Reserve operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Reserve operator gender statistics
60.6% of reserve operators are women and 39.4% of reserve operators are men.
- Female, 60.6%
- Male, 39.4%
Reserve operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 60.6% |
| Male | 39.4% |
Reserve operator gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,868
Female income
$36,628
Reserve operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in reserve operator positions over time. Currently, 60.6% of reserve operators are female.
Reserve operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 37.92% | 62.08% |
| 2011 | 38.08% | 61.92% |
| 2012 | 38.11% | 61.89% |
| 2013 | 38.77% | 61.23% |
| 2014 | 39.19% | 60.81% |
| 2015 | 40.29% | 59.71% |
| 2016 | 39.46% | 60.54% |
| 2017 | 38.66% | 61.34% |
| 2018 | 41.25% | 58.75% |
| 2019 | 40.31% | 59.69% |
| 2020 | 38.89% | 61.11% |
| 2021 | 39.45% | 60.55% |
Reserve operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared reserve operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Reserve Operator | 39% | 61% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Reserve operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among reserve operators is White, which makes up 55.4% of all reserve operators. Comparatively, 20.8% of reserve operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.5% of reserve operators are Black or African American.
- White, 55.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.8%
- Black or African American, 11.5%
- Asian, 7.3%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Reserve operator race
| Reserve operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.5% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Reserve operator race and ethnicity over time
See how reserve operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Reserve operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.69% | 12.78% | 6.19% | 19.15% |
| 2011 | 60.36% | 12.92% | 6.13% | 18.27% |
| 2012 | 59.03% | 12.89% | 6.21% | 19.77% |
| 2013 | 60.26% | 12.37% | 6.05% | 19.14% |
| 2014 | 59.52% | 12.35% | 5.97% | 19.70% |
| 2015 | 60.37% | 12.34% | 6.26% | 18.65% |
| 2016 | 59.23% | 12.42% | 6.26% | 19.49% |
| 2017 | 58.26% | 13.05% | 6.38% | 19.65% |
| 2018 | 59.77% | 12.04% | 6.55% | 19.20% |
| 2019 | 61.05% | 11.63% | 6.29% | 18.49% |
| 2020 | 58.24% | 11.63% | 7.26% | 18.51% |
| 2021 | 55.43% | 11.53% | 7.27% | 20.76% |
Reserve operator wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,438 |
| White | $41,017 |
| Black or African American | $38,935 |
| Asian | $39,546 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,437 |
Average reserve operator age
See how the average age of reserve operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Reserve operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 50 |
Reserve operator age breakdown
The average age of reserve operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the reserve operator population.
Reserve operator age breakdown
| Reserve Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Reserve operator educational attainment
The most common degree for reserve operators is associate degree, with 36% of reserve operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 34% and bachelor's degree degree at 12%.
- Associate, 36%
- Bachelor's, 34%
- Master's, 12%
- High School Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Reserve operators by degree level
| Reserve operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 36% |
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| Master's | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Reserve operator wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $42,400 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,707 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,295 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,730 |
Reserve operator employment statistics
Most reserve operators work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where reserve operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where reserve operators work.
Reserve operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 36% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Reserve operator jobs by company type
Employees with the reserve operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most reserve operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Reserve operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 7% |
Reserve operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for reserve operators are hospitality, transportation and government.
Reserve operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 35% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Transportation | 10% |
| Government | 6% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Media | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
Reserve operator turnover and employment statistics
Reserve operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for reserve operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Reserve operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Reserve operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 4.89% |
| 2019 | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 6.59% |
| 2021 | 6.08% |
Average reserve operator tenure
The average reserve operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 121 reserve operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Reserve operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Reserve operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of reserve 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Watch Parts Inspector | 4.47% | 39,453 |
| Machine Tender | 4.75% | 30,960 |
| Reserve Operator | 4.90% | - |
| Tag Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,640 |
| Filter Operator | 8.41% | 29,531 |
| Cooler Room Worker | 8.89% | 47,735 |
| Digital Imaging Technician | 15.21% | 23,947 |
Similar reserve operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Watch Parts Inspector | 4.47% | 39,453 |
| Machine Tender | 4.75% | 30,960 |
| Tag Machine Operator | 7.84% | 53,640 |
| Filter Operator | 8.41% | 29,531 |
| Cooler Room Worker | 8.89% | 47,735 |
| Digital Imaging Technician | 15.21% | 23,947 |
Foreign languages spoken by reserve operators
The most common foreign language among reserve operators is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 16.7% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Russian, 16.7%
- Japanese, 16.7%
Reserve operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Russian | 16.7% |
| Japanese | 16.7% |