Riser demographics and statistics in the US
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Riser gender statistics
31.1% of risers are women and 68.9% of risers are men.
- Male, 68.9%
- Female, 31.1%
Riser gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 68.9% |
| Female | 31.1% |
Riser gender pay gap
Women earn 84¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,178
Female income
$39,433
Riser gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in riser positions over time. Currently, 31.1% of risers are female.
Riser gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.45% | 32.55% |
| 2011 | 67.60% | 32.40% |
| 2012 | 67.63% | 32.37% |
| 2013 | 68.23% | 31.77% |
| 2014 | 68.62% | 31.38% |
| 2015 | 69.60% | 30.40% |
| 2016 | 68.86% | 31.14% |
| 2017 | 68.14% | 31.86% |
| 2018 | 70.43% | 29.57% |
| 2019 | 69.62% | 30.38% |
| 2020 | 68.35% | 31.65% |
| 2021 | 68.85% | 31.15% |
Riser related jobs gender ratio
We compared risers 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% |
| Riser | 69% | 31% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Riser demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among risers is White, which makes up 55.9% of all risers. Comparatively, 19.3% of risers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.9% of risers are Black or African American.
- White, 55.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.3%
- Black or African American, 11.9%
- Asian, 7.8%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Riser race
| Riser race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.3% |
| Black or African American | 11.9% |
| Asian | 7.8% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Riser race and ethnicity over time
See how riser racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Riser race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.12% | 13.19% | 6.77% | 17.65% |
| 2011 | 60.78% | 13.34% | 6.71% | 16.77% |
| 2012 | 59.46% | 13.30% | 6.79% | 18.27% |
| 2013 | 60.68% | 12.78% | 6.63% | 17.64% |
| 2014 | 59.94% | 12.76% | 6.55% | 18.20% |
| 2015 | 60.79% | 12.75% | 6.84% | 17.15% |
| 2016 | 59.66% | 12.83% | 6.84% | 17.99% |
| 2017 | 58.68% | 13.47% | 6.96% | 18.15% |
| 2018 | 60.19% | 12.45% | 7.13% | 17.70% |
| 2019 | 61.47% | 12.04% | 6.87% | 16.99% |
| 2020 | 58.67% | 12.04% | 7.83% | 17.01% |
| 2021 | 55.85% | 11.94% | 7.85% | 19.26% |
Riser wage gap by race
According to our data, white risers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american risers have the lowest average salary at $44,874.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,617 |
| White | $50,102 |
| Black or African American | $44,874 |
| Asian | $46,377 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,107 |
Average riser age
See how the average age of risers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Riser 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 |
Riser age breakdown
The average age of risers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the riser population.
Riser age breakdown
| Riser Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Riser educational attainment
The most common degree for risers is high school diploma, with 31% of risers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 28% and bachelor's degree degree at 9%.
- High School Diploma, 31%
- Bachelor's, 28%
- Associate, 9%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 23%
Risers by degree level
| Riser degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 31% |
| Bachelor's | 28% |
| Associate | 9% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 23% |
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Riser wage gap by degree level
According to the data, risers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $53,745 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, risers earn a median annual income of $48,255 compared to $46,834 for risers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,745 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,931 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,255 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,834 |
Riser employment statistics
Company size where risers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where risers work.
Riser jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 39% |
| > 10,000 employees | 39% |
Riser turnover and employment statistics
Riser unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for risers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Riser unemployment rate by year
| Year | Riser 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 riser tenure
The average riser stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 72 risers resumes in Zippia's database.
Riser tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Riser LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of risers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cloth Examiner | 4.47% | 2,133 |
| Machine Tender | 4.75% | 30,960 |
| Riser | 4.90% | - |
| Paper Bag Maker | 7.84% | 8,106 |
| Rough Rice Tender | 8.41% | 306 |
| Hand Washer | 8.89% | 38,533 |
| Film Technician | 15.21% | 5,319 |
Similar riser jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Cloth Examiner | 4.47% | 2,133 |
| Machine Tender | 4.75% | 30,960 |
| Paper Bag Maker | 7.84% | 8,106 |
| Rough Rice Tender | 8.41% | 306 |
| Hand Washer | 8.89% | 38,533 |
| Film Technician | 15.21% | 5,319 |
Foreign languages spoken by risers
The most common foreign language among risers is Chinese at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- Chinese, 33.3%
- French, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Riser languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 33.3% |
| French | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |
