Safety investigator demographics and statistics in the US
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Safety investigator gender statistics
26.7% of safety investigators are women and 73.3% of safety investigators are men.
- Male, 73.3%
- Female, 26.7%
Safety investigator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.3% |
| Female | 26.7% |
Safety investigator gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$52,869
Female income
$49,341
Safety investigator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in safety investigator positions over time. Currently, 26.7% of safety investigators are female.
Safety investigator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.34% | 39.66% |
| 2011 | 59.80% | 40.20% |
| 2012 | 61.99% | 38.01% |
| 2013 | 65.45% | 34.55% |
| 2014 | 59.93% | 40.07% |
| 2015 | 58.53% | 41.47% |
| 2016 | 55.53% | 44.47% |
| 2017 | 51.03% | 48.97% |
| 2018 | 73.46% | 26.54% |
| 2019 | 70.52% | 29.48% |
| 2020 | 71.32% | 28.68% |
| 2021 | 73.29% | 26.71% |
Safety investigator related jobs gender ratio
We compared safety investigators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, certified industrial hygienist and chief safety officer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Midwife | 7% | 93% |
| Genetic Counselor | 12% | 88% |
| Utilization Review Coordinator | 17% | 83% |
| Safety Investigator | 73% | 27% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Safety investigator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among safety investigators is White, which makes up 62.8% of all safety investigators. Comparatively, 15.0% of safety investigators are Hispanic or Latino and 9.0% of safety investigators are Black or African American.
- White, 62.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.0%
- Black or African American, 9.0%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Asian, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Safety investigator race
| Safety investigator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Asian | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Safety investigator race and ethnicity over time
See how safety investigator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Safety investigator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.00% | 8.89% | 4.48% | 11.36% |
| 2011 | 68.63% | 11.66% | 4.00% | 12.65% |
| 2012 | 69.26% | 11.15% | 4.12% | 12.27% |
| 2013 | 68.20% | 10.77% | 4.87% | 12.51% |
| 2014 | 68.93% | 10.72% | 4.50% | 12.37% |
| 2015 | 70.41% | 10.44% | 5.08% | 10.97% |
| 2016 | 70.08% | 9.77% | 5.32% | 12.61% |
| 2017 | 65.33% | 12.76% | 6.48% | 11.73% |
| 2018 | 66.76% | 9.91% | 4.92% | 14.68% |
| 2019 | 68.67% | 9.46% | 4.57% | 14.30% |
| 2020 | 65.51% | 9.05% | 4.03% | 16.47% |
| 2021 | 62.76% | 8.96% | 5.81% | 15.00% |
Safety investigator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian safety investigators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino safety investigators have the lowest average salary at $51,263.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,121 |
| White | $51,937 |
| Black or African American | $52,759 |
| Asian | $56,418 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,263 |
Average safety investigator age
See how the average age of safety investigators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Safety investigator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | 37 |
| White | 48 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 37 |
| Asian | 43 | 38.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Safety investigator age breakdown
The average age of safety investigators is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the safety investigator population.
Safety investigator age breakdown
| Safety Investigator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Safety investigator educational attainment
The most common degree for safety investigators is bachelor's degree, with 58% of safety investigators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 58%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 15%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Safety investigators by degree level
| Safety investigator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 58% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 15% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Safety investigator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, safety investigators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $64,500 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, safety investigators earn a median annual income of $54,116 compared to $53,014 for safety investigators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $64,500 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,117 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,116 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,014 |
Safety investigator employment statistics
Most safety investigators work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where safety investigators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where safety investigators work.
Safety investigator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 39% |
Safety investigator jobs by company type
Employees with the safety investigator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most safety investigators prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Safety investigator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 42% |
| Government | 28% |
Safety investigator jobs by industry
The most common industries for safety investigators are government, transportation and education.
Safety investigator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 25% |
| Transportation | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Education | 8% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
Safety investigator turnover and employment statistics
Safety investigator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for safety investigators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Safety investigator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Safety investigator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.00% |
| 2011 | 4.18% |
| 2012 | 5.08% |
| 2013 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.44% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.65% |
| 2018 | 3.27% |
| 2019 | 2.43% |
| 2020 | 2.91% |
| 2021 | 3.04% |
Average safety investigator tenure
The average safety investigator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 189 safety investigators resumes in Zippia's database.
Safety investigator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Safety investigator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of safety investigators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist In Charge | 5.03% | 55,466 |
| Safety Investigator | 7.06% | - |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Pediatric Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 40,282 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar safety investigator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist In Charge | 5.03% | 55,466 |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Pediatric Genetic Counselor | 8.57% | 40,282 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by safety investigators
The most common foreign language among safety investigators is Spanish at 38.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 23.1% and German is the third-most popular at 7.7%.
- Spanish, 38.5%
- French, 23.1%
- German, 7.7%
- Dutch, 7.7%
- Russian, 7.7%
- Other, 15.3%
Safety investigator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 38.5% |
| French | 23.1% |
| German | 7.7% |
| Dutch | 7.7% |
| Russian | 7.7% |
| Other | 15.3% |