Shaker demographics and statistics in the US
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Shaker gender statistics
23.3% of shakers are women and 76.7% of shakers are men.
- Male, 76.7%
- Female, 23.3%
Shaker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 76.7% |
| Female | 23.3% |
Shaker gender pay gap
Women earn 83¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,344
Female income
$34,198
Shaker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shaker positions over time. Currently, 23.3% of shakers are female.
Shaker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.52% | 24.48% |
| 2011 | 75.65% | 24.35% |
| 2012 | 75.67% | 24.33% |
| 2013 | 76.18% | 23.82% |
| 2014 | 76.50% | 23.50% |
| 2015 | 77.31% | 22.69% |
| 2016 | 76.70% | 23.30% |
| 2017 | 76.10% | 23.90% |
| 2018 | 78.00% | 22.00% |
| 2019 | 77.33% | 22.67% |
| 2020 | 76.27% | 23.73% |
| 2021 | 76.70% | 23.30% |
Shaker related jobs gender ratio
We compared shakers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Shaker | 77% | 23% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Shaker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shakers is White, which makes up 56.8% of all shakers. Comparatively, 16.1% of shakers are Hispanic or Latino and 13.4% of shakers are Black or African American.
- White, 56.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.1%
- Black or African American, 13.4%
- Asian, 8.2%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Shaker race
| Shaker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.1% |
| Black or African American | 13.4% |
| Asian | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Shaker race and ethnicity over time
See how shaker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shaker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.07% | 14.66% | 7.15% | 14.54% |
| 2011 | 61.74% | 14.81% | 7.09% | 13.66% |
| 2012 | 60.41% | 14.78% | 7.17% | 15.16% |
| 2013 | 61.64% | 14.26% | 7.01% | 14.53% |
| 2014 | 60.90% | 14.24% | 6.93% | 15.08% |
| 2015 | 61.75% | 14.23% | 7.22% | 14.04% |
| 2016 | 60.61% | 14.31% | 7.22% | 14.88% |
| 2017 | 59.64% | 14.94% | 7.35% | 15.04% |
| 2018 | 61.15% | 13.92% | 7.51% | 14.59% |
| 2019 | 62.43% | 13.51% | 7.26% | 13.87% |
| 2020 | 59.62% | 13.52% | 8.22% | 13.89% |
| 2021 | 56.81% | 13.42% | 8.23% | 16.15% |
Shaker wage gap by race
According to our data, white shakers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american shakers have the lowest average salary at $39,210.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,679 |
| White | $44,060 |
| Black or African American | $39,210 |
| Asian | $40,601 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,351 |
Average shaker age
See how the average age of shakers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shaker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 45 |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 | 50 |
Shaker age breakdown
The average age of shakers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the shaker population.
Shaker age breakdown
| Shaker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Shaker educational attainment
The most common degree for shakers is high school diploma, with 53% of shakers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 18% and bachelor's degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 53%
- Bachelor's, 18%
- Associate, 13%
- Diploma, 13%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Shakers by degree level
| Shaker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 53% |
| Bachelor's | 18% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Shaker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shakers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $47,457 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, shakers earn a median annual income of $42,343 compared to $41,024 for shakers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,457 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,494 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,343 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,024 |
Shaker employment statistics
Company size where shakers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where shakers work.
Shaker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Shaker jobs by industry
The most common industries for shakers are professional, construction and hospitality.
Shaker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 22% |
| Construction | 17% |
| Hospitality | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Utilities | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
Shaker turnover and employment statistics
Shaker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shakers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shaker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shaker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.80% |
| 2011 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 6.34% |
| 2016 | 5.52% |
| 2017 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 4.89% |
| 2019 | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 6.59% |
| 2021 | 6.08% |
Average shaker tenure
The average shaker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 366 shakers resumes in Zippia's database.
Shaker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 46% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Shaker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shakers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Shuttle Inspector | 4.47% | 20,506 |
| Capping Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,760 |
| Shaker | 4.90% | - |
| Box Nailer | 7.84% | 571 |
| Beer Cooler | 8.41% | 64 |
| Canvas Shop Labour | 8.89% | 30,380 |
| Air Brush Artist | 15.21% | 4,858 |
Similar shaker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Shuttle Inspector | 4.47% | 20,506 |
| Capping Machine Operator | 4.75% | 57,760 |
| Box Nailer | 7.84% | 571 |
| Beer Cooler | 8.41% | 64 |
| Canvas Shop Labour | 8.89% | 30,380 |
| Air Brush Artist | 15.21% | 4,858 |
Foreign languages spoken by shakers
The most common foreign language among shakers is Spanish at 28.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 14.3% and German is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 28.6%
- Chinese, 14.3%
- German, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Other, 14.2%
Shaker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 28.6% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
| German | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Other | 14.2% |
