Race car mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Race car mechanic gender statistics
4.7% of race car mechanics are women and 95.3% of race car mechanics are men.
- Male, 95.3%
- Female, 4.7%
Race car mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.3% |
| Female | 4.7% |
Race car mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,603
Female income
$45,567
Race car mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in race car mechanic positions over time. Currently, 4.7% of race car mechanics are female.
Race car mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.15% | 2.85% |
| 2011 | 95.98% | 4.02% |
| 2012 | 95.92% | 4.08% |
| 2013 | 97.24% | 2.76% |
| 2014 | 95.59% | 4.41% |
| 2015 | 96.26% | 3.74% |
| 2016 | 97.01% | 2.99% |
| 2017 | 94.18% | 5.82% |
| 2018 | 95.89% | 4.11% |
| 2019 | 94.54% | 5.46% |
| 2020 | 95.98% | 4.02% |
| 2021 | 95.29% | 4.71% |
Race car mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared race car mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Race Car Mechanic | 95% | 5% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Race car mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among race car mechanics is White, which makes up 63.2% of all race car mechanics. Comparatively, 17.5% of race car mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 9.3% of race car mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 63.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Asian, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Race car mechanic race
| Race car mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Asian | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Race car mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how race car mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Race car mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.20% | 10.19% | 4.32% | 12.84% |
| 2011 | 68.44% | 10.98% | 3.93% | 14.05% |
| 2012 | 68.33% | 10.39% | 4.37% | 14.32% |
| 2013 | 66.88% | 10.84% | 4.53% | 14.93% |
| 2014 | 68.51% | 10.36% | 4.11% | 14.49% |
| 2015 | 68.66% | 9.78% | 4.15% | 14.87% |
| 2016 | 68.64% | 9.77% | 3.97% | 14.99% |
| 2017 | 67.76% | 9.80% | 4.30% | 15.48% |
| 2018 | 68.53% | 9.10% | 4.39% | 15.18% |
| 2019 | 68.34% | 9.35% | 4.45% | 15.18% |
| 2020 | 63.96% | 9.27% | 4.46% | 16.94% |
| 2021 | 63.22% | 9.33% | 4.91% | 17.52% |
Race car mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian race car mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american race car mechanics have the lowest average salary at $46,927.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,466 |
| White | $49,233 |
| Black or African American | $46,927 |
| Asian | $51,000 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,493 |
Average race car mechanic age
See how the average age of race car mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Race car mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Race car mechanic age breakdown
The average age of race car mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the race car mechanic population.
Race car mechanic age breakdown
| Race Car Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Race car mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for race car mechanics is bachelor's degree, with 43% of race car mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 43%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 18%
- Diploma, 15%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Race car mechanics by degree level
| Race car mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 43% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 18% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Race car mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, race car mechanics with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $55,664 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, race car mechanics earn a median annual income of $52,742 compared to $49,264 for race car mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,264 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,742 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $55,664 |
Race car mechanic employment statistics
Company size where race car mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where race car mechanics work.
Race car mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 46% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Race car mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Race car mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for race car mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Race car mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Race car mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
Average race car mechanic tenure
The average race car mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 102 race car mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Race car mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Race car mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of race car mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,715 |
| Transit Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,499 |
| Race Car Mechanic | 2.20% | - |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Recreational Vehicle Mechanic | 3.57% | 35,047 |
| Body Builder Apprentice | 3.73% | 12,942 |
| Boat Mechanic | 5.18% | 34,352 |
Similar race car mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,715 |
| Transit Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,499 |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Recreational Vehicle Mechanic | 3.57% | 35,047 |
| Body Builder Apprentice | 3.73% | 12,942 |
| Boat Mechanic | 5.18% | 34,352 |