Senior lead operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Senior lead operator gender statistics
38.3% of senior lead operators are women and 61.7% of senior lead operators are men.
- Male, 61.7%
- Female, 38.3%
Senior lead operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 61.7% |
| Female | 38.3% |
Senior lead operator gender pay gap
Women earn 88¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$70,549
Female income
$62,264
Senior lead operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior lead operator positions over time. Currently, 38.3% of senior lead operators are female.
Senior lead operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.11% | 45.89% |
| 2011 | 52.99% | 47.01% |
| 2012 | 54.62% | 45.38% |
| 2013 | 56.58% | 43.42% |
| 2014 | 54.61% | 45.39% |
| 2015 | 58.39% | 41.61% |
| 2016 | 56.53% | 43.47% |
| 2017 | 57.51% | 42.49% |
| 2018 | 65.51% | 34.49% |
| 2019 | 63.59% | 36.41% |
| 2020 | 64.83% | 35.17% |
| 2021 | 61.72% | 38.28% |
Senior lead operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior lead operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Senior Lead Operator | 62% | 38% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Senior lead operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior lead operators is White, which makes up 70.4% of all senior lead operators. Comparatively, 9.4% of senior lead operators are Hispanic or Latino and 8.8% of senior lead operators are Asian.
- White, 70.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.4%
- Asian, 8.8%
- Black or African American, 6.4%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Senior lead operator race
| Senior lead operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.4% |
| Asian | 8.8% |
| Black or African American | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Senior lead operator race and ethnicity over time
See how senior lead operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior lead operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.64% | 9.14% | 7.50% | 9.18% |
| 2011 | 71.90% | 8.69% | 7.23% | 8.97% |
| 2012 | 69.84% | 10.88% | 7.75% | 9.10% |
| 2013 | 71.15% | 8.71% | 8.65% | 9.21% |
| 2014 | 70.05% | 9.83% | 9.19% | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 70.53% | 8.82% | 8.99% | 9.05% |
| 2016 | 70.07% | 8.42% | 8.90% | 9.52% |
| 2017 | 70.11% | 8.43% | 9.91% | 9.28% |
| 2018 | 74.70% | 6.12% | 8.75% | 7.78% |
| 2019 | 73.89% | 6.53% | 8.10% | 8.69% |
| 2020 | 71.54% | 6.02% | 8.75% | 8.96% |
| 2021 | 70.43% | 6.36% | 8.83% | 9.39% |
Senior lead operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian senior lead operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino senior lead operators have the lowest average salary at $66,723.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $70,674 |
| White | $70,339 |
| Black or African American | $67,010 |
| Asian | $78,631 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $66,723 |
Average senior lead operator age
See how the average age of senior lead operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Senior lead operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 46 |
| Unknown | 44 | 43 |
| Asian | 42 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40 |
| White | 44 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 48.5 |
Senior lead operator age breakdown
The average age of senior lead operators is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the senior lead operator population.
Senior lead operator age breakdown
| Senior Lead Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Senior lead operator educational attainment
The most common degree for senior lead operators is bachelor's degree, with 57% of senior lead operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 57%
- Associate, 21%
- High School Diploma, 11%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Senior lead operators by degree level
| Senior lead operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 57% |
| Associate | 21% |
| High School Diploma | 11% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Senior lead operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior lead operators with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $91,640 annually. With a Master's degree, senior lead operators earn a median annual income of $89,057 compared to $75,930 for senior lead operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $89,057 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $75,930 |
| Doctorate Degree | $91,640 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $60,200 |
Senior lead operator employment statistics
Most senior lead operators work for a public in the technology industry.
Company size where senior lead operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior lead operators work.
Senior lead operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 38% |
Senior lead operator jobs by company type
Employees with the senior lead operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior lead operators prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Senior lead operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 52% |
| Private | 44% |
| Government | 3% |
Senior lead operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for senior lead operators are technology, manufacturing and finance.
Senior lead operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Technology | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Energy | 8% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Senior lead operator turnover and employment statistics
Senior lead operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior lead operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior lead operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior lead operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.91% |
| 2011 | 6.00% |
| 2012 | 5.43% |
| 2013 | 4.38% |
| 2014 | 4.31% |
| 2015 | 3.33% |
| 2016 | 3.41% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 2.68% |
| 2019 | 2.51% |
| 2020 | 3.52% |
| 2021 | 3.70% |
Average senior lead operator tenure
The average senior lead operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,099 senior lead operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior lead operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Senior lead operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior lead 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimator | 4.41% | 14,570 |
| Logistics Specialist | 8.65% | 35,753 |
| Recruit Officer | 8.93% | 59,100 |
| Content Analyst | 10.00% | 52,858 |
| Senior Lead Operator | 11.05% | - |
| Compliance Specialist | 11.64% | 34,610 |
| Philanthropy Chairperson | 19.25% | 943 |
Similar senior lead operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimator | 4.41% | 14,570 |
| Logistics Specialist | 8.65% | 35,753 |
| Recruit Officer | 8.93% | 59,100 |
| Content Analyst | 10.00% | 52,858 |
| Compliance Specialist | 11.64% | 34,610 |
| Philanthropy Chairperson | 19.25% | 943 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior lead operators
The most common foreign language among senior lead operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 9.1% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Arabic, 9.1%
- Carrier, 9.1%
- Chinese, 4.5%
- Vietnamese, 4.5%
- Other, 22.8%
Senior lead operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Arabic | 9.1% |
| Carrier | 9.1% |
| Chinese | 4.5% |
| Vietnamese | 4.5% |
| Other | 22.8% |
