Safety officer demographics and statistics in the US
Safety officer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates safety officer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our safety officer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about safety officers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 33,991 safety officers currently employed in the United States.
- 21.2% of all safety officers are women, while 78.8% are men.
- The average safety officer age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of safety officers is White (62.9%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.2%), Black or African American (9.9%) and Unknown (6.2%).
- Safety officers are most in-demand in Boston, MA.
- The government industry is the highest-paying for safety officers.
- 7% of all safety officers are LGBT.
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Safety officer demographics by:
Safety officer gender statistics
21.2% of safety officers are women and 78.8% of safety officers are men.
- Male, 78.8%
- Female, 21.2%
Safety officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.8% |
| Female | 21.2% |
Safety officer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,379
Female income
$44,588
Safety officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in safety officer positions over time. Currently, 21.2% of safety officers are female.
Safety officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.37% | 32.63% |
| 2011 | 66.87% | 33.13% |
| 2012 | 68.88% | 31.12% |
| 2013 | 72.00% | 28.00% |
| 2014 | 66.99% | 33.01% |
| 2015 | 65.70% | 34.30% |
| 2016 | 62.89% | 37.11% |
| 2017 | 58.57% | 41.43% |
| 2018 | 78.98% | 21.02% |
| 2019 | 76.45% | 23.55% |
| 2020 | 77.15% | 22.85% |
| 2021 | 78.83% | 21.17% |
Safety officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared safety officers 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 Officer | 79% | 21% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Safety officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among safety officers is White, which makes up 62.9% of all safety officers. Comparatively, 14.2% of safety officers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of safety officers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Asian, 5.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Safety officer race
| Safety officer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Asian | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Safety officer race and ethnicity over time
See how safety officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Safety officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.12% | 9.86% | 4.31% | 10.52% |
| 2011 | 68.75% | 12.63% | 3.84% | 11.81% |
| 2012 | 69.37% | 12.11% | 3.95% | 11.42% |
| 2013 | 68.31% | 11.73% | 4.70% | 11.66% |
| 2014 | 69.05% | 11.68% | 4.33% | 11.52% |
| 2015 | 70.52% | 11.41% | 4.91% | 10.12% |
| 2016 | 70.20% | 10.73% | 5.15% | 11.77% |
| 2017 | 65.45% | 13.72% | 6.31% | 10.89% |
| 2018 | 66.87% | 10.87% | 4.76% | 13.84% |
| 2019 | 68.79% | 10.43% | 4.40% | 13.45% |
| 2020 | 65.63% | 10.01% | 3.86% | 15.62% |
| 2021 | 62.88% | 9.93% | 5.64% | 14.15% |
Safety officer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian safety officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino safety officers have the lowest average salary at $46,648.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $47,572 |
| White | $47,373 |
| Black or African American | $48,261 |
| Asian | $52,240 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,648 |
Average safety officer age
See how the average age of safety officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Safety officer 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 officer age breakdown
The average age of safety officers is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the safety officer population.
Safety officer age breakdown
| Safety Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Safety officer educational attainment
The most common degree for safety officers is bachelor's degree, with 52% of safety officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 52%
- Associate, 20%
- High School Diploma, 11%
- Master's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Safety officers by degree level
| Safety officer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 52% |
| Associate | 20% |
| High School Diploma | 11% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Safety officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, safety officers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $61,195 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, safety officers earn a median annual income of $49,730 compared to $48,537 for safety officers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $61,195 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,223 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,730 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,537 |
Safety officer employment statistics
Most safety officers work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where safety officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where safety officers work.
Safety officer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Safety officer jobs by company type
Employees with the safety officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most safety officers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Safety officer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 45% |
| Government | 17% |
Safety officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for safety officers are education, government and health care.
Safety officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 19% |
| Government | 15% |
| Health Care | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Safety officer turnover and employment statistics
Safety officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for safety officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Safety officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Safety officer 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 officer tenure
The average safety officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 11,147 safety officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Safety officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Safety officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of safety officers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Pharmacist Technician | 5.03% | 68,287 |
| Safety Officer | 7.06% | - |
| Medical Coder | 8.20% | 51,316 |
| Head Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 29,982 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Similar safety officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Pharmacist Technician | 5.03% | 68,287 |
| Medical Coder | 8.20% | 51,316 |
| Head Athletic Trainer | 8.57% | 29,982 |
| Anesthesia Technician | 10.59% | 78,132 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 23.99% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by safety officers
The most common foreign language among safety officers is Spanish at 57.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.1% and German is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 57.5%
- French, 7.1%
- German, 5.6%
- Portuguese, 3.0%
- Italian, 3.0%
- Other, 23.8%
Safety officer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.5% |
| French | 7.1% |
| German | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 3.0% |
| Italian | 3.0% |
| Other | 23.8% |
