Solar energy specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Solar energy specialist gender statistics
27.4% of solar energy specialists are women and 72.6% of solar energy specialists are men.
- Male, 72.6%
- Female, 27.4%
Solar energy specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 72.6% |
| Female | 27.4% |
Solar energy specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$64,395
Female income
$57,956
Solar energy specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in solar energy specialist positions over time. Currently, 27.4% of solar energy specialists are female.
Solar energy specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.81% | 25.19% |
| 2011 | 74.86% | 25.14% |
| 2012 | 75.69% | 24.31% |
| 2013 | 74.82% | 25.18% |
| 2014 | 73.59% | 26.41% |
| 2015 | 73.51% | 26.49% |
| 2016 | 73.81% | 26.19% |
| 2017 | 73.88% | 26.12% |
| 2018 | 72.39% | 27.61% |
| 2019 | 73.15% | 26.85% |
| 2020 | 73.23% | 26.77% |
| 2021 | 72.58% | 27.42% |
Solar energy specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared solar energy specialists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, commercial equipment and supplies sales representative and outside parts sales have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Avon Representative | 6% | 94% |
| Avon Sales Representative | 7% | 93% |
| Inside Sales Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Solar Energy Specialist | 73% | 27% |
| Factory Representative | 90% | 10% |
| Outside Parts Sales | 92% | 8% |
| Commercial Equipment And Supplies Sales Representative | 93% | 7% |
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Solar energy specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among solar energy specialists is White, which makes up 72.4% of all solar energy specialists. Comparatively, 14.6% of solar energy specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 5.2% of solar energy specialists are Asian.
- White, 72.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Asian, 5.2%
- Black or African American, 3.9%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Solar energy specialist race
| Solar energy specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Asian | 5.2% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Solar energy specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how solar energy specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Solar energy specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.25% | 3.97% | 4.34% | 11.84% |
| 2011 | 77.74% | 3.85% | 4.67% | 12.38% |
| 2012 | 77.81% | 3.76% | 4.66% | 12.26% |
| 2013 | 77.20% | 4.01% | 4.54% | 12.80% |
| 2014 | 76.30% | 4.19% | 4.62% | 13.27% |
| 2015 | 76.70% | 3.97% | 4.62% | 13.08% |
| 2016 | 76.21% | 3.69% | 4.68% | 13.68% |
| 2017 | 76.34% | 3.99% | 4.56% | 13.39% |
| 2018 | 76.01% | 3.88% | 4.68% | 13.66% |
| 2019 | 75.96% | 3.78% | 4.78% | 13.77% |
| 2020 | 74.33% | 3.89% | 4.69% | 13.59% |
| 2021 | 72.37% | 3.89% | 5.21% | 14.57% |
Solar energy specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, white solar energy specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american solar energy specialists have the lowest average salary at $56,256.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $66,884 |
| White | $69,517 |
| Black or African American | $56,256 |
| Asian | $65,250 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $64,881 |
Average solar energy specialist age
See how the average age of solar energy specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Solar energy specialist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 51.5 |
| Unknown | 46 | 39 |
| Asian | 44 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 44 |
| White | 50 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Solar energy specialist age breakdown
The average age of solar energy specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the solar energy specialist population.
Solar energy specialist age breakdown
| Solar Energy Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Solar energy specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for solar energy specialists is bachelor's degree, with 53% of solar energy specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 53%
- Associate, 18%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Solar energy specialists by degree level
| Solar energy specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 53% |
| Associate | 18% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Solar energy specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, solar energy specialists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $96,072 annually. With a Doctorate degree, solar energy specialists earn a median annual income of $89,522 compared to $79,454 for solar energy specialists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $96,072 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,071 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $79,454 |
| Doctorate Degree | $89,522 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $52,413 |
Solar energy specialist employment statistics
Most solar energy specialists work for a private in the energy industry.
Company size where solar energy specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where solar energy specialists work.
Solar energy specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Solar energy specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the solar energy specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most solar energy specialists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Solar energy specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 57% |
| Government | 6% |
Solar energy specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for solar energy specialists are energy, professional and technology.
Solar energy specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Energy | 14% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Government | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Solar energy specialist turnover and employment statistics
Solar energy specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for solar energy specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Solar energy specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Solar energy specialist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.75% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 4.91% |
| 2013 | 4.06% |
| 2014 | 3.30% |
| 2015 | 2.93% |
| 2016 | 2.45% |
| 2017 | 2.47% |
| 2018 | 2.23% |
| 2019 | 2.12% |
| 2020 | 3.95% |
| 2021 | 3.72% |
Average solar energy specialist tenure
The average solar energy specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 684 solar energy specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Solar energy specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Solar energy specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of solar energy specialists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Energy Specialist | 6.15% | - |
| Wedding Consultant | 7.00% | 5,835 |
| Lot Associate | 7.09% | 430,885 |
| Sales Support Coordinator | 7.23% | 86,112 |
| Licensed Sales Agent | 7.29% | 63,324 |
| Counter Clerk | 8.34% | 75,025 |
| Travel Coordinator | 12.49% | 22,775 |
Similar solar energy specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Consultant | 7.00% | 5,835 |
| Lot Associate | 7.09% | 430,885 |
| Sales Support Coordinator | 7.23% | 86,112 |
| Licensed Sales Agent | 7.29% | 63,324 |
| Counter Clerk | 8.34% | 75,025 |
| Travel Coordinator | 12.49% | 22,775 |
Foreign languages spoken by solar energy specialists
The most common foreign language among solar energy specialists is Spanish at 74.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 7.4% and French is the third-most popular at 7.4%.
- Spanish, 74.1%
- Portuguese, 7.4%
- French, 7.4%
- Cantonese, 3.7%
- Mandarin, 3.7%
- Other, 3.7%
Solar energy specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 74.1% |
| Portuguese | 7.4% |
| French | 7.4% |
| Cantonese | 3.7% |
| Mandarin | 3.7% |
| Other | 3.7% |
