Shift commander demographics and statistics in the US
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Shift commander gender statistics
11.8% of shift commanders are women and 88.2% of shift commanders are men.
- Male, 88.2%
- Female, 11.8%
Shift commander gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 88.2% |
| Female | 11.8% |
Shift commander gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,440
Female income
$39,676
Shift commander gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shift commander positions over time. Currently, 11.8% of shift commanders are female.
Shift commander gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.44% | 12.56% |
| 2011 | 87.11% | 12.89% |
| 2012 | 89.76% | 10.24% |
| 2013 | 89.02% | 10.98% |
| 2014 | 87.18% | 12.82% |
| 2015 | 87.76% | 12.24% |
| 2016 | 88.42% | 11.58% |
| 2017 | 88.19% | 11.81% |
| 2018 | 88.04% | 11.96% |
| 2019 | 89.34% | 10.66% |
| 2020 | 86.76% | 13.24% |
| 2021 | 88.17% | 11.83% |
Shift commander related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Shift Commander | 88% | 12% |
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Shift commander demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shift commanders is White, which makes up 66.2% of all shift commanders. Comparatively, 14.8% of shift commanders are Hispanic or Latino and 12.0% of shift commanders are Black or African American.
- White, 66.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.8%
- Black or African American, 12.0%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Shift commander race
| Shift commander race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.8% |
| Black or African American | 12.0% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Shift commander race and ethnicity over time
See how shift commander racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shift commander race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.97% | 11.06% | 1.18% | 12.33% |
| 2011 | 70.68% | 12.73% | 0.90% | 13.01% |
| 2012 | 71.62% | 12.05% | 1.57% | 11.79% |
| 2013 | 70.15% | 13.96% | 1.60% | 11.46% |
| 2014 | 69.64% | 13.78% | 1.40% | 13.20% |
| 2015 | 70.30% | 13.50% | 1.34% | 12.04% |
| 2016 | 68.89% | 15.05% | 1.03% | 12.82% |
| 2017 | 69.70% | 12.40% | 1.81% | 13.20% |
| 2018 | 69.72% | 12.50% | 1.18% | 13.95% |
| 2019 | 68.76% | 10.62% | 1.75% | 14.95% |
| 2020 | 67.01% | 10.97% | 2.02% | 14.92% |
| 2021 | 66.15% | 12.00% | 1.77% | 14.80% |
Shift commander wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino shift commanders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown shift commanders have the lowest average salary at $39,649.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,649 |
| White | $40,384 |
| Black or African American | $39,754 |
| Asian | $43,490 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,146 |
Average shift commander age
See how the average age of shift commanders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shift commander age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | |
| White | 47 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 41.5 |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 53.5 |
Shift commander age breakdown
The average age of shift commanders is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the shift commander population.
Shift commander age breakdown
| Shift Commander Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 1% |
Shift commander educational attainment
The most common degree for shift commanders is bachelor's degree, with 47% of shift commanders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 47%
- Associate, 25%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Shift commanders by degree level
| Shift commander degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 47% |
| Associate | 25% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Shift commander wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shift commanders with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $45,263 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, shift commanders earn a median annual income of $43,266 compared to $38,321 for shift commanders with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $45,263 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,958 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,266 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,321 |
Shift commander employment statistics
Most shift commanders work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where shift commanders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where shift commanders work.
Shift commander jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Shift commander jobs by company type
Employees with the shift commander job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most shift commanders prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Shift commander jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 12% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 37% |
| Government | 45% |
Shift commander jobs by industry
The most common industries for shift commanders are government, education and professional.
Shift commander industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 44% |
| Education | 12% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Utilities | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Shift commander turnover and employment statistics
Shift commander unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shift commanders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shift commander unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shift commander unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.01% |
| 2011 | 1.35% |
| 2012 | 1.64% |
| 2013 | 1.96% |
| 2014 | 1.46% |
| 2015 | 1.58% |
| 2016 | 1.04% |
| 2017 | 0.77% |
| 2018 | 0.86% |
| 2019 | 0.93% |
| 2020 | 0.81% |
| 2021 | 0.90% |
Average shift commander tenure
The average shift commander stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 700 shift commanders resumes in Zippia's database.
Shift commander tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 8% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 22% |
Shift commander LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shift commanders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Prevention Officer | 6.87% | 95,369 |
| Sugar House Supervisor | 6.90% | 25,571 |
| Shift Commander | 10.94% | - |
| Correctional Officer Lieutenant | 18.30% | 55,981 |
Similar shift commander jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Prevention Officer | 6.87% | 95,369 |
| Sugar House Supervisor | 6.90% | 25,571 |
| Correctional Officer Lieutenant | 18.30% | 55,981 |
Foreign languages spoken by shift commanders
The most common foreign language among shift commanders is Spanish at 60.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Romanian at 10.0% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 60.0%
- Romanian, 10.0%
- Arabic, 10.0%
- Cheyenne, 10.0%
- French, 10.0%
Shift commander languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.0% |
| Romanian | 10.0% |
| Arabic | 10.0% |
| Cheyenne | 10.0% |
| French | 10.0% |
