Transformer builder demographics and statistics in the US
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Transformer builder gender statistics
27.8% of transformer builders are women and 72.2% of transformer builders are men.
- Male, 72.2%
- Female, 27.8%
Transformer builder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 72.2% |
| Female | 27.8% |
Transformer builder gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,768
Female income
$38,337
Transformer builder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in transformer builder positions over time. Currently, 27.8% of transformer builders are female.
Transformer builder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.47% | 34.53% |
| 2011 | 65.32% | 34.68% |
| 2012 | 67.08% | 32.92% |
| 2013 | 71.31% | 28.69% |
| 2014 | 67.32% | 32.68% |
| 2015 | 70.34% | 29.66% |
| 2016 | 71.10% | 28.90% |
| 2017 | 69.79% | 30.21% |
| 2018 | 68.43% | 31.57% |
| 2019 | 69.64% | 30.36% |
| 2020 | 70.76% | 29.24% |
| 2021 | 72.22% | 27.78% |
Transformer builder related jobs gender ratio
We compared transformer builders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, top installer and liner installer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Timing Adjuster | 21% | 79% |
| Sewing Machine Assembler | 23% | 77% |
| Solderer-Assembler | 32% | 68% |
| Transformer Builder | 72% | 28% |
| Screw Driver Operator | 98% | 2% |
| Liner Installer | 98% | 2% |
| Top Installer | 99% | 1% |
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Transformer builder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among transformer builders is White, which makes up 52.7% of all transformer builders. Comparatively, 19.4% of transformer builders are Asian and 16.5% of transformer builders are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 52.7%
- Asian, 19.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.5%
- Black or African American, 8.4%
- Unknown, 2.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Transformer builder race
| Transformer builder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 52.7% |
| Asian | 19.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.5% |
| Black or African American | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 2.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Transformer builder race and ethnicity over time
See how transformer builder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Transformer builder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.84% | 10.38% | 16.99% | 15.73% |
| 2011 | 56.05% | 10.66% | 16.91% | 14.38% |
| 2012 | 53.74% | 11.62% | 16.31% | 16.00% |
| 2013 | 56.42% | 9.62% | 15.90% | 15.68% |
| 2014 | 53.92% | 9.27% | 19.28% | 16.11% |
| 2015 | 57.54% | 8.29% | 17.33% | 15.21% |
| 2016 | 55.01% | 9.06% | 18.32% | 16.27% |
| 2017 | 55.05% | 9.96% | 17.50% | 15.63% |
| 2018 | 56.62% | 8.55% | 16.18% | 16.76% |
| 2019 | 53.03% | 10.95% | 20.55% | 14.56% |
| 2020 | 49.12% | 6.86% | 20.18% | 20.10% |
| 2021 | 52.75% | 8.38% | 19.37% | 16.55% |
Transformer builder wage gap by race
According to our data, asian transformer builders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino transformer builders have the lowest average salary at $40,939.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,686 |
| White | $42,197 |
| Black or African American | $41,543 |
| Asian | $42,490 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,939 |
Average transformer builder age
See how the average age of transformer builders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Transformer builder age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 37 | |
| White | 47.5 | 55 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 58 |
| Asian | 53 | 53 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 49.5 | 50 |
Transformer builder age breakdown
The average age of transformer builders is 40+ years years old, representing 73% of the transformer builder population.
Transformer builder age breakdown
| Transformer Builder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 73% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 10% |
Transformer builder educational attainment
The most common degree for transformer builders is high school diploma, with 67% of transformer builders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 17% and bachelor's degree degree at 17%.
- High School Diploma, 67%
- Bachelor's, 17%
- Associate, 17%
Transformer builders by degree level
| Transformer builder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 67% |
| Bachelor's | 17% |
| Associate | 17% |
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Transformer builder wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,733 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,585 |
Transformer builder employment statistics
Company size where transformer builders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where transformer builders work.
Transformer builder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 25% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 50% |
Transformer builder turnover and employment statistics
Transformer builder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for transformer builders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Transformer builder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Transformer builder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.52% |
| 2011 | 13.10% |
| 2012 | 11.85% |
| 2013 | 10.61% |
| 2014 | 7.45% |
| 2015 | 6.10% |
| 2016 | 5.04% |
| 2017 | 4.96% |
| 2018 | 3.86% |
| 2019 | 4.69% |
| 2020 | 5.04% |
| 2021 | 5.81% |
Average transformer builder tenure
The average transformer builder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 20 transformer builders resumes in Zippia's database.
Transformer builder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 23% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 23% |
| 8-10 years | 14% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Transformer builder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of transformer builders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Water Technician | 2.37% | 34,702 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Trophy Assembler | 3.41% | 18,175 |
| Motorcycle Maker | 3.66% | 7,016 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Transformer Builder | 6.00% | - |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar transformer builder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Water Technician | 2.37% | 34,702 |
| Numerical Control Programmer | 2.83% | 44,787 |
| Trophy Assembler | 3.41% | 18,175 |
| Motorcycle Maker | 3.66% | 7,016 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |