Refrigeration specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Refrigeration specialist gender statistics
6.6% of refrigeration specialists are women and 93.4% of refrigeration specialists are men.
- Male, 93.4%
- Female, 6.6%
Refrigeration specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.4% |
| Female | 6.6% |
Refrigeration specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,543
Female income
$42,295
Refrigeration specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in refrigeration specialist positions over time. Currently, 6.6% of refrigeration specialists are female.
Refrigeration specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.10% | 4.90% |
| 2011 | 96.97% | 3.03% |
| 2012 | 95.63% | 4.37% |
| 2013 | 95.26% | 4.74% |
| 2014 | 95.41% | 4.59% |
| 2015 | 96.84% | 3.16% |
| 2016 | 95.89% | 4.11% |
| 2017 | 95.33% | 4.67% |
| 2018 | 93.52% | 6.48% |
| 2019 | 94.09% | 5.91% |
| 2020 | 94.57% | 5.43% |
| 2021 | 93.40% | 6.60% |
Refrigeration specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared refrigeration specialists 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 Specialist | 93% | 7% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Refrigeration specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among refrigeration specialists is White, which makes up 64.6% of all refrigeration specialists. Comparatively, 19.7% of refrigeration specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 8.1% of refrigeration specialists are Black or African American.
- White, 64.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.7%
- Black or African American, 8.1%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Refrigeration specialist race
| Refrigeration specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.7% |
| Black or African American | 8.1% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Refrigeration specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how refrigeration specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Refrigeration specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.54% | 8.56% | 2.64% | 14.99% |
| 2011 | 72.87% | 7.85% | 1.89% | 15.27% |
| 2012 | 71.14% | 9.31% | 2.34% | 15.19% |
| 2013 | 71.45% | 8.80% | 2.40% | 15.59% |
| 2014 | 70.53% | 8.67% | 2.40% | 16.75% |
| 2015 | 69.86% | 8.16% | 2.14% | 17.21% |
| 2016 | 69.18% | 8.75% | 2.19% | 17.52% |
| 2017 | 68.17% | 7.93% | 2.36% | 18.94% |
| 2018 | 68.13% | 8.65% | 2.03% | 18.80% |
| 2019 | 69.24% | 7.85% | 2.42% | 17.77% |
| 2020 | 65.45% | 8.57% | 2.94% | 18.36% |
| 2021 | 64.59% | 8.15% | 2.64% | 19.72% |
Refrigeration specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, white refrigeration specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american refrigeration specialists have the lowest average salary at $44,845.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,489 |
| White | $50,782 |
| Black or African American | $44,845 |
| Asian | $48,062 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,775 |
Average refrigeration specialist age
See how the average age of refrigeration specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Refrigeration specialist 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 specialist age breakdown
The average age of refrigeration specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the refrigeration specialist population.
Refrigeration specialist age breakdown
| Refrigeration Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Refrigeration specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for refrigeration specialists is associate degree, with 33% of refrigeration specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 24% and bachelor's degree degree at 13%.
- Associate, 33%
- Bachelor's, 24%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 19%
Refrigeration specialists by degree level
| Refrigeration specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 33% |
| Bachelor's | 24% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 19% |
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Refrigeration specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, refrigeration specialists with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $51,330 annually. With a Associate degree, refrigeration specialists earn a median annual income of $51,092 compared to $47,826 for refrigeration specialists with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,826 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,330 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,092 |
Refrigeration specialist employment statistics
Most refrigeration specialists work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where refrigeration specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where refrigeration specialists work.
Refrigeration specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 34% |
Refrigeration specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the refrigeration specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most refrigeration specialists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Refrigeration specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 6% |
Refrigeration specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for refrigeration specialists are manufacturing, retail and construction.
Refrigeration specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 32% |
| Retail | 15% |
| Construction | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Media | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
Refrigeration specialist turnover and employment statistics
Refrigeration specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for refrigeration specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Refrigeration specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Refrigeration specialist 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 specialist tenure
The average refrigeration specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 118 refrigeration specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Refrigeration specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 23% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Refrigeration specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of refrigeration specialists 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 Specialist | 1.73% | - |
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Locksmith Apprentice | 3.52% | 22,230 |
| Elevator Constructor Helper | 3.67% | 13,846 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Line Installer | 3.93% | 60,705 |
| Watch Repairer Apprentice | 8.86% | 9,531 |
Similar refrigeration specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Locksmith Apprentice | 3.52% | 22,230 |
| Elevator Constructor Helper | 3.67% | 13,846 |
| Room Cooler Installer | 3.71% | 39,774 |
| Line Installer | 3.93% | 60,705 |
| Watch Repairer Apprentice | 8.86% | 9,531 |
Foreign languages spoken by refrigeration specialists
The most common foreign language among refrigeration specialists is Spanish at 28.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 14.3% and Ukrainian is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 28.6%
- Portuguese, 14.3%
- Ukrainian, 14.3%
- Russian, 14.3%
- Polish, 14.3%
- Other, 14.2%
Refrigeration specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 28.6% |
| Portuguese | 14.3% |
| Ukrainian | 14.3% |
| Russian | 14.3% |
| Polish | 14.3% |
| Other | 14.2% |