Teletype operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Teletype operator gender statistics
33.0% of teletype operators are women and 67.0% of teletype operators are men.
- Male, 67.0%
- Female, 33.0%
Teletype operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 67.0% |
| Female | 33.0% |
Teletype operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,365
Female income
$32,964
Teletype operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in teletype operator positions over time. Currently, 33.0% of teletype operators are female.
Teletype operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.94% | 42.06% |
| 2011 | 60.36% | 39.64% |
| 2012 | 62.05% | 37.95% |
| 2013 | 62.29% | 37.71% |
| 2014 | 63.13% | 36.87% |
| 2015 | 65.20% | 34.80% |
| 2016 | 65.75% | 34.25% |
| 2017 | 65.83% | 34.17% |
| 2018 | 66.27% | 33.73% |
| 2019 | 64.58% | 35.42% |
| 2020 | 65.80% | 34.20% |
| 2021 | 67.00% | 33.00% |
Teletype operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared teletype operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, blueprint reader and recovery operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Statistical Typist | 6% | 94% |
| Medical Typist | 7% | 93% |
| Insurance Biller | 7% | 93% |
| Teletype Operator | 67% | 33% |
| High Speed Printer Operator | 85% | 15% |
| Recovery Operator | 88% | 12% |
| Blueprint Reader | 95% | 5% |
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Teletype operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among teletype operators is White, which makes up 57.9% of all teletype operators. Comparatively, 18.6% of teletype operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.7% of teletype operators are Black or African American.
- White, 57.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.6%
- Black or African American, 11.7%
- Asian, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Teletype operator race
| Teletype operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.6% |
| Black or African American | 11.7% |
| Asian | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Teletype operator race and ethnicity over time
See how teletype operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Teletype operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.14% | 12.61% | 5.27% | 13.93% |
| 2011 | 65.04% | 13.63% | 5.42% | 13.35% |
| 2012 | 65.36% | 12.71% | 5.06% | 14.03% |
| 2013 | 64.90% | 12.82% | 5.25% | 14.30% |
| 2014 | 63.57% | 13.47% | 6.23% | 14.08% |
| 2015 | 63.33% | 13.53% | 6.02% | 14.28% |
| 2016 | 64.06% | 12.27% | 6.34% | 14.74% |
| 2017 | 64.40% | 11.53% | 5.57% | 15.33% |
| 2018 | 63.08% | 11.33% | 5.85% | 16.78% |
| 2019 | 61.78% | 12.74% | 6.85% | 15.77% |
| 2020 | 59.57% | 12.18% | 8.08% | 15.72% |
| 2021 | 57.94% | 11.68% | 6.96% | 18.59% |
Teletype operator wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american teletype operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown teletype operators have the lowest average salary at $32,853.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,853 |
| White | $33,501 |
| Black or African American | $33,746 |
| Asian | $33,294 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,435 |
Average teletype operator age
See how the average age of teletype operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Teletype operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 32 | 41 |
| White | 37 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 45 |
| Asian | 37 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32 | 39 |
Teletype operator age breakdown
The average age of teletype operators is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the teletype operator population.
Teletype operator age breakdown
| Teletype Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Teletype operator educational attainment
The most common degree for teletype operators is bachelor's degree, with 32% of teletype operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 30% and high school diploma degree at 22%.
- Bachelor's, 32%
- High School Diploma, 30%
- Associate, 22%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Teletype operators by degree level
| Teletype operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 32% |
| High School Diploma | 30% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Teletype operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, teletype operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,513 annually. With a Master's degree, teletype operators earn a median annual income of $34,371 compared to $33,298 for teletype operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $34,371 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,298 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,513 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,153 |
Teletype operator employment statistics
Most teletype operators work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where teletype operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where teletype operators work.
Teletype operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Teletype operator jobs by company type
Employees with the teletype operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most teletype operators prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Teletype operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 21% |
| Private | 43% |
| Government | 36% |
Teletype operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for teletype operators are government, finance and professional.
Teletype operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 31% |
| Finance | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Teletype operator turnover and employment statistics
Teletype operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for teletype operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Teletype operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Teletype operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.15% |
| 2011 | 11.69% |
| 2012 | 10.64% |
| 2013 | 10.06% |
| 2014 | 8.63% |
| 2015 | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 6.29% |
| 2017 | 6.00% |
| 2018 | 5.35% |
| 2019 | 5.49% |
| 2020 | 7.37% |
| 2021 | 8.42% |
Average teletype operator tenure
The average teletype operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 215 teletype operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Teletype operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 8% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 33% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Teletype operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of teletype 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Teletype Operator | 4.67% | - |
| Classification Clerk | 5.99% | 66,484 |
| Magazine Publisher | 6.98% | 2,848 |
| Trust Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 81,028 |
| Associate Finance Representative | 11.18% | 74,062 |
| Data Analysis Assistant | 11.19% | 71,399 |
| Duplicating Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,851 |
Similar teletype operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Classification Clerk | 5.99% | 66,484 |
| Magazine Publisher | 6.98% | 2,848 |
| Trust Mail Clerk | 7.17% | 81,028 |
| Associate Finance Representative | 11.18% | 74,062 |
| Data Analysis Assistant | 11.19% | 71,399 |
| Duplicating Machine Operator | 14.20% | 53,851 |
Foreign languages spoken by teletype operators
The most common foreign language among teletype operators is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Norwegian at 16.7% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Norwegian, 16.7%
- Carrier, 16.7%
Teletype operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Norwegian | 16.7% |
| Carrier | 16.7% |