Street light mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Street light mechanic gender statistics
8.2% of street light mechanics are women and 91.8% of street light mechanics are men.
- Male, 91.8%
- Female, 8.2%
Street light mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.8% |
| Female | 8.2% |
Street light mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,642
Female income
$42,003
Street light mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in street light mechanic positions over time. Currently, 8.2% of street light mechanics are female.
Street light mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.96% | 5.04% |
| 2011 | 92.95% | 7.05% |
| 2012 | 92.84% | 7.16% |
| 2013 | 95.11% | 4.89% |
| 2014 | 92.28% | 7.72% |
| 2015 | 93.43% | 6.57% |
| 2016 | 94.71% | 5.29% |
| 2017 | 89.94% | 10.06% |
| 2018 | 92.80% | 7.20% |
| 2019 | 90.54% | 9.46% |
| 2020 | 92.94% | 7.06% |
| 2021 | 91.79% | 8.21% |
Street light mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared street light mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Street Light Mechanic | 92% | 8% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Street light mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among street light mechanics is White, which makes up 63.7% of all street light mechanics. Comparatively, 17.1% of street light mechanics are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of street light mechanics are Black or African American.
- White, 63.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.1%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Asian, 5.5%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Street light mechanic race
| Street light mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Street light mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how street light mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Street light mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.65% | 9.35% | 4.92% | 12.46% |
| 2011 | 68.89% | 10.14% | 4.53% | 13.67% |
| 2012 | 68.79% | 9.56% | 4.98% | 13.94% |
| 2013 | 67.33% | 10.00% | 5.13% | 14.55% |
| 2014 | 68.96% | 9.53% | 4.71% | 14.11% |
| 2015 | 69.11% | 8.94% | 4.76% | 14.49% |
| 2016 | 69.09% | 8.94% | 4.58% | 14.62% |
| 2017 | 68.21% | 8.96% | 4.90% | 15.10% |
| 2018 | 68.98% | 8.26% | 4.99% | 14.80% |
| 2019 | 68.79% | 8.52% | 5.05% | 14.80% |
| 2020 | 64.41% | 8.43% | 5.06% | 16.56% |
| 2021 | 63.67% | 8.49% | 5.51% | 17.14% |
Street light mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, asian street light mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american street light mechanics have the lowest average salary at $43,388.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,520 |
| White | $45,053 |
| Black or African American | $43,388 |
| Asian | $46,407 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,903 |
Average street light mechanic age
See how the average age of street light mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Street light mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Street light mechanic age breakdown
The average age of street light mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the street light mechanic population.
Street light mechanic age breakdown
| Street Light Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Street light mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for street light mechanics is high school diploma, with 44% of street light mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Associate, 25%
- Diploma, 13%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Street light mechanics by degree level
| Street light mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Associate | 25% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Street light mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, street light mechanics with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $49,789 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, street light mechanics earn a median annual income of $48,080 compared to $45,334 for street light mechanics with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,334 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,080 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,789 |
Street light mechanic employment statistics
Most street light mechanics work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where street light mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where street light mechanics work.
Street light mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Street light mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the street light mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most street light mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Street light mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 7% |
Street light mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for street light mechanics are retail, automotive and manufacturing.
Street light mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 12% |
| Automotive | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Education | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Street light mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Street light mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for street light mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Street light mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Street light mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
Average street light mechanic tenure
The average street light mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 455 street light mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Street light mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Street light mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of street light mechanics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Brake Adjuster | 1.31% | 7,933 |
| Transit Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,499 |
| Street Light Mechanic | 2.20% | - |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Recreational Vehicle Mechanic | 3.57% | 35,047 |
| Refinish Technician | 3.73% | 28,813 |
| Marine Services Technician | 5.18% | 91,600 |
Similar street light mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Air Brake Adjuster | 1.31% | 7,933 |
| Transit Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,499 |
| Rocket Engine Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,704 |
| Recreational Vehicle Mechanic | 3.57% | 35,047 |
| Refinish Technician | 3.73% | 28,813 |
| Marine Services Technician | 5.18% | 91,600 |
Foreign languages spoken by street light mechanics
The most common foreign language among street light mechanics is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 12.5% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- German, 12.5%
- Portuguese, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
- Italian, 12.5%
Street light mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| German | 12.5% |
| Portuguese | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
| Italian | 12.5% |
