Prosthetic assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Prosthetic assistant gender statistics
33.3% of prosthetic assistants are women and 66.7% of prosthetic assistants are men.
- Male, 66.7%
- Female, 33.3%
Prosthetic assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.7% |
| Female | 33.3% |
Prosthetic assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$88,367
Female income
$82,926
Prosthetic assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in prosthetic assistant positions over time. Currently, 33.3% of prosthetic assistants are female.
Prosthetic assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.22% | 44.78% |
| 2011 | 61.56% | 38.44% |
| 2012 | 61.94% | 38.06% |
| 2013 | 63.56% | 36.44% |
| 2014 | 63.70% | 36.30% |
| 2015 | 67.89% | 32.11% |
| 2016 | 69.05% | 30.95% |
| 2017 | 67.13% | 32.87% |
| 2018 | 66.46% | 33.54% |
| 2019 | 70.14% | 29.86% |
| 2020 | 66.68% | 33.32% |
| 2021 | 66.67% | 33.33% |
Prosthetic assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared prosthetic assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, delivery technician and donations attendant have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Transcriptionist | 3% | 97% |
| Radiology Transcriptionist | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Registered Dental Assistant | 5% | 95% |
| Prosthetic Assistant | 67% | 33% |
| Dental Officer | 79% | 21% |
| Donations Attendant | 81% | 19% |
| Delivery Technician | 88% | 12% |
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Prosthetic assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among prosthetic assistants is White, which makes up 53.1% of all prosthetic assistants. Comparatively, 25.1% of prosthetic assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of prosthetic assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 53.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 25.1%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Asian, 6.8%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Prosthetic assistant race
| Prosthetic assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 53.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 6.8% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Prosthetic assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how prosthetic assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Prosthetic assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.44% | 10.78% | 4.66% | 22.45% |
| 2011 | 59.35% | 11.03% | 4.58% | 22.34% |
| 2012 | 58.03% | 11.74% | 4.40% | 22.73% |
| 2013 | 58.89% | 11.32% | 4.70% | 22.61% |
| 2014 | 59.16% | 10.82% | 4.30% | 23.31% |
| 2015 | 58.21% | 11.43% | 4.26% | 23.66% |
| 2016 | 56.96% | 9.97% | 5.03% | 24.68% |
| 2017 | 57.03% | 9.66% | 5.66% | 24.68% |
| 2018 | 55.99% | 10.17% | 5.05% | 25.56% |
| 2019 | 58.09% | 9.49% | 5.83% | 23.26% |
| 2020 | 56.32% | 9.63% | 6.37% | 23.10% |
| 2021 | 53.07% | 9.93% | 6.85% | 25.14% |
Prosthetic assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian prosthetic assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White prosthetic assistants have the lowest average salary at $86,286.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $89,024 |
| White | $86,286 |
| Black or African American | $88,186 |
| Asian | $91,210 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $87,210 |
Average prosthetic assistant age
See how the average age of prosthetic assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Prosthetic assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 35 | 37 |
| Unknown | 38.5 | 33.5 |
| Asian | 30 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 32.5 |
| White | 33 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34.5 |
Prosthetic assistant age breakdown
The average age of prosthetic assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 37% of the prosthetic assistant population.
Prosthetic assistant age breakdown
| Prosthetic Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 37% |
| 30-40 years | 32% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Prosthetic assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for prosthetic assistants is bachelor's degree, with 50% of prosthetic assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 15% and high school diploma degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 50%
- High School Diploma, 15%
- Master's, 10%
- Associate, 10%
- Other Degrees, 15%
Prosthetic assistants by degree level
| Prosthetic assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 50% |
| High School Diploma | 15% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 15% |
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Prosthetic assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, prosthetic assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $104,594 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, prosthetic assistants earn a median annual income of $90,303 compared to $89,597 for prosthetic assistants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $104,594 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $87,245 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $90,303 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $89,597 |
Prosthetic assistant turnover and employment statistics
Prosthetic assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for prosthetic assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Prosthetic assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Prosthetic assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.44% |
| 2011 | 8.37% |
| 2012 | 8.18% |
| 2013 | 6.70% |
| 2014 | 5.35% |
| 2015 | 5.12% |
| 2016 | 3.45% |
| 2017 | 3.55% |
| 2018 | 2.71% |
| 2019 | 2.49% |
| 2020 | 5.04% |
| 2021 | 3.86% |
Average prosthetic assistant tenure
The average prosthetic assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 37 prosthetic assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Prosthetic assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 45% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 3% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Prosthetic assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of prosthetic assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Ceramist Assistant | 4.40% | 22,298 |
| Prosthetic Assistant | 5.81% | - |
| Research Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 55,049 |
| Medical Transcription Supervisor | 8.65% | 45,296 |
| Ancillary | 9.41% | 3,569 |
| Kennel Technician | 9.55% | 30,123 |
| Neuromuscular Therapist | 13.02% | 26,454 |
Similar prosthetic assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Ceramist Assistant | 4.40% | 22,298 |
| Research Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 55,049 |
| Medical Transcription Supervisor | 8.65% | 45,296 |
| Ancillary | 9.41% | 3,569 |
| Kennel Technician | 9.55% | 30,123 |
| Neuromuscular Therapist | 13.02% | 26,454 |
Foreign languages spoken by prosthetic assistants
The most common foreign language among prosthetic assistants is Polish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Korean at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- Polish, 33.3%
- Korean, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Prosthetic assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Polish | 33.3% |
| Korean | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |