Train dispatcher demographics and statistics in the US
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Train dispatcher gender statistics
39.3% of train dispatchers are women and 60.7% of train dispatchers are men.
- Male, 60.7%
- Female, 39.3%
Train dispatcher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 60.7% |
| Female | 39.3% |
Train dispatcher gender pay gap
Women earn 83¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$53,349
Female income
$44,132
Train dispatcher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in train dispatcher positions over time. Currently, 39.3% of train dispatchers are female.
Train dispatcher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.14% | 41.86% |
| 2011 | 58.55% | 41.45% |
| 2012 | 57.18% | 42.82% |
| 2013 | 59.21% | 40.79% |
| 2014 | 56.66% | 43.34% |
| 2015 | 60.06% | 39.94% |
| 2016 | 59.14% | 40.86% |
| 2017 | 57.92% | 42.08% |
| 2018 | 64.70% | 35.30% |
| 2019 | 65.48% | 34.52% |
| 2020 | 65.83% | 34.17% |
| 2021 | 60.69% | 39.31% |
Train dispatcher related jobs gender ratio
We compared train dispatchers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, centrifugal operator and flight information expediter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetician | 3% | 97% |
| Schedule Checker | 10% | 90% |
| Plant Clerk | 14% | 86% |
| Train Dispatcher | 61% | 39% |
| Raw Scales Operator | 95% | 5% |
| Flight Information Expediter | 95% | 5% |
| Centrifugal Operator | 96% | 4% |
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Train dispatcher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among train dispatchers is White, which makes up 62.4% of all train dispatchers. Comparatively, 17.5% of train dispatchers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.3% of train dispatchers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 10.3%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- Asian, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Train dispatcher race
| Train dispatcher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 10.3% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| Asian | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Train dispatcher race and ethnicity over time
See how train dispatcher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Train dispatcher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.41% | 9.59% | 1.82% | 10.57% |
| 2011 | 72.29% | 11.37% | 1.84% | 11.47% |
| 2012 | 72.43% | 10.81% | 2.40% | 12.06% |
| 2013 | 73.67% | 10.30% | 2.21% | 10.51% |
| 2014 | 71.75% | 11.62% | 1.92% | 12.02% |
| 2015 | 72.03% | 11.76% | 1.89% | 11.94% |
| 2016 | 72.37% | 10.12% | 3.03% | 11.86% |
| 2017 | 72.17% | 9.51% | 2.13% | 13.04% |
| 2018 | 67.67% | 11.06% | 3.56% | 15.37% |
| 2019 | 68.95% | 9.16% | 3.15% | 16.34% |
| 2020 | 63.83% | 10.51% | 3.44% | 17.71% |
| 2021 | 62.40% | 10.27% | 3.85% | 17.51% |
Train dispatcher wage gap by race
According to our data, white train dispatchers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american train dispatchers have the lowest average salary at $51,569.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $54,149 |
| White | $55,472 |
| Black or African American | $51,569 |
| Asian | $52,418 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,223 |
Average train dispatcher age
See how the average age of train dispatchers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Train dispatcher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 38.5 | 41 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| Black or African American | 46.5 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 36 | 35.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 36.5 |
Train dispatcher age breakdown
The average age of train dispatchers is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the train dispatcher population.
Train dispatcher age breakdown
| Train Dispatcher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Train dispatcher educational attainment
The most common degree for train dispatchers is bachelor's degree, with 49% of train dispatchers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 49%
- Associate, 21%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Train dispatchers by degree level
| Train dispatcher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 49% |
| Associate | 21% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Train dispatcher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, train dispatchers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $58,971 annually. With a Associate degree, train dispatchers earn a median annual income of $57,584 compared to $50,861 for train dispatchers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $50,861 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,971 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,584 |
Train dispatcher employment statistics
Most train dispatchers work for a private in the transportation industry.
Company size where train dispatchers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where train dispatchers work.
Train dispatcher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Train dispatcher jobs by company type
Employees with the train dispatcher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most train dispatchers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Train dispatcher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 64% |
| Government | 15% |
Train dispatcher jobs by industry
The most common industries for train dispatchers are transportation, government and professional.
Train dispatcher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 29% |
| Government | 13% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Telecommunication | 5% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Train dispatcher turnover and employment statistics
Train dispatcher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for train dispatchers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Train dispatcher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Train dispatcher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.02% |
| 2011 | 6.93% |
| 2012 | 5.71% |
| 2013 | 5.09% |
| 2014 | 4.22% |
| 2015 | 3.94% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.05% |
| 2018 | 3.49% |
| 2019 | 3.26% |
| 2020 | 4.16% |
| 2021 | 5.61% |
Average train dispatcher tenure
The average train dispatcher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 640 train dispatchers resumes in Zippia's database.
Train dispatcher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Train dispatcher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of train dispatchers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy Clerk | 6.40% | 78,506 |
| Train Dispatcher | 7.39% | - |
| Bank Courier | 8.26% | 13,112 |
| Postal Clerk | 10.33% | 93,101 |
| Service Control Operator | 10.63% | 56,696 |
| Flat Sorter Operator | 11.70% | 44,137 |
| Telecommunicator | 17.25% | 4,083 |
Similar train dispatcher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy Clerk | 6.40% | 78,506 |
| Bank Courier | 8.26% | 13,112 |
| Postal Clerk | 10.33% | 93,101 |
| Service Control Operator | 10.63% | 56,696 |
| Flat Sorter Operator | 11.70% | 44,137 |
| Telecommunicator | 17.25% | 4,083 |
Foreign languages spoken by train dispatchers
The most common foreign language among train dispatchers is Spanish at 55.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 11.1% and Persian is the third-most popular at 11.1%.
- Spanish, 55.6%
- Portuguese, 11.1%
- Persian, 11.1%
- Chinese, 11.1%
- Carrier, 11.1%
Train dispatcher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.6% |
| Portuguese | 11.1% |
| Persian | 11.1% |
| Chinese | 11.1% |
| Carrier | 11.1% |
