Torch operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Torch operator gender statistics
5.5% of torch operators are women and 94.5% of torch operators are men.
- Male, 94.5%
- Female, 5.5%
Torch operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 94.5% |
| Female | 5.5% |
Torch operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,920
Female income
$38,512
Torch operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in torch operator positions over time. Currently, 5.5% of torch operators are female.
Torch operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.63% | 5.37% |
| 2011 | 94.46% | 5.54% |
| 2012 | 95.22% | 4.78% |
| 2013 | 95.34% | 4.66% |
| 2014 | 95.04% | 4.96% |
| 2015 | 95.68% | 4.32% |
| 2016 | 95.22% | 4.78% |
| 2017 | 94.47% | 5.53% |
| 2018 | 94.39% | 5.61% |
| 2019 | 94.93% | 5.07% |
| 2020 | 94.28% | 5.72% |
| 2021 | 94.55% | 5.45% |
Torch operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared torch operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Torch Operator | 95% | 5% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Torch operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among torch operators is White, which makes up 62.5% of all torch operators. Comparatively, 15.8% of torch operators are Hispanic or Latino and 14.4% of torch operators are Black or African American.
- White, 62.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.8%
- Black or African American, 14.4%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Torch operator race
| Torch operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.8% |
| Black or African American | 14.4% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Torch operator race and ethnicity over time
See how torch operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Torch operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.22% | 14.67% | 2.14% | 13.59% |
| 2011 | 65.95% | 14.63% | 2.11% | 15.08% |
| 2012 | 66.61% | 14.37% | 2.04% | 14.61% |
| 2013 | 66.23% | 14.06% | 2.22% | 14.98% |
| 2014 | 66.15% | 13.90% | 2.48% | 14.80% |
| 2015 | 67.61% | 12.62% | 2.10% | 15.24% |
| 2016 | 65.06% | 15.46% | 2.00% | 15.05% |
| 2017 | 66.60% | 13.43% | 2.19% | 15.30% |
| 2018 | 65.11% | 14.10% | 2.62% | 15.40% |
| 2019 | 68.04% | 12.73% | 2.27% | 14.17% |
| 2020 | 62.83% | 14.75% | 2.53% | 14.61% |
| 2021 | 62.47% | 14.45% | 2.24% | 15.79% |
Torch operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian torch operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american torch operators have the lowest average salary at $38,039.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,976 |
| White | $38,949 |
| Black or African American | $38,039 |
| Asian | $39,851 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,808 |
Average torch operator age
See how the average age of torch operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Torch operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Torch operator age breakdown
The average age of torch operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the torch operator population.
Torch operator age breakdown
| Torch Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Torch operator educational attainment
The most common degree for torch operators is high school diploma, with 44% of torch operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 15% and diploma degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Diploma, 15%
- Associate, 14%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Torch operators by degree level
| Torch operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Torch operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, torch operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $39,808 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, torch operators earn a median annual income of $39,010 compared to $38,937 for torch operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,010 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,937 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,808 |
Torch operator employment statistics
Most torch operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where torch operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where torch operators work.
Torch operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 26% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Torch operator jobs by company type
Employees with the torch operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most torch operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Torch operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 82% |
| Government | 3% |
Torch operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for torch operators are manufacturing, construction and energy.
Torch operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 30% |
| Construction | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Energy | 8% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Start-up | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Torch operator turnover and employment statistics
Torch operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for torch operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Torch operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Torch operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average torch operator tenure
The average torch operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 238 torch operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Torch operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Torch operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of torch 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Boom Crane Operator | 1.94% | 30,133 |
| Torch Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Limb Driver | 4.13% | 36,215 |
| Water Filter Cleaner | 4.59% | 39,581 |
| Floor Helper | 4.67% | 29,622 |
| Package Wrapper | 6.68% | 15,655 |
| Take Away Worker | 10.43% | 19,852 |
Similar torch operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Boom Crane Operator | 1.94% | 30,133 |
| Limb Driver | 4.13% | 36,215 |
| Water Filter Cleaner | 4.59% | 39,581 |
| Floor Helper | 4.67% | 29,622 |
| Package Wrapper | 6.68% | 15,655 |
| Take Away Worker | 10.43% | 19,852 |
Foreign languages spoken by torch operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Torch operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |