Pathology laboratory technologist demographics and statistics in the US
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Pathology laboratory technologist gender statistics
63.7% of pathology laboratory technologists are women and 36.3% of pathology laboratory technologists are men.
- Female, 63.7%
- Male, 36.3%
Pathology laboratory technologist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 63.7% |
| Male | 36.3% |
Pathology laboratory technologist gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,508
Female income
$41,054
Pathology laboratory technologist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pathology laboratory technologist positions over time. Currently, 63.7% of pathology laboratory technologists are female.
Pathology laboratory technologist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 35.20% | 64.80% |
| 2011 | 33.12% | 66.88% |
| 2012 | 34.39% | 65.61% |
| 2013 | 32.97% | 67.03% |
| 2014 | 33.79% | 66.21% |
| 2015 | 34.08% | 65.92% |
| 2016 | 35.83% | 64.17% |
| 2017 | 34.80% | 65.20% |
| 2018 | 36.59% | 63.41% |
| 2019 | 38.41% | 61.59% |
| 2020 | 39.30% | 60.70% |
| 2021 | 36.31% | 63.69% |
Pathology laboratory technologist related jobs gender ratio
We compared pathology laboratory technologists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Pathology Laboratory Technologist | 36% | 64% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Pathology laboratory technologist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pathology laboratory technologists is White, which makes up 52.5% of all pathology laboratory technologists. Comparatively, 17.1% of pathology laboratory technologists are Hispanic or Latino and 13.7% of pathology laboratory technologists are Asian.
- White, 52.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.1%
- Asian, 13.7%
- Black or African American, 10.8%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Pathology laboratory technologist race
| Pathology laboratory technologist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 52.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.1% |
| Asian | 13.7% |
| Black or African American | 10.8% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Pathology laboratory technologist race and ethnicity over time
See how pathology laboratory technologist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pathology laboratory technologist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.87% | 10.87% | 13.21% | 13.38% |
| 2011 | 59.97% | 10.88% | 13.26% | 12.62% |
| 2012 | 59.02% | 11.64% | 13.11% | 13.55% |
| 2013 | 59.44% | 11.10% | 13.15% | 13.77% |
| 2014 | 59.45% | 11.47% | 12.97% | 13.40% |
| 2015 | 57.47% | 12.89% | 13.14% | 13.51% |
| 2016 | 58.45% | 11.82% | 12.97% | 13.88% |
| 2017 | 57.74% | 11.50% | 13.19% | 14.88% |
| 2018 | 57.64% | 11.80% | 12.32% | 14.95% |
| 2019 | 55.42% | 11.93% | 14.51% | 15.30% |
| 2020 | 53.96% | 11.99% | 13.80% | 15.17% |
| 2021 | 52.49% | 10.76% | 13.73% | 17.11% |
Pathology laboratory technologist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian pathology laboratory technologists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american pathology laboratory technologists have the lowest average salary at $40,346.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,936 |
| White | $42,797 |
| Black or African American | $40,346 |
| Asian | $45,158 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,445 |
Average pathology laboratory technologist age
See how the average age of pathology laboratory technologists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Pathology laboratory technologist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Pathology laboratory technologist age breakdown
The average age of pathology laboratory technologists is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the pathology laboratory technologist population.
Pathology laboratory technologist age breakdown
| Pathology Laboratory Technologist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Pathology laboratory technologist educational attainment
The most common degree for pathology laboratory technologists is bachelor's degree, with 72% of pathology laboratory technologists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- Associate, 14%
- Master's, 6%
- Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Pathology laboratory technologists by degree level
| Pathology laboratory technologist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Pathology laboratory technologist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pathology laboratory technologists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $48,942 annually. With a Doctorate degree, pathology laboratory technologists earn a median annual income of $48,245 compared to $47,139 for pathology laboratory technologists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,942 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,497 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,139 |
| Doctorate Degree | $48,245 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,200 |
Pathology laboratory technologist employment statistics
Most pathology laboratory technologists work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where pathology laboratory technologists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pathology laboratory technologists work.
Pathology laboratory technologist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 11% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 34% |
Pathology laboratory technologist jobs by company type
Employees with the pathology laboratory technologist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most pathology laboratory technologists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Pathology laboratory technologist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 27% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 56% |
| Government | 2% |
Pathology laboratory technologist jobs by industry
The most common industries for pathology laboratory technologists are health care, education and technology.
Pathology laboratory technologist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 52% |
| Education | 23% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Pathology laboratory technologist turnover and employment statistics
Pathology laboratory technologist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pathology laboratory technologists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pathology laboratory technologist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pathology laboratory technologist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average pathology laboratory technologist tenure
The average pathology laboratory technologist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 197 pathology laboratory technologists resumes in Zippia's database.
Pathology laboratory technologist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Pathology laboratory technologist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pathology laboratory technologists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Associate | 5.02% | 50,865 |
| Hygienist | 6.89% | 13,991 |
| Pathology Laboratory Technologist | 8.24% | - |
| Medical Records Analyst | 9.29% | 61,145 |
| Optical Technician | 12.53% | 29,866 |
| Surgical Scrub Technician | 12.80% | 40,168 |
| Nuclear Medical Technologist | 21.93% | 92,029 |
Similar pathology laboratory technologist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Associate | 5.02% | 50,865 |
| Hygienist | 6.89% | 13,991 |
| Medical Records Analyst | 9.29% | 61,145 |
| Optical Technician | 12.53% | 29,866 |
| Surgical Scrub Technician | 12.80% | 40,168 |
| Nuclear Medical Technologist | 21.93% | 92,029 |
Foreign languages spoken by pathology laboratory technologists
The most common foreign language among pathology laboratory technologists is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 19.0% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 9.5%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Japanese, 19.0%
- Chinese, 9.5%
- Mandarin, 9.5%
- Swedish, 4.8%
- Other, 14.3%
Pathology laboratory technologist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Japanese | 19.0% |
| Chinese | 9.5% |
| Mandarin | 9.5% |
| Swedish | 4.8% |
| Other | 14.3% |