Train operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Train operator gender statistics
33.7% of train operators are women and 66.3% of train operators are men.
- Male, 66.3%
- Female, 33.7%
Train operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.3% |
| Female | 33.7% |
Train operator gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,552
Female income
$37,339
Train operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in train operator positions over time. Currently, 33.7% of train operators are female.
Train operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.36% | 30.64% |
| 2011 | 66.34% | 33.66% |
| 2012 | 68.47% | 31.53% |
| 2013 | 69.53% | 30.47% |
| 2014 | 65.38% | 34.62% |
| 2015 | 65.14% | 34.86% |
| 2016 | 67.95% | 32.05% |
| 2017 | 63.82% | 36.18% |
| 2018 | 69.01% | 30.99% |
| 2019 | 66.36% | 33.64% |
| 2020 | 64.41% | 35.59% |
| 2021 | 66.33% | 33.67% |
Train operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared train operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Train Operator | 66% | 34% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Train operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among train operators is White, which makes up 59.4% of all train operators. Comparatively, 17.0% of train operators are Hispanic or Latino and 11.0% of train operators are Black or African American.
- White, 59.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.0%
- Black or African American, 11.0%
- Unknown, 6.3%
- Asian, 5.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Train operator race
| Train operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 11.0% |
| Unknown | 6.3% |
| Asian | 5.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Train operator race and ethnicity over time
See how train operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Train operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.71% | 11.80% | 3.27% | 13.12% |
| 2011 | 68.59% | 11.45% | 3.59% | 13.24% |
| 2012 | 67.81% | 11.86% | 4.19% | 13.11% |
| 2013 | 66.31% | 12.27% | 3.80% | 14.90% |
| 2014 | 65.51% | 11.83% | 4.40% | 15.36% |
| 2015 | 67.71% | 11.91% | 3.90% | 12.94% |
| 2016 | 67.06% | 10.79% | 3.92% | 15.01% |
| 2017 | 64.74% | 12.16% | 4.06% | 15.57% |
| 2018 | 68.74% | 9.17% | 4.00% | 14.17% |
| 2019 | 68.45% | 9.90% | 3.56% | 15.31% |
| 2020 | 64.09% | 9.36% | 4.60% | 16.47% |
| 2021 | 59.38% | 10.97% | 5.86% | 16.98% |
Train operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white train operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian train operators have the lowest average salary at $38,595.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,084 |
| White | $40,604 |
| Black or African American | $39,510 |
| Asian | $38,595 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,999 |
Average train operator age
See how the average age of train operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Train operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44.5 | 41 |
| White | 46 | 44 |
| Black or African American | 51 | 47 |
| Asian | 40.5 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 41 |
Train operator age breakdown
The average age of train operators is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the train operator population.
Train operator age breakdown
| Train Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Train operator educational attainment
The most common degree for train operators is bachelor's degree, with 45% of train operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 45%
- Associate, 22%
- High School Diploma, 19%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Train operators by degree level
| Train operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 45% |
| Associate | 22% |
| High School Diploma | 19% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Train operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, train operators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $44,859 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, train operators earn a median annual income of $41,650 compared to $38,023 for train operators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $44,859 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,707 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,650 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,023 |
Train operator employment statistics
Most train operators work for a private in the transportation industry.
Company size where train operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where train operators work.
Train operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 13% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 42% |
Train operator jobs by company type
Employees with the train operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most train operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Train operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 42% |
| Private | 49% |
| Government | 5% |
Train operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for train operators are transportation, manufacturing and technology.
Train operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 21% |
| Transportation | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Train operator turnover and employment statistics
Train operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for train operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Train operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Train operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.49% |
| 2011 | 4.91% |
| 2012 | 4.86% |
| 2013 | 4.50% |
| 2014 | 3.44% |
| 2015 | 3.11% |
| 2016 | 3.54% |
| 2017 | 2.54% |
| 2018 | 2.62% |
| 2019 | 2.42% |
| 2020 | 2.67% |
| 2021 | 2.89% |
Average train operator tenure
The average train operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,426 train operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Train operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Train operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of train 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Designer/Estimator | 4.41% | 55,071 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Marketing Services Coordinator | 10.00% | 147,125 |
| Presentation Specialist | 11.05% | 23,233 |
| Deputy Coroner | 11.64% | 1,789 |
| Train Operator | 12.19% | - |
| Student Caller | 19.25% | 10,143 |
Similar train operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Designer/Estimator | 4.41% | 55,071 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Marketing Services Coordinator | 10.00% | 147,125 |
| Presentation Specialist | 11.05% | 23,233 |
| Deputy Coroner | 11.64% | 1,789 |
| Student Caller | 19.25% | 10,143 |
Foreign languages spoken by train operators
The most common foreign language among train operators is Spanish at 65.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.5% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 6.0%.
- Spanish, 65.7%
- French, 7.5%
- Portuguese, 6.0%
- Carrier, 4.5%
- German, 3.0%
- Other, 13.3%
Train operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 65.7% |
| French | 7.5% |
| Portuguese | 6.0% |
| Carrier | 4.5% |
| German | 3.0% |
| Other | 13.3% |
