Skidder operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Skidder operator gender statistics
5.0% of skidder operators are women and 95.0% of skidder operators are men.
- Male, 95.0%
- Female, 5.0%
Skidder operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.0% |
| Female | 5.0% |
Skidder operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,597
Female income
$39,143
Skidder operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in skidder operator positions over time. Currently, 5.0% of skidder operators are female.
Skidder operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.11% | 4.89% |
| 2011 | 94.95% | 5.05% |
| 2012 | 95.64% | 4.36% |
| 2013 | 95.76% | 4.24% |
| 2014 | 95.48% | 4.52% |
| 2015 | 96.06% | 3.94% |
| 2016 | 95.65% | 4.35% |
| 2017 | 94.96% | 5.04% |
| 2018 | 94.88% | 5.12% |
| 2019 | 95.38% | 4.62% |
| 2020 | 94.78% | 5.22% |
| 2021 | 95.03% | 4.97% |
Skidder operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared skidder 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% |
| Skidder Operator | 95% | 5% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Skidder operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among skidder operators is White, which makes up 65.6% of all skidder operators. Comparatively, 14.2% of skidder operators are Hispanic or Latino and 13.2% of skidder operators are Black or African American.
- White, 65.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 13.2%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 2.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Skidder operator race
| Skidder operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 13.2% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 2.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Skidder operator race and ethnicity over time
See how skidder operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Skidder operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.34% | 13.38% | 2.05% | 11.96% |
| 2011 | 69.07% | 13.34% | 2.02% | 13.45% |
| 2012 | 69.73% | 13.07% | 1.95% | 12.98% |
| 2013 | 69.35% | 12.77% | 2.13% | 13.34% |
| 2014 | 69.27% | 12.61% | 2.38% | 13.17% |
| 2015 | 70.73% | 11.33% | 2.01% | 13.60% |
| 2016 | 68.17% | 14.17% | 1.91% | 13.41% |
| 2017 | 69.72% | 12.13% | 2.10% | 13.67% |
| 2018 | 68.22% | 12.81% | 2.53% | 13.77% |
| 2019 | 71.16% | 11.44% | 2.17% | 12.54% |
| 2020 | 65.95% | 13.46% | 2.44% | 12.97% |
| 2021 | 65.59% | 13.16% | 2.15% | 14.16% |
Skidder operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian skidder operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american skidder operators have the lowest average salary at $38,617.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,659 |
| White | $39,629 |
| Black or African American | $38,617 |
| Asian | $40,634 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,472 |
Average skidder operator age
See how the average age of skidder operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Skidder 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 |
Skidder operator age breakdown
The average age of skidder operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the skidder operator population.
Skidder operator age breakdown
| Skidder Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Skidder operator educational attainment
The most common degree for skidder operators is high school diploma, with 57% of skidder operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 16% and diploma degree at 9%.
- High School Diploma, 57%
- Diploma, 16%
- Associate, 9%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Skidder operators by degree level
| Skidder operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 57% |
| Diploma | 16% |
| Associate | 9% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Skidder operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, skidder operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $40,586 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, skidder operators earn a median annual income of $39,697 compared to $39,615 for skidder operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,697 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,615 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,586 |
Skidder operator employment statistics
Most skidder operators work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where skidder operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where skidder operators work.
Skidder operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 35% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Skidder operator jobs by company type
Employees with the skidder operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most skidder operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Skidder operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 82% |
| Government | 5% |
Skidder operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for skidder operators are professional, manufacturing and construction.
Skidder operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 16% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Construction | 13% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Government | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
Skidder operator turnover and employment statistics
Skidder operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for skidder operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Skidder operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Skidder 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 skidder operator tenure
The average skidder operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 525 skidder operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Skidder operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Skidder operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of skidder 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Boom Operator | 1.94% | 31,804 |
| Skidder Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Trash Collector | 4.13% | 3,364 |
| Still Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,497 |
| Lumper | 4.67% | 63,510 |
| Apple Packing Header | 6.68% | 614 |
| Dryer Feeder | 10.43% | 627 |
Similar skidder operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Boom Operator | 1.94% | 31,804 |
| Trash Collector | 4.13% | 3,364 |
| Still Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,497 |
| Lumper | 4.67% | 63,510 |
| Apple Packing Header | 6.68% | 614 |
| Dryer Feeder | 10.43% | 627 |
