Recycling center operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Recycling center operator demographics by:
Recycling center operator gender statistics
22.4% of recycling center operators are women and 77.6% of recycling center operators are men.
- Male, 77.6%
- Female, 22.4%
Recycling center operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 77.6% |
| Female | 22.4% |
Recycling center operator gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,589
Female income
$32,930
Recycling center operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in recycling center operator positions over time. Currently, 22.4% of recycling center operators are female.
Recycling center operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 83.41% | 16.59% |
| 2011 | 83.35% | 16.65% |
| 2012 | 83.07% | 16.93% |
| 2013 | 85.11% | 14.89% |
| 2014 | 83.92% | 16.08% |
| 2015 | 81.05% | 18.95% |
| 2016 | 82.30% | 17.70% |
| 2017 | 79.27% | 20.73% |
| 2018 | 79.87% | 20.13% |
| 2019 | 83.21% | 16.79% |
| 2020 | 81.25% | 18.75% |
| 2021 | 77.56% | 22.44% |
Recycling center operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared recycling center operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, material crew supervisor and yard foreman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Move Coordinator | 29% | 71% |
| Recycling Center Operator | 78% | 22% |
| Warehouse Manager/Driver | 96% | 4% |
| Yard Foreman | 97% | 3% |
| Material Crew Supervisor | 97% | 3% |
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Recycling center operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among recycling center operators is White, which makes up 51.7% of all recycling center operators. Comparatively, 24.4% of recycling center operators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.3% of recycling center operators are Black or African American.
- White, 51.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 24.4%
- Black or African American, 12.3%
- Asian, 5.6%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Recycling center operator race
| Recycling center operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24.4% |
| Black or African American | 12.3% |
| Asian | 5.6% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Recycling center operator race and ethnicity over time
See how recycling center operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Recycling center operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.26% | 12.20% | 5.05% | 20.73% |
| 2011 | 60.89% | 12.37% | 4.47% | 19.31% |
| 2012 | 60.56% | 10.55% | 4.70% | 20.57% |
| 2013 | 60.46% | 12.30% | 3.85% | 20.31% |
| 2014 | 58.24% | 12.20% | 4.66% | 21.23% |
| 2015 | 58.29% | 12.73% | 4.17% | 21.62% |
| 2016 | 57.42% | 12.72% | 4.15% | 22.40% |
| 2017 | 56.18% | 13.45% | 5.74% | 21.14% |
| 2018 | 56.32% | 12.04% | 5.34% | 23.20% |
| 2019 | 55.71% | 11.73% | 5.38% | 24.00% |
| 2020 | 53.74% | 12.62% | 4.49% | 23.55% |
| 2021 | 51.68% | 12.31% | 5.61% | 24.36% |
Recycling center operator wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown recycling center operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american recycling center operators have the lowest average salary at $36,115.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,110 |
| White | $36,823 |
| Black or African American | $36,115 |
| Asian | $36,505 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,400 |
Average recycling center operator age
See how the average age of recycling center operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Recycling center operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 45 |
| Asian | 51 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41.5 | 38 |
| White | 44 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44 |
Recycling center operator age breakdown
The average age of recycling center operators is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the recycling center operator population.
Recycling center operator age breakdown
| Recycling Center Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Recycling center operator educational attainment
The most common degree for recycling center operators is bachelor's degree, with 34% of recycling center operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 26%.
- Bachelor's, 34%
- Associate, 27%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Recycling center operators by degree level
| Recycling center operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| Associate | 27% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Recycling center operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, recycling center operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $40,116 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, recycling center operators earn a median annual income of $37,957 compared to $36,043 for recycling center operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,116 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,294 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,957 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,043 |
Recycling center operator employment statistics
Most recycling center operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where recycling center operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where recycling center operators work.
Recycling center operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Recycling center operator jobs by company type
Employees with the recycling center operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most recycling center operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Recycling center operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 12% |
Recycling center operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for recycling center operators are manufacturing, professional and utilities.
Recycling center operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Utilities | 10% |
| Government | 9% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Recycling center operator turnover and employment statistics
Recycling center operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for recycling center operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Recycling center operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Recycling center operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.73% |
| 2011 | 6.61% |
| 2012 | 4.57% |
| 2013 | 4.83% |
| 2014 | 3.94% |
| 2015 | 2.50% |
| 2016 | 2.32% |
| 2017 | 2.10% |
| 2018 | 1.75% |
| 2019 | 1.95% |
| 2020 | 2.84% |
| 2021 | 3.63% |
Average recycling center operator tenure
The average recycling center operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 393 recycling center operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Recycling center operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Recycling center operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of recycling center 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Valet Driver | 3.71% | 139,213 |
| Assembler/Packer | 4.53% | 35,106 |
| Lot Porter | 4.91% | 14,346 |
| Feeder | 5.16% | 695 |
| Recycling Center Operator | 8.13% | - |
| Ship Steward | 15.05% | 42,173 |
| Flight Attendant | 31.52% | 45,878 |
Similar recycling center operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Valet Driver | 3.71% | 139,213 |
| Assembler/Packer | 4.53% | 35,106 |
| Lot Porter | 4.91% | 14,346 |
| Feeder | 5.16% | 695 |
| Ship Steward | 15.05% | 42,173 |
| Flight Attendant | 31.52% | 45,878 |
Foreign languages spoken by recycling center operators
The most common foreign language among recycling center operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Cantonese at 8.3% and Russian is the third-most popular at 8.3%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Cantonese, 8.3%
- Russian, 8.3%
- Arabic, 8.3%
- Portuguese, 4.2%
- Other, 20.9%
Recycling center operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Cantonese | 8.3% |
| Russian | 8.3% |
| Arabic | 8.3% |
| Portuguese | 4.2% |
| Other | 20.9% |
