Plan checker demographics and statistics in the US
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Plan checker gender statistics
22.2% of plan checkers are women and 77.8% of plan checkers are men.
- Male, 77.8%
- Female, 22.2%
Plan checker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 77.8% |
| Female | 22.2% |
Plan checker gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$55,995
Female income
$54,130
Plan checker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in plan checker positions over time. Currently, 22.2% of plan checkers are female.
Plan checker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.88% | 26.12% |
| 2011 | 74.10% | 25.90% |
| 2012 | 74.55% | 25.45% |
| 2013 | 74.97% | 25.03% |
| 2014 | 74.35% | 25.65% |
| 2015 | 74.04% | 25.96% |
| 2016 | 75.51% | 24.49% |
| 2017 | 76.01% | 23.99% |
| 2018 | 76.32% | 23.68% |
| 2019 | 75.45% | 24.55% |
| 2020 | 77.42% | 22.58% |
| 2021 | 77.78% | 22.22% |
Plan checker related jobs gender ratio
We compared plan checkers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, parts counterman and lumber associate have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| BRA Specialist | 6% | 94% |
| Clinique Consultant | 6% | 94% |
| Beauty Consultant | 6% | 94% |
| Plan Checker | 78% | 22% |
| Cart Associate | 94% | 6% |
| Lumber Associate | 95% | 5% |
| Parts Counterman | 96% | 4% |
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Plan checker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among plan checkers is White, which makes up 54.0% of all plan checkers. Comparatively, 19.4% of plan checkers are Hispanic or Latino and 12.6% of plan checkers are Black or African American.
- White, 54.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.4%
- Black or African American, 12.6%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Plan checker race
| Plan checker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
| Black or African American | 12.6% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Plan checker race and ethnicity over time
See how plan checker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Plan checker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.01% | 13.76% | 6.04% | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 60.46% | 14.61% | 5.73% | 15.66% |
| 2012 | 59.45% | 14.76% | 5.85% | 16.32% |
| 2013 | 59.76% | 13.92% | 5.87% | 16.58% |
| 2014 | 58.60% | 14.53% | 6.14% | 16.94% |
| 2015 | 58.45% | 14.26% | 6.24% | 17.26% |
| 2016 | 57.58% | 14.11% | 6.26% | 17.85% |
| 2017 | 57.05% | 13.60% | 6.78% | 18.32% |
| 2018 | 57.73% | 13.30% | 6.66% | 18.10% |
| 2019 | 58.37% | 12.83% | 6.40% | 18.40% |
| 2020 | 55.49% | 12.43% | 6.95% | 18.62% |
| 2021 | 54.04% | 12.56% | 7.49% | 19.43% |
Plan checker wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino plan checkers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White plan checkers have the lowest average salary at $54,065.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $56,074 |
| White | $54,065 |
| Black or African American | $54,376 |
| Asian | $57,475 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $58,101 |
Average plan checker age
See how the average age of plan checkers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Plan checker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 23 | 29 |
| Unknown | 23 | 27 |
| Asian | 35 | 43 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22 | 25 |
| White | 26 | 33 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 32 | 34 |
Plan checker age breakdown
The average age of plan checkers is 20-30 years years old, representing 33% of the plan checker population.
Plan checker age breakdown
| Plan Checker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 33% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 33% |
Plan checker educational attainment
The most common degree for plan checkers is bachelor's degree, with 47% of plan checkers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 41% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 47%
- Associate, 41%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Master's, 6%
Plan checkers by degree level
| Plan checker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 47% |
| Associate | 41% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Master's | 6% |
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Plan checker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, plan checkers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $60,293 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, plan checkers earn a median annual income of $60,190 compared to $58,089 for plan checkers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $60,293 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $54,618 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,190 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $58,089 |
Plan checker employment statistics
Company size where plan checkers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where plan checkers work.
Plan checker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 33% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 7% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Plan checker jobs by company type
Employees with the plan checker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most plan checkers prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Plan checker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 38% |
| Government | 38% |
Plan checker turnover and employment statistics
Plan checker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for plan checkers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Plan checker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Plan checker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.14% |
| 2011 | 15.69% |
| 2012 | 14.92% |
| 2013 | 12.93% |
| 2014 | 12.03% |
| 2015 | 10.98% |
| 2016 | 10.38% |
| 2017 | 10.15% |
| 2018 | 10.11% |
| 2019 | 8.55% |
| 2020 | 10.85% |
| 2021 | 11.09% |
Average plan checker tenure
The average plan checker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 38 plan checkers resumes in Zippia's database.
Plan checker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 25% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Plan checker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of plan checkers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Counter | 3.66% | 15,729 |
| Auto Parts Counterperson | 3.76% | 27,654 |
| Plan Checker | 5.06% | - |
| Jewelry Associate | 7.10% | 232,910 |
Similar plan checker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Counter | 3.66% | 15,729 |
| Auto Parts Counterperson | 3.76% | 27,654 |
| Jewelry Associate | 7.10% | 232,910 |
Foreign languages spoken by plan checkers
The most common foreign language among plan checkers is Spanish at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Persian at 20.0% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Spanish, 40.0%
- Persian, 20.0%
- Japanese, 20.0%
- Armenian, 20.0%
Plan checker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| Persian | 20.0% |
| Japanese | 20.0% |
| Armenian | 20.0% |