Proof technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Proof technician gender statistics
31.8% of proof technicians are women and 68.2% of proof technicians are men.
- Male, 68.2%
- Female, 31.8%
Proof technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 68.2% |
| Female | 31.8% |
Proof technician gender pay gap
Women earn 82¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,804
Female income
$38,440
Proof technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in proof technician positions over time. Currently, 31.8% of proof technicians are female.
Proof technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.02% | 26.98% |
| 2011 | 72.55% | 27.45% |
| 2012 | 73.89% | 26.11% |
| 2013 | 70.71% | 29.29% |
| 2014 | 72.51% | 27.49% |
| 2015 | 71.90% | 28.10% |
| 2016 | 72.37% | 27.63% |
| 2017 | 72.24% | 27.76% |
| 2018 | 69.83% | 30.17% |
| 2019 | 67.99% | 32.01% |
| 2020 | 69.89% | 30.11% |
| 2021 | 68.18% | 31.82% |
Proof technician related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Proof Technician | 68% | 32% |
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Proof technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among proof technicians is White, which makes up 60.6% of all proof technicians. Comparatively, 17.4% of proof technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 8.9% of proof technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 60.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.4%
- Black or African American, 8.9%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Proof technician race
| Proof technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.9% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Proof technician race and ethnicity over time
See how proof technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Proof technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.87% | 9.14% | 7.19% | 15.18% |
| 2011 | 66.34% | 9.26% | 7.87% | 14.05% |
| 2012 | 65.36% | 9.66% | 8.20% | 14.19% |
| 2013 | 64.57% | 9.94% | 7.37% | 14.70% |
| 2014 | 65.75% | 8.77% | 7.68% | 14.88% |
| 2015 | 65.34% | 9.06% | 7.03% | 15.46% |
| 2016 | 64.14% | 9.47% | 7.53% | 15.82% |
| 2017 | 63.94% | 9.34% | 7.74% | 15.66% |
| 2018 | 63.91% | 8.49% | 7.70% | 16.87% |
| 2019 | 64.37% | 8.23% | 7.60% | 16.97% |
| 2020 | 62.30% | 7.57% | 7.88% | 16.93% |
| 2021 | 60.64% | 8.92% | 7.46% | 17.37% |
Proof technician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian proof technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american proof technicians have the lowest average salary at $44,758.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $47,212 |
| White | $47,278 |
| Black or African American | $44,758 |
| Asian | $49,112 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,775 |
Average proof technician age
See how the average age of proof technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Proof technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 48 |
| Unknown | 43 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 44 |
| White | 46.5 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Proof technician age breakdown
The average age of proof technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the proof technician population.
Proof technician age breakdown
| Proof Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Proof technician educational attainment
The most common degree for proof technicians is high school diploma, with 36% of proof technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 32% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Associate, 32%
- Bachelor's, 16%
- Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Proof technicians by degree level
| Proof technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Associate | 32% |
| Bachelor's | 16% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Proof technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, proof technicians with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $52,994 annually. With a Associate degree, proof technicians earn a median annual income of $49,480 compared to $48,271 for proof technicians with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $52,994 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,737 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,271 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,480 |
Proof technician employment statistics
Company size where proof technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where proof technicians work.
Proof technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 38% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Proof technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for proof technicians are manufacturing, finance and transportation.
Proof technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 18% |
| Finance | 14% |
| Transportation | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Media | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Education | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 4% |
Proof technician turnover and employment statistics
Proof technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for proof technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Proof technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Proof technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.39% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 5.70% |
| 2013 | 4.72% |
| 2014 | 3.88% |
| 2015 | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 3.28% |
| 2017 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.91% |
| 2021 | 4.04% |
Average proof technician tenure
The average proof technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 74 proof technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Proof technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Proof technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of proof technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Transit Survey Worker | 4.94% | 21,699 |
| Tool Design Checker | 5.61% | 50,772 |
| Computer Aided Drafter | 5.82% | 16,907 |
| Proof Technician | 6.29% | - |
| Metallurgical Technician | 8.40% | 12,707 |
Similar proof technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Transit Survey Worker | 4.94% | 21,699 |
| Tool Design Checker | 5.61% | 50,772 |
| Computer Aided Drafter | 5.82% | 16,907 |
| Metallurgical Technician | 8.40% | 12,707 |