Refrigeration engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Refrigeration engineer gender statistics
1.0% of refrigeration engineers are women and 99.0% of refrigeration engineers are men.
- Male, 99.0%
- Female, 1.0%
Refrigeration engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 99.0% |
| Female | 1.0% |
Refrigeration engineer gender pay gap
Women earn $1.03 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$86,205
Female income
$88,776
Refrigeration engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in refrigeration engineer positions over time. Currently, 1.0% of refrigeration engineers are female.
Refrigeration engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 99.15% | 0.85% |
| 2011 | 99.42% | 0.58% |
| 2012 | 99.24% | 0.76% |
| 2013 | 99.28% | 0.72% |
| 2014 | 99.19% | 0.81% |
| 2015 | 99.11% | 0.89% |
| 2016 | 99.22% | 0.78% |
| 2017 | 99.05% | 0.95% |
| 2018 | 99.10% | 0.90% |
| 2019 | 99.09% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | 98.86% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | 98.96% | 1.04% |
Refrigeration engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared refrigeration engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Refrigeration engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among refrigeration engineers is White, which makes up 72.4% of all refrigeration engineers. Comparatively, 10.4% of refrigeration engineers are Asian and 9.2% of refrigeration engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 72.4%
- Asian, 10.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.2%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, -0.0%
Refrigeration engineer race
| Refrigeration engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.4% |
| Asian | 10.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.2% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | -0.0% |
Refrigeration engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how refrigeration engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Refrigeration engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.61% | 3.45% | 8.24% | 6.81% |
| 2011 | 79.68% | 3.46% | 8.03% | 7.11% |
| 2012 | 80.11% | 3.68% | 7.19% | 7.44% |
| 2013 | 79.68% | 2.93% | 8.68% | 6.86% |
| 2014 | 77.71% | 3.03% | 9.79% | 7.86% |
| 2015 | 78.19% | 3.28% | 8.41% | 8.46% |
| 2016 | 76.21% | 3.47% | 9.50% | 9.05% |
| 2017 | 76.93% | 2.76% | 9.22% | 8.97% |
| 2018 | 77.71% | 3.07% | 8.86% | 8.20% |
| 2019 | 76.17% | 3.31% | 9.36% | 8.48% |
| 2020 | 72.66% | 3.02% | 10.86% | 9.84% |
| 2021 | 72.41% | 3.37% | 10.36% | 9.17% |
Refrigeration engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino refrigeration engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american refrigeration engineers have the lowest average salary at $81,446.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $86,328 |
| White | $87,439 |
| Black or African American | $81,446 |
| Asian | $86,726 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $89,289 |
Average refrigeration engineer age
See how the average age of refrigeration engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Refrigeration engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 39 | 36 |
| White | 40 | 33 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 48 |
| Asian | 38.5 | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 26 |
Refrigeration engineer age breakdown
The average age of refrigeration engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the refrigeration engineer population.
Refrigeration engineer age breakdown
| Refrigeration Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Refrigeration engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for refrigeration engineers is bachelor's degree, with 43% of refrigeration engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 43%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 13%
Refrigeration engineers by degree level
| Refrigeration engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 43% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 13% |
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Refrigeration engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, refrigeration engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $109,804 annually. With a Master's degree, refrigeration engineers earn a median annual income of $100,605 compared to $87,922 for refrigeration engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $100,605 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $87,922 |
| Doctorate Degree | $109,804 |
Refrigeration engineer employment statistics
Most refrigeration engineers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where refrigeration engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where refrigeration engineers work.
Refrigeration engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 41% |
| > 10,000 employees | 21% |
Refrigeration engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the refrigeration engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most refrigeration engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Refrigeration engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 63% |
| Government | 6% |
Refrigeration engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for refrigeration engineers are manufacturing, professional and health care.
Refrigeration engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 29% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Agriculture | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Refrigeration engineer turnover and employment statistics
Refrigeration engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for refrigeration engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Refrigeration engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Refrigeration engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.09% |
| 2011 | 4.26% |
| 2012 | 2.86% |
| 2013 | 1.99% |
| 2014 | 1.63% |
| 2015 | 1.74% |
| 2016 | 1.46% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.20% |
| 2019 | 1.42% |
| 2020 | 2.46% |
| 2021 | 2.18% |
Average refrigeration engineer tenure
The average refrigeration engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 245 refrigeration engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Refrigeration engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 23% |
Refrigeration engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of refrigeration engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Safety Engineer | 3.67% | 14,619 |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 4.55% | - |
| Ore Dressing Engineer | 5.25% | 2,397 |
| Assistant Technical Engineer | 6.39% | 76,064 |
| Master Lay Out Specialist | 7.54% | 24,008 |
| Chemical Test Engineer | 8.92% | 25,902 |
| Forensic Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 5,469 |
Similar refrigeration engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Safety Engineer | 3.67% | 14,619 |
| Ore Dressing Engineer | 5.25% | 2,397 |
| Assistant Technical Engineer | 6.39% | 76,064 |
| Master Lay Out Specialist | 7.54% | 24,008 |
| Chemical Test Engineer | 8.92% | 25,902 |
| Forensic Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 5,469 |
Foreign languages spoken by refrigeration engineers
The most common foreign language among refrigeration engineers is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 25.0% and German is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Carrier, 25.0%
- German, 12.5%
- Italian, 12.5%
Refrigeration engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Carrier | 25.0% |
| German | 12.5% |
| Italian | 12.5% |
