Spreader operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Spreader operator gender statistics
25.0% of spreader operators are women and 75.0% of spreader operators are men.
- Male, 75.0%
- Female, 25.0%
Spreader operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 75.0% |
| Female | 25.0% |
Spreader operator gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,229
Female income
$35,938
Spreader operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in spreader operator positions over time. Currently, 25.0% of spreader operators are female.
Spreader operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.10% | 36.90% |
| 2011 | 52.34% | 47.66% |
| 2012 | 55.58% | 44.42% |
| 2013 | 73.60% | 26.40% |
| 2014 | 59.65% | 40.35% |
| 2015 | 84.64% | 15.36% |
| 2016 | 84.49% | 15.51% |
| 2017 | 50.85% | 49.15% |
| 2018 | 78.32% | 21.68% |
| 2019 | 75.83% | 24.17% |
| 2020 | 75.12% | 24.88% |
| 2021 | 75.00% | 25.00% |
Spreader operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared spreader operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Spreader Operator | 75% | 25% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Spreader operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among spreader operators is White, which makes up 74.2% of all spreader operators. Comparatively, 12.7% of spreader operators are Hispanic or Latino and 5.8% of spreader operators are Black or African American.
- White, 74.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.7%
- Black or African American, 5.8%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.0%
- Asian, 0.9%
Spreader operator race
| Spreader operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 74.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.8% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.9% |
Spreader operator race and ethnicity over time
See how spreader operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Spreader operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.89% | 10.67% | 0.89% | 13.78% |
| 2011 | 67.09% | 13.50% | 0.42% | 16.46% |
| 2012 | 67.52% | 10.76% | 0.81% | 17.33% |
| 2013 | 72.44% | 3.90% | 0.81% | 17.83% |
| 2014 | 74.23% | 9.82% | 0.61% | 12.88% |
| 2015 | 73.49% | 7.23% | 1.20% | 15.66% |
| 2016 | 62.20% | 14.02% | 0.61% | 17.68% |
| 2017 | 66.67% | 11.83% | 1.61% | 16.67% |
| 2018 | 78.79% | 5.68% | 0.61% | 11.36% |
| 2019 | 79.82% | 4.69% | 0.52% | 11.71% |
| 2020 | 77.81% | 4.95% | 0.74% | 10.53% |
| 2021 | 74.21% | 5.78% | 0.90% | 12.74% |
Spreader operator wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown spreader operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american spreader operators have the lowest average salary at $36,897.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,284 |
| White | $39,616 |
| Black or African American | $36,897 |
| Asian | $40,265 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,236 |
Average spreader operator age
See how the average age of spreader operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Spreader operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49.5 | |
| Unknown | 45 | |
| Asian | 46.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 45.5 |
| White | 47 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 53 |
Spreader operator age breakdown
The average age of spreader operators is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the spreader operator population.
Spreader operator age breakdown
| Spreader Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Spreader operator educational attainment
The most common degree for spreader operators is associate degree, with 34% of spreader operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 28% and high school diploma degree at 21%.
- Associate, 34%
- High School Diploma, 28%
- Diploma, 21%
- Bachelor's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Spreader operators by degree level
| Spreader operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 34% |
| High School Diploma | 28% |
| Diploma | 21% |
| Bachelor's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Spreader operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, spreader operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $40,254 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, spreader operators earn a median annual income of $39,118 compared to $38,943 for spreader operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,943 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,118 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,254 |
Spreader operator employment statistics
Company size where spreader operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where spreader operators work.
Spreader operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Spreader operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for spreader operators are manufacturing, construction and retail.
Spreader operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 27% |
| Construction | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Retail | 13% |
| Media | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
Spreader operator turnover and employment statistics
Spreader operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for spreader operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Spreader operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Spreader operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25.65% |
| 2011 | 17.84% |
| 2012 | 18.49% |
| 2013 | 19.72% |
| 2014 | 18.03% |
| 2015 | 17.91% |
| 2016 | 10.29% |
| 2017 | 14.01% |
| 2018 | 6.46% |
| 2019 | 5.55% |
| 2020 | 8.40% |
| 2021 | 7.84% |
Average spreader operator tenure
The average spreader operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 73 spreader operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Spreader operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 23% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Spreader operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of spreader 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Liner | 1.40% | 343 |
| Sheet Rock Sander | 1.75% | 2,029 |
| Spreader Operator | 2.22% | - |
| Water Proofer | 2.24% | 4,654 |
| Airport Electrician | 2.76% | 15,439 |
| Granite Installer | 3.39% | 15,088 |
| Metal Ceiling Hanger | 4.07% | 2,825 |
Similar spreader operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Liner | 1.40% | 343 |
| Sheet Rock Sander | 1.75% | 2,029 |
| Water Proofer | 2.24% | 4,654 |
| Airport Electrician | 2.76% | 15,439 |
| Granite Installer | 3.39% | 15,088 |
| Metal Ceiling Hanger | 4.07% | 2,825 |