Tower technician demographics and statistics in the US
Tower technician demographics research summary. Zippia estimates tower technician demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our tower technician estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about tower technicians after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 12,085 tower technicians currently employed in the United States.
- 3.1% of all tower technicians are women, while 96.9% are men.
- The average tower technician age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of tower technicians is White (57.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18.6%), Black or African American (11.8%) and Asian (6.3%).
- Tower technicians are most in-demand in Charlotte, NC.
- The construction industry is the highest-paying for tower technicians.
- 6% of all tower technicians are LGBT.
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Tower technician demographics by:
Tower technician gender statistics
3.1% of tower technicians are women and 96.9% of tower technicians are men.
- Male, 96.9%
- Female, 3.1%
Tower technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.9% |
| Female | 3.1% |
Tower technician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,021
Female income
$36,944
Tower technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in tower technician positions over time. Currently, 3.1% of tower technicians are female.
Tower technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.46% | 4.54% |
| 2011 | 96.09% | 3.91% |
| 2012 | 96.22% | 3.78% |
| 2013 | 96.53% | 3.47% |
| 2014 | 96.27% | 3.73% |
| 2015 | 96.93% | 3.07% |
| 2016 | 96.73% | 3.27% |
| 2017 | 96.68% | 3.32% |
| 2018 | 96.60% | 3.40% |
| 2019 | 97.31% | 2.69% |
| 2020 | 97.37% | 2.63% |
| 2021 | 96.92% | 3.08% |
Tower technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared tower technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, cable television technician and electric motor mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Facility Examiner | 27% | 73% |
| Tower Technician | 97% | 3% |
| Radio Repairman | 98% | 2% |
| Electric Motor Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Cable Television Technician | 99% | 1% |
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Tower technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among tower technicians is White, which makes up 57.8% of all tower technicians. Comparatively, 18.6% of tower technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 11.8% of tower technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 57.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.6%
- Black or African American, 11.8%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Unknown, 4.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Tower technician race
| Tower technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.6% |
| Black or African American | 11.8% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 4.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Tower technician race and ethnicity over time
See how tower technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Tower technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.28% | 11.01% | 4.17% | 16.49% |
| 2011 | 67.20% | 10.40% | 3.97% | 15.54% |
| 2012 | 65.56% | 10.78% | 4.29% | 16.44% |
| 2013 | 65.11% | 11.49% | 5.03% | 15.31% |
| 2014 | 65.56% | 11.34% | 4.30% | 15.84% |
| 2015 | 63.73% | 10.67% | 5.04% | 17.83% |
| 2016 | 63.43% | 10.84% | 5.05% | 18.26% |
| 2017 | 62.77% | 11.49% | 5.79% | 17.55% |
| 2018 | 62.15% | 9.83% | 4.80% | 20.17% |
| 2019 | 62.78% | 9.86% | 4.85% | 19.16% |
| 2020 | 60.65% | 10.85% | 4.38% | 19.36% |
| 2021 | 57.81% | 11.83% | 6.32% | 18.64% |
Tower technician wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown tower technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian tower technicians have the lowest average salary at $36,636.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,068 |
| White | $38,592 |
| Black or African American | $37,423 |
| Asian | $36,636 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,436 |
Average tower technician age
See how the average age of tower technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Tower technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | |
| White | 47 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 45.5 | 50 |
| Asian | 48 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42.5 | 44 |
Tower technician age breakdown
The average age of tower technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the tower technician population.
Tower technician age breakdown
| Tower Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Tower technician educational attainment
The most common degree for tower technicians is high school diploma, with 41% of tower technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 41%
- Associate, 20%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Diploma, 14%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Tower technicians by degree level
| Tower technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 41% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Diploma | 14% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Tower technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, tower technicians with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $38,759 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, tower technicians earn a median annual income of $38,605 compared to $36,784 for tower technicians with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,784 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,605 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,759 |
Tower technician employment statistics
Most tower technicians work for a private in the telecommunication industry.
Company size where tower technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where tower technicians work.
Tower technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Tower technician jobs by company type
Employees with the tower technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most tower technicians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Tower technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 80% |
| Government | 2% |
Tower technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for tower technicians are telecommunication, technology and professional.
Tower technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Telecommunication | 22% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Construction | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Tower technician turnover and employment statistics
Tower technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for tower technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Tower technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Tower technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.46% |
| 2011 | 6.44% |
| 2012 | 6.31% |
| 2013 | 4.97% |
| 2014 | 4.71% |
| 2015 | 3.35% |
| 2016 | 5.60% |
| 2017 | 3.36% |
| 2018 | 2.03% |
| 2019 | 2.89% |
| 2020 | 3.52% |
| 2021 | 4.66% |
Average tower technician tenure
The average tower technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,404 tower technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Tower technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 38% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Tower technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of tower technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Equipment Repairer | 3.37% | 20,365 |
| Security Technician | 4.35% | 92,807 |
| Satellite Installation Technician | 4.78% | 105,288 |
| Tower Technician | 6.00% | - |
| Office Machine Mechanic | 6.67% | 94,703 |
| Rewinder | 7.96% | 133 |
Similar tower technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Equipment Repairer | 3.37% | 20,365 |
| Security Technician | 4.35% | 92,807 |
| Satellite Installation Technician | 4.78% | 105,288 |
| Office Machine Mechanic | 6.67% | 94,703 |
| Rewinder | 7.96% | 133 |
Foreign languages spoken by tower technicians
The most common foreign language among tower technicians is Spanish at 59.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 12.8% and French is the third-most popular at 6.4%.
- Spanish, 59.6%
- Carrier, 12.8%
- French, 6.4%
- German, 4.3%
- Polish, 4.3%
- Other, 12.6%
Tower technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 59.6% |
| Carrier | 12.8% |
| French | 6.4% |
| German | 4.3% |
| Polish | 4.3% |
| Other | 12.6% |
