Refrigeration operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Refrigeration operator gender statistics
1.7% of refrigeration operators are women and 98.3% of refrigeration operators are men.
- Male, 98.3%
- Female, 1.7%
Refrigeration operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 98.3% |
| Female | 1.7% |
Refrigeration operator gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,969
Female income
$43,466
Refrigeration operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in refrigeration operator positions over time. Currently, 1.7% of refrigeration operators are female.
Refrigeration operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.79% | 1.21% |
| 2011 | 99.26% | 0.74% |
| 2012 | 98.92% | 1.08% |
| 2013 | 98.83% | 1.17% |
| 2014 | 98.87% | 1.13% |
| 2015 | 99.23% | 0.77% |
| 2016 | 98.99% | 1.01% |
| 2017 | 98.84% | 1.16% |
| 2018 | 98.37% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | 98.52% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | 98.65% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | 98.34% | 1.66% |
Refrigeration operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared refrigeration operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Refrigeration Operator | 98% | 2% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Refrigeration operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among refrigeration operators is White, which makes up 63.8% of all refrigeration operators. Comparatively, 20.1% of refrigeration operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of refrigeration operators are Black or African American.
- White, 63.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.1%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 2.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Refrigeration operator race
| Refrigeration operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 2.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Refrigeration operator race and ethnicity over time
See how refrigeration operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Refrigeration operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.74% | 8.91% | 2.68% | 15.37% |
| 2011 | 72.07% | 8.20% | 1.94% | 15.65% |
| 2012 | 70.34% | 9.66% | 2.38% | 15.57% |
| 2013 | 70.66% | 9.15% | 2.45% | 15.97% |
| 2014 | 69.73% | 9.02% | 2.44% | 17.13% |
| 2015 | 69.06% | 8.51% | 2.18% | 17.60% |
| 2016 | 68.39% | 9.10% | 2.23% | 17.91% |
| 2017 | 67.37% | 8.28% | 2.41% | 19.32% |
| 2018 | 67.33% | 9.00% | 2.08% | 19.18% |
| 2019 | 68.44% | 8.21% | 2.46% | 18.15% |
| 2020 | 64.66% | 8.92% | 2.99% | 18.75% |
| 2021 | 63.79% | 8.50% | 2.68% | 20.10% |
Refrigeration operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white refrigeration operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american refrigeration operators have the lowest average salary at $46,119.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $51,997 |
| White | $52,302 |
| Black or African American | $46,119 |
| Asian | $49,469 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $50,212 |
Average refrigeration operator age
See how the average age of refrigeration operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Refrigeration operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | |
| Unknown | 38 | |
| Asian | 40.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38.5 |
| White | 39 | 35 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 43 |
Refrigeration operator age breakdown
The average age of refrigeration operators is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the refrigeration operator population.
Refrigeration operator age breakdown
| Refrigeration Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Refrigeration operator educational attainment
The most common degree for refrigeration operators is high school diploma, with 37% of refrigeration operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 35% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- High School Diploma, 37%
- Associate, 35%
- Bachelor's, 8%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Refrigeration operators by degree level
| Refrigeration operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 37% |
| Associate | 35% |
| Bachelor's | 8% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Refrigeration operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, refrigeration operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $52,874 annually. With a Associate degree, refrigeration operators earn a median annual income of $52,625 compared to $49,223 for refrigeration operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,223 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,874 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,625 |
Refrigeration operator employment statistics
Most refrigeration operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where refrigeration operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where refrigeration operators work.
Refrigeration operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 33% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Refrigeration operator jobs by company type
Employees with the refrigeration operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most refrigeration operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Refrigeration operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 23% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 2% |
Refrigeration operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for refrigeration operators are manufacturing, retail and hospitality.
Refrigeration operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 39% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Agriculture | 5% |
| Education | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Refrigeration operator turnover and employment statistics
Refrigeration operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for refrigeration operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Refrigeration operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Refrigeration operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.54% |
| 2011 | 8.94% |
| 2012 | 7.80% |
| 2013 | 5.99% |
| 2014 | 3.99% |
| 2015 | 4.74% |
| 2016 | 2.85% |
| 2017 | 3.23% |
| 2018 | 2.14% |
| 2019 | 2.81% |
| 2020 | 3.03% |
| 2021 | 3.78% |
Average refrigeration operator tenure
The average refrigeration operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 212 refrigeration operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Refrigeration operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Refrigeration operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of refrigeration 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigeration Operator | 1.73% | - |
| Millwright | 2.00% | 102,942 |
| Certified Master Safecracker | 3.52% | 42,525 |
| Automotive Electrical Helper | 3.67% | 71,512 |
| Automatic Washer Mechanic | 3.71% | 68,085 |
| Telephone Lines Repairer | 3.93% | 6,041 |
| Repairing Calibrator | 8.86% | 25 |
Similar refrigeration operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Millwright | 2.00% | 102,942 |
| Certified Master Safecracker | 3.52% | 42,525 |
| Automotive Electrical Helper | 3.67% | 71,512 |
| Automatic Washer Mechanic | 3.71% | 68,085 |
| Telephone Lines Repairer | 3.93% | 6,041 |
| Repairing Calibrator | 8.86% | 25 |
Foreign languages spoken by refrigeration operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Refrigeration operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |