Shafter demographics and statistics in the US
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Shafter gender statistics
7.4% of shafters are women and 92.6% of shafters are men.
- Male, 92.6%
- Female, 7.4%
Shafter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.6% |
| Female | 7.4% |
Shafter gender pay gap
Women earn 85¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$53,122
Female income
$45,418
Shafter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shafter positions over time. Currently, 7.4% of shafters are female.
Shafter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.32% | 1.68% |
| 2011 | 93.54% | 6.46% |
| 2012 | 95.74% | 4.26% |
| 2013 | 96.89% | 3.11% |
| 2014 | 95.59% | 4.41% |
| 2015 | 95.88% | 4.12% |
| 2016 | 94.49% | 5.51% |
| 2017 | 91.86% | 8.14% |
| 2018 | 92.48% | 7.52% |
| 2019 | 94.96% | 5.04% |
| 2020 | 97.54% | 2.46% |
| 2021 | 92.59% | 7.41% |
Shafter related jobs gender ratio
We compared shafters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Shafter | 93% | 7% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Shafter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shafters is White, which makes up 73.1% of all shafters. Comparatively, 9.6% of shafters are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of shafters are Black or African American.
- White, 73.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.6%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.1%
Shafter race
| Shafter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 73.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.1% |
Shafter race and ethnicity over time
See how shafter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shafter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.18% | 9.01% | 2.54% | 9.30% |
| 2011 | 75.07% | 8.85% | 1.07% | 12.33% |
| 2012 | 77.26% | 9.27% | 1.32% | 10.38% |
| 2013 | 77.95% | 10.51% | 2.05% | 7.18% |
| 2014 | 77.87% | 5.74% | 0.82% | 13.39% |
| 2015 | 79.60% | 6.55% | 1.26% | 10.58% |
| 2016 | 78.06% | 9.17% | 3.06% | 6.94% |
| 2017 | 78.31% | 5.12% | 2.11% | 12.05% |
| 2018 | 81.94% | 7.33% | 3.66% | 5.76% |
| 2019 | 77.98% | 8.03% | 1.30% | 11.92% |
| 2020 | 73.52% | 7.31% | 0.91% | 11.42% |
| 2021 | 73.06% | 8.49% | 2.58% | 9.59% |
Shafter wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown shafters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american shafters have the lowest average salary at $45,533.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $56,111 |
| White | $55,612 |
| Black or African American | $45,533 |
| Asian | $55,754 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,399 |
Average shafter age
See how the average age of shafters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shafter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 49 | |
| Black or African American | 46 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46.5 |
Shafter age breakdown
The average age of shafters is 40+ years years old, representing 73% of the shafter population.
Shafter age breakdown
| Shafter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 73% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Shafter educational attainment
The most common degree for shafters is diploma, with 55% of shafters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 36% and high school diploma degree at 9%.
- Diploma, 55%
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Associate, 9%
Shafters by degree level
| Shafter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Diploma | 55% |
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Associate | 9% |
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Shafter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shafters with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $63,871 annually. With a Associate degree, shafters earn a median annual income of $61,178 compared to $49,675 for shafters with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,675 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,871 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $61,178 |
Shafter turnover and employment statistics
Shafter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shafters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shafter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shafter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.36% |
| 2011 | 7.17% |
| 2012 | 6.75% |
| 2013 | 5.94% |
| 2014 | 4.36% |
| 2015 | 5.67% |
| 2016 | 2.77% |
| 2017 | 1.45% |
| 2018 | 2.01% |
| 2019 | 0.92% |
| 2020 | 2.59% |
| 2021 | 5.24% |
Average shafter tenure
The average shafter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 28 shafters resumes in Zippia's database.
Shafter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 7% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Shafter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shafters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable Energy Technician | 1.73% | 48,774 |
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Safe Expert | 3.52% | 8,325 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Automatic Washer Mechanic | 3.71% | 68,085 |
| Shafter | 5.96% | - |
| Radiology Equipment Servicer | 8.86% | 19,096 |
Similar shafter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable Energy Technician | 1.73% | 48,774 |
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Safe Expert | 3.52% | 8,325 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Automatic Washer Mechanic | 3.71% | 68,085 |
| Radiology Equipment Servicer | 8.86% | 19,096 |