Recovery operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Recovery operator gender statistics
12.0% of recovery operators are women and 88.0% of recovery operators are men.
- Male, 88.0%
- Female, 12.0%
Recovery operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 88.0% |
| Female | 12.0% |
Recovery operator gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$69,046
Female income
$63,242
Recovery operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in recovery operator positions over time. Currently, 12.0% of recovery operators are female.
Recovery operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.19% | 28.81% |
| 2011 | 72.59% | 27.41% |
| 2012 | 71.23% | 28.77% |
| 2013 | 72.95% | 27.05% |
| 2014 | 73.27% | 26.73% |
| 2015 | 70.97% | 29.03% |
| 2016 | 72.23% | 27.77% |
| 2017 | 75.22% | 24.78% |
| 2018 | 87.95% | 12.05% |
| 2019 | 86.88% | 13.12% |
| 2020 | 88.30% | 11.70% |
| 2021 | 88.03% | 11.97% |
Recovery operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared recovery operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Recovery operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among recovery operators is White, which makes up 63.8% of all recovery operators. Comparatively, 12.3% of recovery operators are Asian and 9.9% of recovery operators are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 63.8%
- Asian, 12.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.9%
- Black or African American, 8.6%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Recovery operator race
| Recovery operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.8% |
| Asian | 12.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Recovery operator race and ethnicity over time
See how recovery operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Recovery operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.78% | 10.52% | 5.87% | 7.88% |
| 2011 | 74.43% | 11.10% | 4.20% | 7.98% |
| 2012 | 71.73% | 11.83% | 5.43% | 8.73% |
| 2013 | 70.23% | 12.13% | 6.03% | 8.79% |
| 2014 | 72.66% | 8.61% | 6.05% | 10.12% |
| 2015 | 70.33% | 10.25% | 6.55% | 10.08% |
| 2016 | 68.81% | 10.85% | 6.53% | 10.85% |
| 2017 | 69.45% | 10.26% | 6.29% | 10.93% |
| 2018 | 69.09% | 7.92% | 11.69% | 8.14% |
| 2019 | 68.17% | 8.49% | 11.66% | 8.86% |
| 2020 | 63.99% | 8.46% | 12.15% | 10.39% |
| 2021 | 63.75% | 8.59% | 12.32% | 9.87% |
Recovery operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian recovery operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino recovery operators have the lowest average salary at $65,780.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $65,886 |
| White | $67,948 |
| Black or African American | $66,902 |
| Asian | $79,650 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $65,780 |
Average recovery operator age
See how the average age of recovery operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Recovery operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 42 |
| Unknown | 41 | 41 |
| Asian | 42 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40.5 |
| White | 44 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36 | 42 |
Recovery operator age breakdown
The average age of recovery operators is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the recovery operator population.
Recovery operator age breakdown
| Recovery Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Recovery operator educational attainment
The most common degree for recovery operators is high school diploma, with 31% of recovery operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 29% and bachelor's degree degree at 25%.
- High School Diploma, 31%
- Bachelor's, 29%
- Associate, 25%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Recovery operators by degree level
| Recovery operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 31% |
| Bachelor's | 29% |
| Associate | 25% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Recovery operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, recovery operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $88,020 annually. With a Doctorate degree, recovery operators earn a median annual income of $83,561 compared to $75,682 for recovery operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $88,020 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $58,290 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $75,682 |
| Doctorate Degree | $83,561 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,861 |
Recovery operator employment statistics
Most recovery operators work for a public in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where recovery operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where recovery operators work.
Recovery operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 4% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 39% |
Recovery operator jobs by company type
Employees with the recovery operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most recovery operators prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Recovery operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 44% |
| Private | 36% |
| Government | 18% |
Recovery operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for recovery operators are manufacturing, government and professional.
Recovery operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 20% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Government | 12% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Education | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Recovery operator turnover and employment statistics
Recovery operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for recovery operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Recovery operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Recovery operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.49% |
| 2011 | 8.75% |
| 2012 | 6.38% |
| 2013 | 7.50% |
| 2014 | 5.73% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 3.46% |
| 2017 | 3.72% |
| 2018 | 2.51% |
| 2019 | 2.84% |
| 2020 | 3.82% |
| 2021 | 3.65% |
Average recovery operator tenure
The average recovery operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 281 recovery operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Recovery operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 22% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Recovery operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of recovery 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Varitype Operator | 4.67% | 26,187 |
| Microfilm Clerk | 5.99% | 66,351 |
| Office Copy Selector | 7.17% | 35,811 |
| Recovery Operator | 10.21% | - |
| Claims Associate | 11.18% | 9,145 |
| Bioinformatics Assistant | 11.19% | 6,078 |
| Copy Room Technician | 14.20% | 31,915 |
Similar recovery operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Varitype Operator | 4.67% | 26,187 |
| Microfilm Clerk | 5.99% | 66,351 |
| Office Copy Selector | 7.17% | 35,811 |
| Claims Associate | 11.18% | 9,145 |
| Bioinformatics Assistant | 11.19% | 6,078 |
| Copy Room Technician | 14.20% | 31,915 |
Foreign languages spoken by recovery operators
- Japanese, 50.0%
- Chinese, 50.0%
Recovery operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 50.0% |
| Chinese | 50.0% |