educational attainment
The most common degree for parts inspectors is high school diploma, with 51% of parts inspectors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 51%
- Associate, 16%
- Diploma, 14%
- Bachelor's, 11%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Parts inspectors by degree level
| Parts inspector degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 51% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Diploma | 14% |
| Bachelor's | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Parts inspector wage gap by degree level
According to the data, parts inspectors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $34,319 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, parts inspectors earn a median annual income of $30,459 compared to $28,489 for parts inspectors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $34,319 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $26,724 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $30,459 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,489 |
Parts inspector employment statistics
Most parts inspectors work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where parts inspectors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where parts inspectors work.
Parts inspector jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Parts inspector jobs by company type
Employees with the parts inspector job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most parts inspectors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Parts inspector jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 21% |
| Private | 78% |
| Government | 1% |
Parts inspector jobs by industry
The most common industries for parts inspectors are manufacturing, automotive and professional.
Parts inspector industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Automotive | 18% |
| Professional | 16% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Parts inspector turnover and employment statistics
Parts inspector unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for parts inspectors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Parts inspector unemployment rate by year
| Year | Parts inspector unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.76% |
| 2011 | 11.11% |
| 2012 | 9.24% |
| 2013 | 8.07% |
| 2014 | 6.68% |
| 2015 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 5.61% |
| 2017 | 4.84% |
| 2018 | 4.61% |
| 2019 | 3.74% |
| 2020 | 5.71% |
| 2021 | 5.58% |
Average parts inspector tenure
The average parts inspector stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,102 parts inspectors resumes in Zippia's database.
Parts inspector tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 53% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 7% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Parts inspector LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of parts inspectors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Parts Inspector | 4.47% | - |
| Heading Machine Operator | 4.75% | 59,193 |
| Contact Lens Blocker | 5.24% | 1,421 |
| Paper Machine Operator | 7.84% | 58,396 |
| Poly Plant Operator | 8.41% | 34,687 |
| Production Potter | 8.89% | 51,564 |
| Art Tracer | 15.21% | 2,777 |
Similar parts inspector jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heading Machine Operator | 4.75% | 59,193 |
| Contact Lens Blocker | 5.24% | 1,421 |
| Paper Machine Operator | 7.84% | 58,396 |
| Poly Plant Operator | 8.41% | 34,687 |
| Production Potter | 8.89% | 51,564 |
| Art Tracer | 15.21% | 2,777 |
Foreign languages spoken by parts inspectors
The most common foreign language among parts inspectors is Spanish at 67.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 3.6% and Ukrainian is the third-most popular at 3.6%.
- Spanish, 67.9%
- Portuguese, 3.6%
- Ukrainian, 3.6%
- Bosnian, 3.6%
- Japanese, 3.6%
- Other, 17.7%
Parts inspector languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 67.9% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Ukrainian | 3.6% |
| Bosnian | 3.6% |
| Japanese | 3.6% |
| Other | 17.7% |
