Shipping operator demographics and statistics in the US
Shipping operator demographics research summary. Zippia estimates shipping operator demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our shipping operator estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about shipping operators after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 330,949 shipping operators currently employed in the United States.
- 17.4% of all shipping operators are women, while 82.6% are men.
- The average shipping operator age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of shipping operators is White (56.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.1%), Black or African American (17.1%) and Unknown (4.4%).
- Shipping operators are most in-demand in Carlsbad, CA.
- The technology industry is the highest-paying for shipping operators.
- 4% of all shipping operators are LGBT.
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Shipping operator demographics by:
Shipping operator gender statistics
17.4% of shipping operators are women and 82.6% of shipping operators are men.
- Male, 82.6%
- Female, 17.4%
Shipping operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 82.6% |
| Female | 17.4% |
Shipping operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$30,059
Female income
$29,737
Shipping operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in shipping operator positions over time. Currently, 17.4% of shipping operators are female.
Shipping operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.81% | 17.19% |
| 2011 | 82.33% | 17.67% |
| 2012 | 84.47% | 15.53% |
| 2013 | 84.84% | 15.16% |
| 2014 | 83.97% | 16.03% |
| 2015 | 85.81% | 14.19% |
| 2016 | 84.49% | 15.51% |
| 2017 | 82.37% | 17.63% |
| 2018 | 82.13% | 17.87% |
| 2019 | 83.65% | 16.35% |
| 2020 | 81.82% | 18.18% |
| 2021 | 82.57% | 17.43% |
Shipping operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared shipping operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Shipping Operator | 83% | 17% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Shipping operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among shipping operators is White, which makes up 56.2% of all shipping operators. Comparatively, 19.1% of shipping operators are Hispanic or Latino and 17.1% of shipping operators are Black or African American.
- White, 56.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.1%
- Black or African American, 17.1%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Asian, 2.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Shipping operator race
| Shipping operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.1% |
| Black or African American | 17.1% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Asian | 2.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Shipping operator race and ethnicity over time
See how shipping operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Shipping operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.91% | 17.30% | 2.36% | 16.91% |
| 2011 | 59.64% | 17.25% | 2.32% | 18.40% |
| 2012 | 60.30% | 16.99% | 2.25% | 17.93% |
| 2013 | 59.92% | 16.69% | 2.43% | 18.29% |
| 2014 | 59.84% | 16.53% | 2.69% | 18.12% |
| 2015 | 61.30% | 15.24% | 2.31% | 18.55% |
| 2016 | 58.75% | 18.09% | 2.21% | 18.36% |
| 2017 | 60.29% | 16.05% | 2.40% | 18.62% |
| 2018 | 58.80% | 16.73% | 2.84% | 18.72% |
| 2019 | 61.73% | 15.36% | 2.48% | 17.49% |
| 2020 | 56.52% | 17.38% | 2.74% | 17.93% |
| 2021 | 56.16% | 17.07% | 2.45% | 19.11% |
Shipping operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian shipping operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american shipping operators have the lowest average salary at $29,364.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $30,103 |
| White | $30,081 |
| Black or African American | $29,364 |
| Asian | $30,793 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,970 |
Average shipping operator age
See how the average age of shipping operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Shipping operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Shipping operator age breakdown
The average age of shipping operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the shipping operator population.
Shipping operator age breakdown
| Shipping Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Shipping operator educational attainment
The most common degree for shipping operators is high school diploma, with 44% of shipping operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 16%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 16%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Shipping operators by degree level
| Shipping operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Shipping operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, shipping operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $30,759 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, shipping operators earn a median annual income of $30,130 compared to $30,072 for shipping operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,130 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $30,072 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,759 |
Shipping operator employment statistics
Most shipping operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where shipping operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where shipping operators work.
Shipping operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Shipping operator jobs by company type
Employees with the shipping operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most shipping operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Shipping operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 62% |
| Government | 2% |
Shipping operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for shipping operators are manufacturing, retail and construction.
Shipping operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Retail | 12% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Shipping operator turnover and employment statistics
Shipping operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for shipping operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shipping operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Shipping operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average shipping operator tenure
The average shipping operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 787 shipping operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Shipping operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Shipping operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of shipping 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Crane Operator | 1.94% | 30,861 |
| Shipping Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Recyclable Materials Sorter | 4.13% | 22,110 |
| Service Porter | 4.59% | 10,027 |
| Box Worker | 4.67% | 22,926 |
| Boxer | 6.68% | 3,030 |
| Sewing Line Baler | 10.43% | 46,264 |
Similar shipping operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Crane Operator | 1.94% | 30,861 |
| Recyclable Materials Sorter | 4.13% | 22,110 |
| Service Porter | 4.59% | 10,027 |
| Box Worker | 4.67% | 22,926 |
| Boxer | 6.68% | 3,030 |
| Sewing Line Baler | 10.43% | 46,264 |
Foreign languages spoken by shipping operators
The most common foreign language among shipping operators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 12.5% and Swahili is the third-most popular at 6.3%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Chinese, 12.5%
- Swahili, 6.3%
- German, 6.3%
- Japanese, 6.3%
- Other, 18.6%
Shipping operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Chinese | 12.5% |
| Swahili | 6.3% |
| German | 6.3% |
| Japanese | 6.3% |
| Other | 18.6% |
