Probe operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Probe operator gender statistics
40.8% of probe operators are women and 59.2% of probe operators are men.
- Male, 59.2%
- Female, 40.8%
Probe operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 59.2% |
| Female | 40.8% |
Probe operator gender pay gap
Women earn 88¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,267
Female income
$36,377
Probe operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in probe operator positions over time. Currently, 40.8% of probe operators are female.
Probe operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.67% | 40.33% |
| 2011 | 59.83% | 40.17% |
| 2012 | 59.86% | 40.14% |
| 2013 | 60.52% | 39.48% |
| 2014 | 60.95% | 39.05% |
| 2015 | 62.03% | 37.97% |
| 2016 | 61.21% | 38.79% |
| 2017 | 60.42% | 39.58% |
| 2018 | 60.53% | 39.47% |
| 2019 | 59.29% | 40.71% |
| 2020 | 57.93% | 42.07% |
| 2021 | 59.15% | 40.85% |
Probe operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared probe operators 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% |
| Probe Operator | 59% | 41% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Probe operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among probe operators is White, which makes up 53.0% of all probe operators. Comparatively, 26.2% of probe operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.7% of probe operators are Black or African American.
- White, 53.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 26.2%
- Black or African American, 8.7%
- Asian, 6.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Probe operator race
| Probe operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.7% |
| Asian | 6.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Probe operator race and ethnicity over time
See how probe operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Probe operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.41% | 9.36% | 5.80% | 23.99% |
| 2011 | 59.07% | 9.51% | 5.74% | 23.11% |
| 2012 | 57.75% | 9.48% | 5.82% | 24.61% |
| 2013 | 58.98% | 8.96% | 5.66% | 23.98% |
| 2014 | 58.23% | 8.94% | 5.58% | 24.53% |
| 2015 | 59.09% | 8.93% | 5.87% | 23.49% |
| 2016 | 57.95% | 9.01% | 5.87% | 24.33% |
| 2017 | 56.98% | 9.64% | 5.99% | 24.49% |
| 2018 | 56.97% | 9.34% | 6.21% | 24.76% |
| 2019 | 58.51% | 8.96% | 5.82% | 23.97% |
| 2020 | 55.85% | 8.72% | 6.96% | 23.91% |
| 2021 | 52.99% | 8.68% | 6.92% | 26.23% |
Probe operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white probe operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american probe operators have the lowest average salary at $39,930.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,925 |
| White | $43,124 |
| Black or African American | $39,930 |
| Asian | $40,866 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,565 |
Average probe operator age
See how the average age of probe operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Probe operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 38 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41.5 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40 | 50 |
Probe operator age breakdown
The average age of probe operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the probe operator population.
Probe operator age breakdown
| Probe Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Probe operator educational attainment
The most common degree for probe operators is high school diploma, with 31% of probe operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 28% and bachelor's degree degree at 28%.
- High School Diploma, 31%
- Bachelor's, 28%
- Associate, 28%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Probe operators by degree level
| Probe operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 31% |
| Bachelor's | 28% |
| Associate | 28% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Probe operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, probe operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $45,335 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, probe operators earn a median annual income of $42,528 compared to $41,817 for probe operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $45,335 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,558 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,528 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,817 |
Probe operator employment statistics
Most probe operators work for a public in the technology industry.
Company size where probe operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where probe operators work.
Probe operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 3% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 13% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 47% |
Probe operator jobs by company type
Employees with the probe operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most probe operators prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Probe operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 69% |
| Private | 21% |
| Government | 10% |
Probe operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for probe operators are technology, telecommunication and manufacturing.
Probe operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 41% |
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Telecommunication | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Government | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
Probe operator turnover and employment statistics
Probe operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for probe operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Probe operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Probe operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 5.08% |
| 2019 | 4.54% |
| 2020 | 6.68% |
| 2021 | 6.20% |
Average probe operator tenure
The average probe operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 68 probe operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Probe operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Probe operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of probe operators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Inspector | 4.47% | 17,493 |
| Corker | 4.75% | 274 |
| Probe Operator | 4.90% | - |
| Paper Roller | 7.84% | 1,594 |
| Meal Room Hand | 8.41% | 28,910 |
| Mold Insert Changer | 8.89% | 879 |
| Photo Colorer | 15.21% | 248 |
Similar probe operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Inspector | 4.47% | 17,493 |
| Corker | 4.75% | 274 |
| Paper Roller | 7.84% | 1,594 |
| Meal Room Hand | 8.41% | 28,910 |
| Mold Insert Changer | 8.89% | 879 |
| Photo Colorer | 15.21% | 248 |