Railroad mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Railroad mechanic gender statistics
0.0% of railroad mechanics are women and 100.0% of railroad mechanics are men.
- Male, 100.0%
- Female, 0.0%
Railroad mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 100.0% |
| Female | 0.0% |
Railroad mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,445
Female income
$44,919
Railroad mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in railroad mechanic positions over time. Currently, 0.0% of railroad mechanics are female.
Railroad mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2021 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
Railroad mechanic related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Railroad Mechanic | 100% | - |
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Railroad mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among railroad mechanics is White, which makes up 78.7% of all railroad mechanics. Comparatively, 11.5% of railroad mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 3.8% of railroad mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 78.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.5%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- Asian, 1.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Railroad mechanic race
| Railroad mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 78.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| Asian | 1.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Railroad mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how railroad mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Railroad mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 83.63% | 3.55% | 1.09% | 9.69% |
| 2011 | 82.64% | 3.82% | 0.84% | 10.92% |
| 2012 | 81.93% | 4.82% | 0.97% | 10.60% |
| 2013 | 80.52% | 4.29% | 1.35% | 11.36% |
| 2014 | 81.83% | 3.82% | 1.15% | 11.32% |
| 2015 | 80.84% | 4.07% | 1.04% | 11.98% |
| 2016 | 81.66% | 3.22% | 1.43% | 11.52% |
| 2017 | 82.94% | 2.92% | 1.64% | 10.03% |
| 2018 | 79.74% | 4.08% | 1.57% | 12.46% |
| 2019 | 82.45% | 3.86% | 1.18% | 10.60% |
| 2020 | 80.12% | 3.72% | 0.80% | 10.83% |
| 2021 | 78.73% | 3.79% | 1.59% | 11.53% |
Railroad mechanic wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,740 |
| White | $45,544 |
| Black or African American | $44,604 |
| Asian | $49,341 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,213 |
Average railroad mechanic age
See how the average age of railroad mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Railroad mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46.5 | |
| Unknown | 38 | |
| Asian | 45 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | |
| White | 44 | |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Railroad mechanic age breakdown
The average age of railroad mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the railroad mechanic population.
Railroad mechanic age breakdown
| Railroad Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Railroad mechanic educational attainment
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Master's, 10%
- Associate, 10%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 20%
Railroad mechanics by degree level
| Railroad mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 20% |
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Railroad mechanic wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,156 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,485 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,248 |
Railroad mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Railroad mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for railroad mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Railroad mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Railroad mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.08% |
| 2011 | 6.17% |
| 2012 | 4.03% |
| 2013 | 4.34% |
| 2014 | 4.29% |
| 2015 | 3.08% |
| 2016 | 2.35% |
| 2017 | 2.41% |
| 2018 | 1.70% |
| 2019 | 2.04% |
| 2020 | 3.35% |
| 2021 | 2.80% |
Average railroad mechanic tenure
The average railroad mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 21 railroad mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Railroad mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 29% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Railroad mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of railroad 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Railroad Mechanic | 1.31% | - |
| Tank Truck Mechanic | 1.79% | 72,096 |
| Automotive Brake Technician | 2.20% | 79,582 |
| Rotor Blade Installer | 2.41% | 15,106 |
| Tire Center Supervisor | 3.57% | 32,677 |
| Vehicle Body Sander | 3.73% | 5,796 |
| Boat Outboard Engine Mechanic | 5.18% | 35,002 |
Similar railroad mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tank Truck Mechanic | 1.79% | 72,096 |
| Automotive Brake Technician | 2.20% | 79,582 |
| Rotor Blade Installer | 2.41% | 15,106 |
| Tire Center Supervisor | 3.57% | 32,677 |
| Vehicle Body Sander | 3.73% | 5,796 |
| Boat Outboard Engine Mechanic | 5.18% | 35,002 |