Safety trainer demographics and statistics in the US
Safety trainer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates safety trainer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our safety trainer 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 trainers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 18,520 safety trainers currently employed in the United States.
- 25.3% of all safety trainers are women, while 74.7% are men.
- The average safety trainer age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of safety trainers is White (62.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.0%), Black or African American (9.3%) and Unknown (6.2%).
- In 2022, women earned 94% of what men earned.
- 7% of all safety trainers are LGBT.
- Safety trainers are 60% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Safety trainer gender statistics
25.3% of safety trainers are women and 74.7% of safety trainers are men.
- Male, 74.7%
- Female, 25.3%
Safety trainer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 74.7% |
| Female | 25.3% |
Safety trainer gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,615
Female income
$43,787
Safety trainer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in safety trainer positions over time. Currently, 25.3% of safety trainers are female.
Safety trainer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.10% | 37.90% |
| 2011 | 61.57% | 38.43% |
| 2012 | 63.73% | 36.27% |
| 2013 | 67.11% | 32.89% |
| 2014 | 61.70% | 38.30% |
| 2015 | 60.32% | 39.68% |
| 2016 | 57.36% | 42.64% |
| 2017 | 52.88% | 47.12% |
| 2018 | 74.88% | 25.12% |
| 2019 | 72.04% | 27.96% |
| 2020 | 72.82% | 27.18% |
| 2021 | 74.72% | 25.28% |
Safety trainer related jobs gender ratio
We compared safety trainers 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 Trainer | 75% | 25% |
| Construction Safety Consultant | 91% | 9% |
| Chief Safety Officer | 91% | 9% |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist | 96% | 4% |
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Safety trainer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among safety trainers is White, which makes up 62.4% of all safety trainers. Comparatively, 15.0% of safety trainers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.3% of safety trainers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.0%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Asian, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Safety trainer race
| Safety trainer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Asian | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Safety trainer race and ethnicity over time
See how safety trainer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Safety trainer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.59% | 9.27% | 4.49% | 11.38% |
| 2011 | 68.22% | 12.04% | 4.01% | 12.68% |
| 2012 | 68.85% | 11.53% | 4.12% | 12.29% |
| 2013 | 67.79% | 11.15% | 4.87% | 12.53% |
| 2014 | 68.53% | 11.10% | 4.50% | 12.39% |
| 2015 | 70.00% | 10.82% | 5.08% | 10.99% |
| 2016 | 69.67% | 10.15% | 5.32% | 12.63% |
| 2017 | 64.92% | 13.14% | 6.48% | 11.75% |
| 2018 | 66.35% | 10.28% | 4.93% | 14.71% |
| 2019 | 68.26% | 9.84% | 4.57% | 14.32% |
| 2020 | 65.10% | 9.43% | 4.03% | 16.49% |
| 2021 | 62.35% | 9.34% | 5.82% | 15.02% |
Safety trainer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian safety trainers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino safety trainers have the lowest average salary at $45,330.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,017 |
| White | $45,869 |
| Black or African American | $46,527 |
| Asian | $49,442 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,330 |
Average safety trainer age
See how the average age of safety trainers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Safety trainer 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 trainer age breakdown
The average age of safety trainers is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the safety trainer population.
Safety trainer age breakdown
| Safety Trainer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Safety trainer educational attainment
The most common degree for safety trainers is bachelor's degree, with 49% of safety trainers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- Associate, 21%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Safety trainers by degree level
| Safety trainer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| Associate | 21% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Safety trainer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, safety trainers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $55,820 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, safety trainers earn a median annual income of $47,610 compared to $46,731 for safety trainers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $55,820 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,994 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,610 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,731 |
Safety trainer employment statistics
Most safety trainers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where safety trainers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where safety trainers work.
Safety trainer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Safety trainer jobs by company type
Employees with the safety trainer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most safety trainers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Safety trainer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 4% |
Safety trainer jobs by industry
The most common industries for safety trainers are manufacturing, transportation and energy.
Safety trainer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Transportation | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Safety trainer turnover and employment statistics
Safety trainer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for safety trainers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Safety trainer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Safety trainer 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 trainer tenure
The average safety trainer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,579 safety trainers resumes in Zippia's database.
Safety trainer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Safety trainer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of safety trainers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Internship | 5.03% | 89,197 |
| Safety Trainer | 7.06% | - |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Pheresis Specialist | 8.57% | 7,754 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 23.99% | 59,100 |
Similar safety trainer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy Internship | 5.03% | 89,197 |
| Medical Records Director | 8.20% | 53,854 |
| Pheresis Specialist | 8.57% | 7,754 |
| Surgical Technician | 10.59% | 70,920 |
| Optometrist | 13.47% | 20,993 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 23.99% | 59,100 |
Foreign languages spoken by safety trainers
The most common foreign language among safety trainers is Spanish at 70.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 6.4% and Korean is the third-most popular at 4.3%.
- Spanish, 70.2%
- Japanese, 6.4%
- Korean, 4.3%
- Portuguese, 2.1%
- Chinese, 2.1%
- Other, 14.9%
Safety trainer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 70.2% |
| Japanese | 6.4% |
| Korean | 4.3% |
| Portuguese | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 2.1% |
| Other | 14.9% |
