Solid waste manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Solid waste manager gender statistics
16.2% of solid waste managers are women and 83.8% of solid waste managers are men.
- Male, 83.8%
- Female, 16.2%
Solid waste manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 83.8% |
| Female | 16.2% |
Solid waste manager gender pay gap
Women earn 85¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$53,986
Female income
$45,992
Solid waste manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in solid waste manager positions over time. Currently, 16.2% of solid waste managers are female.
Solid waste manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 86.80% | 13.20% |
| 2011 | 86.97% | 13.03% |
| 2012 | 86.76% | 13.24% |
| 2013 | 87.08% | 12.92% |
| 2014 | 86.53% | 13.47% |
| 2015 | 86.43% | 13.57% |
| 2016 | 86.21% | 13.79% |
| 2017 | 85.82% | 14.18% |
| 2018 | 85.73% | 14.27% |
| 2019 | 84.56% | 15.44% |
| 2020 | 84.54% | 15.46% |
| 2021 | 83.82% | 16.18% |
Solid waste manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared solid waste managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Solid Waste Manager | 84% | 16% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Solid waste manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among solid waste managers is White, which makes up 67.1% of all solid waste managers. Comparatively, 13.0% of solid waste managers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.8% of solid waste managers are Black or African American.
- White, 67.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.0%
- Black or African American, 7.8%
- Asian, 6.8%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Solid waste manager race
| Solid waste manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.8% |
| Asian | 6.8% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Solid waste manager race and ethnicity over time
See how solid waste manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Solid waste manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.24% | 7.59% | 4.46% | 10.56% |
| 2011 | 75.47% | 7.65% | 4.42% | 10.20% |
| 2012 | 74.57% | 7.65% | 4.74% | 10.75% |
| 2013 | 74.50% | 7.35% | 5.21% | 10.65% |
| 2014 | 73.61% | 7.59% | 5.27% | 11.13% |
| 2015 | 73.01% | 7.74% | 5.52% | 11.32% |
| 2016 | 72.99% | 7.52% | 5.54% | 11.32% |
| 2017 | 72.07% | 7.53% | 6.13% | 11.64% |
| 2018 | 72.13% | 7.40% | 6.08% | 11.73% |
| 2019 | 71.56% | 7.29% | 6.01% | 12.42% |
| 2020 | 69.01% | 7.47% | 6.27% | 12.56% |
| 2021 | 67.06% | 7.75% | 6.79% | 13.02% |
Solid waste manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian solid waste managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american solid waste managers have the lowest average salary at $48,706.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,516 |
| White | $54,013 |
| Black or African American | $48,706 |
| Asian | $64,049 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,823 |
Average solid waste manager age
See how the average age of solid waste managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Solid waste manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 48 |
| Unknown | 46 | 44 |
| Asian | 43 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 43 |
| White | 48 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 | 49 |
Solid waste manager age breakdown
The average age of solid waste managers is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the solid waste manager population.
Solid waste manager age breakdown
| Solid Waste Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Solid waste manager educational attainment
The most common degree for solid waste managers is bachelor's degree, with 57% of solid waste managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 17% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 57%
- Associate, 17%
- Master's, 11%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Solid waste managers by degree level
| Solid waste manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 57% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Master's | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Solid waste manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, solid waste managers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $85,710 annually. With a Master's degree, solid waste managers earn a median annual income of $77,356 compared to $62,556 for solid waste managers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $77,356 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,133 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,556 |
| Doctorate Degree | $85,710 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,020 |
Solid waste manager employment statistics
Most solid waste managers work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where solid waste managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where solid waste managers work.
Solid waste manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 37% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Solid waste manager jobs by company type
Employees with the solid waste manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most solid waste managers prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Solid waste manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 9% |
| Private | 43% |
| Government | 41% |
Solid waste manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for solid waste managers are government, professional and manufacturing.
Solid waste manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 41% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Media | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Solid waste manager turnover and employment statistics
Solid waste manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for solid waste managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Solid waste manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Solid waste manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.97% |
| 2011 | 4.42% |
| 2012 | 3.85% |
| 2013 | 3.27% |
| 2014 | 2.84% |
| 2015 | 2.50% |
| 2016 | 2.36% |
| 2017 | 2.12% |
| 2018 | 2.02% |
| 2019 | 1.92% |
| 2020 | 3.30% |
| 2021 | 3.33% |
Average solid waste manager tenure
The average solid waste manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 261 solid waste managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Solid waste manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 21% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Solid waste manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of solid waste managers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Director Construction Services | 4.08% | 82,948 |
| Card Room Manager | 8.19% | 27,770 |
| Funeral Home Manager | 9.30% | 46,129 |
| Solid Waste Manager | 9.67% | - |
| Mobile Home Park Manager | 11.54% | 47,667 |
| Public Health Doctor | 11.66% | 55,728 |
| Communications/Outreach Manager | 14.16% | 22,438 |
Similar solid waste manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Director Construction Services | 4.08% | 82,948 |
| Card Room Manager | 8.19% | 27,770 |
| Funeral Home Manager | 9.30% | 46,129 |
| Mobile Home Park Manager | 11.54% | 47,667 |
| Public Health Doctor | 11.66% | 55,728 |
| Communications/Outreach Manager | 14.16% | 22,438 |
Foreign languages spoken by solid waste managers
The most common foreign language among solid waste managers is Spanish at 60.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Deseret at 20.0% and French is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Spanish, 60.0%
- Deseret, 20.0%
- French, 20.0%
Solid waste manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.0% |
| Deseret | 20.0% |
| French | 20.0% |