Potter demographics and statistics in the US
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Potter gender statistics
43.8% of potters are women and 56.2% of potters are men.
- Male, 56.2%
- Female, 43.8%
Potter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.2% |
| Female | 43.8% |
Potter gender pay gap
Women earn 80¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,926
Female income
$39,164
Potter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in potter positions over time. Currently, 43.8% of potters are female.
Potter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.24% | 45.76% |
| 2011 | 55.96% | 44.04% |
| 2012 | 63.56% | 36.44% |
| 2013 | 50.24% | 49.76% |
| 2014 | 58.12% | 41.88% |
| 2015 | 55.14% | 44.86% |
| 2016 | 60.40% | 39.60% |
| 2017 | 60.13% | 39.87% |
| 2018 | 54.20% | 45.80% |
| 2019 | 48.06% | 51.94% |
| 2020 | 48.17% | 51.83% |
| 2021 | 56.22% | 43.78% |
Potter related jobs gender ratio
We compared potters 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% |
| Potter | 56% | 44% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Potter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among potters is White, which makes up 63.0% of all potters. Comparatively, 21.8% of potters are Hispanic or Latino and 4.7% of potters are Black or African American.
- White, 63.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.8%
- Black or African American, 4.7%
- Asian, 4.1%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.6%
Potter race
| Potter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 4.1% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.6% |
Potter race and ethnicity over time
See how potter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Potter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.80% | 7.73% | 3.94% | 17.17% |
| 2011 | 65.19% | 9.66% | 4.43% | 19.25% |
| 2012 | 67.93% | 6.23% | 3.91% | 19.50% |
| 2013 | 66.64% | 9.10% | 2.32% | 19.74% |
| 2014 | 64.51% | 7.76% | 4.57% | 19.34% |
| 2015 | 68.22% | 6.89% | 4.34% | 18.75% |
| 2016 | 66.65% | 9.34% | 4.37% | 16.49% |
| 2017 | 72.72% | 6.54% | 2.68% | 16.90% |
| 2018 | 66.37% | 7.27% | 6.83% | 16.87% |
| 2019 | 68.96% | 4.77% | 4.15% | 19.20% |
| 2020 | 64.99% | 9.08% | 3.08% | 16.51% |
| 2021 | 63.00% | 4.74% | 4.10% | 21.80% |
Potter wage gap by race
According to our data, white potters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american potters have the lowest average salary at $46,223.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,620 |
| White | $52,813 |
| Black or African American | $46,223 |
| Asian | $47,907 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,357 |
Potter age breakdown
The average age of potters is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the potter population.
Potter age breakdown
| Potter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Potter educational attainment
The most common degree for potters is bachelor's degree, with 39% of potters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 36% and high school diploma degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 39%
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Associate, 8%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Potters by degree level
| Potter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 39% |
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Potter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, potters with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $59,696 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, potters earn a median annual income of $50,385 compared to $48,519 for potters with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,696 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,223 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,385 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,519 |
Potter employment statistics
Most potters work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where potters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where potters work.
Potter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 41% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Potter jobs by company type
Employees with the potter job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most potters prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Potter jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 6% |
Potter jobs by industry
The most common industries for potters are manufacturing, technology and hospitality.
Potter industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 26% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Hospitality | 11% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Government | 6% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Agriculture | 3% |
Potter turnover and employment statistics
Potter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for potters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Potter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Potter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.00% |
| 2011 | 9.32% |
| 2012 | 8.52% |
| 2013 | 5.72% |
| 2014 | 6.80% |
| 2015 | 4.27% |
| 2016 | 6.02% |
| 2017 | 4.21% |
| 2018 | 4.18% |
| 2019 | 2.46% |
| 2020 | 6.91% |
| 2021 | 5.59% |
Average potter tenure
The average potter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 215 potters resumes in Zippia's database.
Potter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Potter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of potters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Potter | 3.80% | - |
| Weight Yardage Checker | 4.47% | 6,972 |
| Stapling Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,769 |
| Pleating Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,633 |
| Cracking Machine Operator | 8.41% | 53,644 |
| Telephone Directory Deliverer | 8.89% | 15,831 |
| Photography Spotter | 15.21% | 745 |
Similar potter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Yardage Checker | 4.47% | 6,972 |
| Stapling Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,769 |
| Pleating Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,633 |
| Cracking Machine Operator | 8.41% | 53,644 |
| Telephone Directory Deliverer | 8.89% | 15,831 |
| Photography Spotter | 15.21% | 745 |
Foreign languages spoken by potters
- Spanish, 75.0%
- Italian, 25.0%
Potter languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.0% |
| Italian | 25.0% |