Pusher operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Pusher operator demographics by:
Pusher operator gender statistics
3.2% of pusher operators are women and 96.8% of pusher operators are men.
- Male, 96.8%
- Female, 3.2%
Pusher operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.8% |
| Female | 3.2% |
Pusher operator gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,437
Female income
$33,466
Pusher operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pusher operator positions over time. Currently, 3.2% of pusher operators are female.
Pusher operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.46% | 3.54% |
| 2011 | 96.50% | 3.50% |
| 2012 | 96.65% | 3.35% |
| 2013 | 97.02% | 2.98% |
| 2014 | 97.05% | 2.95% |
| 2015 | 96.86% | 3.14% |
| 2016 | 96.95% | 3.05% |
| 2017 | 96.82% | 3.18% |
| 2018 | 97.08% | 2.92% |
| 2019 | 96.60% | 3.40% |
| 2020 | 96.84% | 3.16% |
| 2021 | 96.83% | 3.17% |
Pusher operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared pusher operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Pusher Operator | 97% | 3% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Pusher operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pusher operators is White, which makes up 57.0% of all pusher operators. Comparatively, 23.3% of pusher operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of pusher operators are Black or African American.
- White, 57.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.3%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Asian, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Pusher operator race
| Pusher operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.3% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Pusher operator race and ethnicity over time
See how pusher operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pusher operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.58% | 8.48% | 6.46% | 21.23% |
| 2011 | 59.28% | 9.66% | 6.14% | 22.76% |
| 2012 | 60.88% | 8.79% | 5.09% | 22.75% |
| 2013 | 62.45% | 9.49% | 4.87% | 21.12% |
| 2014 | 61.30% | 9.32% | 5.15% | 21.90% |
| 2015 | 61.10% | 8.86% | 5.02% | 22.36% |
| 2016 | 61.43% | 8.90% | 5.45% | 21.74% |
| 2017 | 60.69% | 7.98% | 5.90% | 23.12% |
| 2018 | 61.44% | 8.69% | 5.99% | 21.62% |
| 2019 | 61.89% | 9.48% | 5.12% | 21.21% |
| 2020 | 59.05% | 8.64% | 5.43% | 22.62% |
| 2021 | 56.95% | 8.46% | 6.16% | 23.34% |
Pusher operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white pusher operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american pusher operators have the lowest average salary at $36,384.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,018 |
| White | $39,515 |
| Black or African American | $36,384 |
| Asian | $37,442 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,904 |
Average pusher operator age
See how the average age of pusher operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Pusher operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 47 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 52 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 48 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 |
Pusher operator age breakdown
The average age of pusher operators is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the pusher operator population.
Pusher operator age breakdown
| Pusher Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Pusher operator educational attainment
The most common degree for pusher operators is high school diploma, with 52% of pusher operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 21% and diploma degree at 12%.
- High School Diploma, 52%
- Diploma, 21%
- Bachelor's, 12%
- Associate, 12%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Pusher operators by degree level
| Pusher operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 52% |
| Diploma | 21% |
| Bachelor's | 12% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Pusher operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pusher operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $39,602 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, pusher operators earn a median annual income of $37,534 compared to $37,353 for pusher operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,353 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,534 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,602 |
Pusher operator employment statistics
Company size where pusher operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pusher operators work.
Pusher operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 40% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Pusher operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for pusher operators are energy, manufacturing and construction.
Pusher operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 20% |
| Manufacturing | 20% |
| Construction | 14% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
Pusher operator turnover and employment statistics
Pusher operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pusher operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pusher operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pusher operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14.27% |
| 2011 | 10.55% |
| 2012 | 7.58% |
| 2013 | 7.09% |
| 2014 | 5.74% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 4.40% |
| 2017 | 3.66% |
| 2018 | 3.53% |
| 2019 | 3.41% |
| 2020 | 5.09% |
| 2021 | 5.65% |
Average pusher operator tenure
The average pusher operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 125 pusher operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Pusher operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 41% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Pusher operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pusher 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Flash Welder | 2.57% | 7,057 |
| Tool Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 20,030 |
| Pusher Operator | 3.20% | - |
| Cutter Grinder | 3.26% | 5,137 |
| Header Set-Up Operator | 3.27% | 27,599 |
| Grinding Machine Operator | 5.87% | 61,874 |
| Band Saw Filer | 6.48% | 1,132 |
Similar pusher operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Flash Welder | 2.57% | 7,057 |
| Tool Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 20,030 |
| Cutter Grinder | 3.26% | 5,137 |
| Header Set-Up Operator | 3.27% | 27,599 |
| Grinding Machine Operator | 5.87% | 61,874 |
| Band Saw Filer | 6.48% | 1,132 |
Foreign languages spoken by pusher operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Pusher operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |