Railroad baggage porter demographics and statistics in the US
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Railroad baggage porter gender statistics
20.0% of railroad baggage porters are women and 80.0% of railroad baggage porters are men.
- Male, 80.0%
- Female, 20.0%
Railroad baggage porter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 80.0% |
| Female | 20.0% |
Railroad baggage porter gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,353
Female income
$33,320
Railroad baggage porter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in railroad baggage porter positions over time. Currently, 20.0% of railroad baggage porters are female.
Railroad baggage porter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 84.88% | 15.12% |
| 2011 | 85.54% | 14.46% |
| 2012 | 86.85% | 13.15% |
| 2013 | 81.23% | 18.77% |
| 2014 | 82.12% | 17.88% |
| 2015 | 82.67% | 17.33% |
| 2016 | 83.24% | 16.76% |
| 2017 | 82.55% | 17.45% |
| 2018 | 74.97% | 25.03% |
| 2019 | 77.26% | 22.74% |
| 2020 | 76.12% | 23.88% |
| 2021 | 80.00% | 20.00% |
Railroad baggage porter related jobs gender ratio
We compared railroad baggage porters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, doorman and bellman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Activities Concierge | 19% | 81% |
| Personal Assistant | 19% | 81% |
| Concierge/Receptionist | 21% | 79% |
| Railroad Baggage Porter | 80% | 20% |
| Luggage Attendant | 93% | 7% |
| Bellman | 96% | 4% |
| Doorman | 96% | 4% |
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Railroad baggage porter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among railroad baggage porters is White, which makes up 43.9% of all railroad baggage porters. Comparatively, 20.9% of railroad baggage porters are Hispanic or Latino and 20.8% of railroad baggage porters are Black or African American.
- White, 43.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.9%
- Black or African American, 20.8%
- Asian, 8.5%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Railroad baggage porter race
| Railroad baggage porter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 43.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.9% |
| Black or African American | 20.8% |
| Asian | 8.5% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Railroad baggage porter race and ethnicity over time
See how railroad baggage porter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Railroad baggage porter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 46.97% | 19.37% | 8.47% | 21.67% |
| 2011 | 48.06% | 20.34% | 7.26% | 20.58% |
| 2012 | 50.78% | 18.76% | 7.65% | 19.83% |
| 2013 | 51.02% | 18.74% | 7.34% | 19.41% |
| 2014 | 46.15% | 21.18% | 7.48% | 22.23% |
| 2015 | 49.71% | 18.93% | 8.48% | 19.16% |
| 2016 | 43.70% | 20.77% | 8.63% | 23.27% |
| 2017 | 43.49% | 22.15% | 8.10% | 22.26% |
| 2018 | 44.16% | 20.69% | 8.47% | 22.72% |
| 2019 | 46.92% | 20.53% | 8.83% | 20.43% |
| 2020 | 41.25% | 20.00% | 8.89% | 23.47% |
| 2021 | 43.91% | 20.79% | 8.52% | 20.89% |
Railroad baggage porter wage gap by race
According to our data, asian railroad baggage porters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american railroad baggage porters have the lowest average salary at $35,590.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,249 |
| White | $35,640 |
| Black or African American | $35,590 |
| Asian | $40,511 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,998 |
Average railroad baggage porter age
See how the average age of railroad baggage porters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Railroad baggage porter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 48 | |
| White | 49 | 54 |
| Black or African American | 51.5 | 40.5 |
| Asian | 58 | 53.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48.5 |
Railroad baggage porter age breakdown
The average age of railroad baggage porters is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the railroad baggage porter population.
Railroad baggage porter age breakdown
| Railroad Baggage Porter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 18% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Railroad baggage porter educational attainment
The most common degree for railroad baggage porters is high school diploma, with 33% of railroad baggage porters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 27% and diploma degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Diploma, 27%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Associate, 13%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Railroad baggage porters by degree level
| Railroad baggage porter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Diploma | 27% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Railroad baggage porter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, railroad baggage porters with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $40,165 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, railroad baggage porters earn a median annual income of $36,330 compared to $36,238 for railroad baggage porters with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,330 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,165 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,238 |
Railroad baggage porter employment statistics
Company size where railroad baggage porters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where railroad baggage porters work.
Railroad baggage porter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 25% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 8% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 50% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Railroad baggage porter turnover and employment statistics
Railroad baggage porter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for railroad baggage porters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Railroad baggage porter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Railroad baggage porter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.04% |
| 2011 | 7.64% |
| 2012 | 6.01% |
| 2013 | 6.75% |
| 2014 | 7.13% |
| 2015 | 4.84% |
| 2016 | 3.64% |
| 2017 | 4.73% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 3.08% |
| 2020 | 11.58% |
| 2021 | 11.87% |
Average railroad baggage porter tenure
The average railroad baggage porter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 43 railroad baggage porters resumes in Zippia's database.
Railroad baggage porter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Railroad baggage porter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of railroad baggage porters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Game Operator | 3.67% | 31,688 |
| Animation Internship | 10.47% | 47,148 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| House Parent | 11.45% | 25,144 |
| Railroad Baggage Porter | 12.18% | - |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar railroad baggage porter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Game Operator | 3.67% | 31,688 |
| Animation Internship | 10.47% | 47,148 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| House Parent | 11.45% | 25,144 |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
