Torch cutter demographics and statistics in the US
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Torch cutter gender statistics
3.7% of torch cutters are women and 96.3% of torch cutters are men.
- Male, 96.3%
- Female, 3.7%
Torch cutter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.3% |
| Female | 3.7% |
Torch cutter gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,049
Female income
$29,315
Torch cutter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in torch cutter positions over time. Currently, 3.7% of torch cutters are female.
Torch cutter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.36% | 3.64% |
| 2011 | 96.45% | 3.55% |
| 2012 | 95.84% | 4.16% |
| 2013 | 96.21% | 3.79% |
| 2014 | 96.34% | 3.66% |
| 2015 | 96.67% | 3.33% |
| 2016 | 96.55% | 3.45% |
| 2017 | 96.45% | 3.55% |
| 2018 | 96.00% | 4.00% |
| 2019 | 95.83% | 4.17% |
| 2020 | 95.85% | 4.15% |
| 2021 | 96.33% | 3.67% |
Torch cutter related jobs gender ratio
We compared torch cutters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Torch Cutter | 96% | 4% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Torch cutter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among torch cutters is White, which makes up 58.6% of all torch cutters. Comparatively, 23.7% of torch cutters are Hispanic or Latino and 9.7% of torch cutters are Black or African American.
- White, 58.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.7%
- Black or African American, 9.7%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Asian, 2.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.4%
Torch cutter race
| Torch cutter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.7% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Asian | 2.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.4% |
Torch cutter race and ethnicity over time
See how torch cutter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Torch cutter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.31% | 10.48% | 3.24% | 21.41% |
| 2011 | 62.85% | 10.34% | 2.72% | 21.03% |
| 2012 | 63.09% | 10.34% | 2.80% | 20.39% |
| 2013 | 62.67% | 10.31% | 2.84% | 21.56% |
| 2014 | 62.72% | 10.63% | 2.61% | 21.48% |
| 2015 | 61.95% | 10.36% | 2.63% | 22.17% |
| 2016 | 62.35% | 10.56% | 2.77% | 21.56% |
| 2017 | 62.99% | 9.25% | 2.82% | 21.71% |
| 2018 | 63.22% | 9.19% | 2.51% | 21.90% |
| 2019 | 63.53% | 9.35% | 2.81% | 21.54% |
| 2020 | 60.68% | 9.78% | 2.34% | 21.84% |
| 2021 | 58.55% | 9.67% | 2.82% | 23.69% |
Torch cutter wage gap by race
According to our data, white torch cutters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american torch cutters have the lowest average salary at $32,648.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,765 |
| White | $34,909 |
| Black or African American | $32,648 |
| Asian | $34,687 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,284 |
Average torch cutter age
See how the average age of torch cutters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Torch cutter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 46.5 |
| Unknown | 36 | 35.5 |
| Asian | 50 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 47 |
| White | 39 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39.5 |
Torch cutter age breakdown
The average age of torch cutters is 40+ years years old, representing 51% of the torch cutter population.
Torch cutter age breakdown
| Torch Cutter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 51% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Torch cutter educational attainment
The most common degree for torch cutters is high school diploma, with 57% of torch cutters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 24% and diploma degree at 8%.
- High School Diploma, 57%
- Diploma, 24%
- Associate, 8%
- Bachelor's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Torch cutters by degree level
| Torch cutter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 57% |
| Diploma | 24% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Bachelor's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Torch cutter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, torch cutters with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $36,490 annually. With a Associate degree, torch cutters earn a median annual income of $35,133 compared to $34,160 for torch cutters with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,160 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,490 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,133 |
Torch cutter employment statistics
Company size where torch cutters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where torch cutters work.
Torch cutter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 25% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Torch cutter jobs by industry
The most common industries for torch cutters are manufacturing, transportation and professional.
Torch cutter industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% |
| Transportation | 15% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Energy | 13% |
| Construction | 13% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
Torch cutter turnover and employment statistics
Torch cutter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for torch cutters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Torch cutter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Torch cutter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.84% |
| 2011 | 12.42% |
| 2012 | 10.02% |
| 2013 | 8.95% |
| 2014 | 6.75% |
| 2015 | 6.41% |
| 2016 | 6.74% |
| 2017 | 5.37% |
| 2018 | 4.24% |
| 2019 | 4.83% |
| 2020 | 7.11% |
| 2021 | 6.82% |
Average torch cutter tenure
The average torch cutter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 111 torch cutters resumes in Zippia's database.
Torch cutter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 1% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Torch cutter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of torch cutters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Torch Cutter | 2.57% | - |
| Die Cutter Apprentice | 2.99% | 11,230 |
| Tempering Oven Operator | 3.20% | 29,829 |
| Tool Room Machinist | 3.26% | 41,699 |
| Roller | 3.27% | 881 |
| Precision Machine Operator | 5.87% | 54,511 |
| Key Sander | 6.48% | 9,355 |
Similar torch cutter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Die Cutter Apprentice | 2.99% | 11,230 |
| Tempering Oven Operator | 3.20% | 29,829 |
| Tool Room Machinist | 3.26% | 41,699 |
| Roller | 3.27% | 881 |
| Precision Machine Operator | 5.87% | 54,511 |
| Key Sander | 6.48% | 9,355 |
Foreign languages spoken by torch cutters
- Dakota, 100.0%
Torch cutter languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Dakota | 100.0% |