Traffic operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Traffic operator gender statistics
39.8% of traffic operators are women and 60.2% of traffic operators are men.
- Male, 60.2%
- Female, 39.8%
Traffic operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 60.2% |
| Female | 39.8% |
Traffic operator gender pay gap
Women earn $1.00 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,927
Female income
$38,055
Traffic operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in traffic operator positions over time. Currently, 39.8% of traffic operators are female.
Traffic operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.54% | 39.46% |
| 2011 | 64.65% | 35.35% |
| 2012 | 63.27% | 36.73% |
| 2013 | 60.38% | 39.62% |
| 2014 | 61.50% | 38.50% |
| 2015 | 56.25% | 43.75% |
| 2016 | 60.44% | 39.56% |
| 2017 | 60.51% | 39.49% |
| 2018 | 60.88% | 39.12% |
| 2019 | 56.04% | 43.96% |
| 2020 | 58.32% | 41.68% |
| 2021 | 60.18% | 39.82% |
Traffic operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared traffic operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, general road foreman and plant superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Assistant/Human Resources | 7% | 93% |
| Office Manager Of Human Resources | 10% | 90% |
| Business Office Manager | 15% | 85% |
| Traffic Operator | 60% | 40% |
| Maintenance Director | 97% | 3% |
| Plant Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| General Road Foreman | 97% | 3% |
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Traffic operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among traffic operators is White, which makes up 58.9% of all traffic operators. Comparatively, 18.8% of traffic operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.4% of traffic operators are Black or African American.
- White, 58.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.8%
- Black or African American, 11.4%
- Asian, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Traffic operator race
| Traffic operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.4% |
| Asian | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Traffic operator race and ethnicity over time
See how traffic operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Traffic operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.89% | 10.89% | 4.22% | 14.77% |
| 2011 | 66.73% | 11.02% | 4.75% | 15.46% |
| 2012 | 67.63% | 10.92% | 3.63% | 15.89% |
| 2013 | 67.75% | 10.02% | 4.83% | 15.17% |
| 2014 | 68.81% | 10.42% | 4.37% | 14.42% |
| 2015 | 66.65% | 10.79% | 4.38% | 15.89% |
| 2016 | 66.46% | 11.20% | 4.07% | 16.31% |
| 2017 | 65.64% | 10.61% | 4.62% | 17.06% |
| 2018 | 66.50% | 9.32% | 4.39% | 17.93% |
| 2019 | 65.67% | 10.11% | 4.99% | 16.66% |
| 2020 | 64.42% | 10.18% | 4.75% | 16.60% |
| 2021 | 58.93% | 11.35% | 6.16% | 18.84% |
Traffic operator wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino traffic operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american traffic operators have the lowest average salary at $36,220.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,055 |
| White | $38,664 |
| Black or African American | $36,220 |
| Asian | $37,930 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,823 |
Average traffic operator age
See how the average age of traffic operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Traffic operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 42 | 44.5 |
| White | 46 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 47 | 48 |
| Asian | 44 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Traffic operator age breakdown
The average age of traffic operators is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the traffic operator population.
Traffic operator age breakdown
| Traffic Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Traffic operator educational attainment
The most common degree for traffic operators is bachelor's degree, with 52% of traffic operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 52%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Traffic operators by degree level
| Traffic operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 52% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Traffic operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, traffic operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $49,348 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, traffic operators earn a median annual income of $40,612 compared to $34,703 for traffic operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $49,348 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,220 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,612 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,703 |
Traffic operator employment statistics
Most traffic operators work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where traffic operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where traffic operators work.
Traffic operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Traffic operator jobs by company type
Employees with the traffic operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most traffic operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Traffic operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 29% |
| Private | 41% |
| Government | 26% |
Traffic operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for traffic operators are government, professional and media.
Traffic operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 22% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Media | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Traffic operator turnover and employment statistics
Traffic operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for traffic operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Traffic operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Traffic operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.25% |
| 2011 | 7.50% |
| 2012 | 5.72% |
| 2013 | 5.11% |
| 2014 | 3.21% |
| 2015 | 3.28% |
| 2016 | 2.47% |
| 2017 | 2.30% |
| 2018 | 2.28% |
| 2019 | 2.07% |
| 2020 | 3.54% |
| 2021 | 4.63% |
Average traffic operator tenure
The average traffic operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 249 traffic operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Traffic operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Traffic operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of traffic 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Director | 4.78% | 52,849 |
| Traffic Operator | 5.19% | - |
| County Treasurer | 10.51% | 498 |
| Enterprise Integration Manager | 11.01% | 46,395 |
| Purchasing Project Manager | 11.39% | 115,356 |
| Leadership Development Program Manager | 17.60% | 116,518 |
| Corporate Director, Human Resources | 17.78% | 57,275 |
Similar traffic operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Director | 4.78% | 52,849 |
| County Treasurer | 10.51% | 498 |
| Enterprise Integration Manager | 11.01% | 46,395 |
| Purchasing Project Manager | 11.39% | 115,356 |
| Leadership Development Program Manager | 17.60% | 116,518 |
| Corporate Director, Human Resources | 17.78% | 57,275 |
Foreign languages spoken by traffic operators
The most common foreign language among traffic operators is Spanish at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 20.0% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 40.0%
- French, 20.0%
- Portuguese, 6.7%
- Chinese, 6.7%
- German, 6.7%
- Other, 19.9%
Traffic operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| French | 20.0% |
| Portuguese | 6.7% |
| Chinese | 6.7% |
| German | 6.7% |
| Other | 19.9% |
