Underground electrician demographics and statistics in the US
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Underground electrician gender statistics
1.4% of underground electricians are women and 98.6% of underground electricians are men.
- Male, 98.6%
- Female, 1.4%
Underground electrician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 98.6% |
| Female | 1.4% |
Underground electrician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$59,136
Female income
$57,436
Underground electrician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in underground electrician positions over time. Currently, 1.4% of underground electricians are female.
Underground electrician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.92% | 1.08% |
| 2011 | 98.94% | 1.06% |
| 2012 | 98.91% | 1.09% |
| 2013 | 99.00% | 1.00% |
| 2014 | 98.88% | 1.12% |
| 2015 | 98.62% | 1.38% |
| 2016 | 98.92% | 1.08% |
| 2017 | 98.82% | 1.18% |
| 2018 | 98.59% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | 98.90% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | 98.83% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | 98.61% | 1.39% |
Underground electrician related jobs gender ratio
We compared underground electricians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
| Underground Electrician | 99% | 1% |
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Underground electrician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among underground electricians is White, which makes up 68.9% of all underground electricians. Comparatively, 15.2% of underground electricians are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of underground electricians are Black or African American.
- White, 68.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.2%
- Black or African American, 7.6%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Asian, 2.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Underground electrician race
| Underground electrician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.2% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Asian | 2.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Underground electrician race and ethnicity over time
See how underground electrician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Underground electrician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.57% | 8.11% | 2.75% | 10.86% |
| 2011 | 74.93% | 8.44% | 2.78% | 10.87% |
| 2012 | 74.79% | 8.35% | 2.83% | 10.98% |
| 2013 | 74.03% | 8.45% | 2.81% | 11.67% |
| 2014 | 74.29% | 8.63% | 2.66% | 11.70% |
| 2015 | 73.49% | 8.85% | 2.81% | 11.69% |
| 2016 | 73.51% | 8.13% | 2.69% | 12.51% |
| 2017 | 71.42% | 7.97% | 3.05% | 14.44% |
| 2018 | 72.82% | 7.71% | 2.61% | 13.76% |
| 2019 | 73.59% | 7.38% | 2.78% | 13.40% |
| 2020 | 70.13% | 8.03% | 2.68% | 13.49% |
| 2021 | 68.87% | 7.60% | 2.82% | 15.18% |
Underground electrician wage gap by race
According to our data, asian underground electricians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino underground electricians have the lowest average salary at $56,922.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $59,071 |
| White | $61,134 |
| Black or African American | $57,031 |
| Asian | $61,688 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $56,922 |
Average underground electrician age
See how the average age of underground electricians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Underground electrician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 52 |
| Unknown | 40 | |
| Asian | 43 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 36 |
| White | 42 | 41 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36.5 |
Underground electrician age breakdown
The average age of underground electricians is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the underground electrician population.
Underground electrician age breakdown
| Underground Electrician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Underground electrician educational attainment
The most common degree for underground electricians is high school diploma, with 44% of underground electricians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 31% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Associate, 31%
- Bachelor's, 14%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Underground electricians by degree level
| Underground electrician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Associate | 31% |
| Bachelor's | 14% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Underground electrician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, underground electricians with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $63,049 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, underground electricians earn a median annual income of $60,629 compared to $58,930 for underground electricians with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $58,930 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,629 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $63,049 |
Underground electrician employment statistics
Most underground electricians work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where underground electricians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where underground electricians work.
Underground electrician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Underground electrician jobs by company type
Employees with the underground electrician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most underground electricians prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Underground electrician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 4% |
Underground electrician jobs by industry
The most common industries for underground electricians are manufacturing, energy and construction.
Underground electrician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 21% |
| Energy | 19% |
| Construction | 15% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Government | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Underground electrician turnover and employment statistics
Underground electrician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for underground electricians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Underground electrician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Underground electrician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.50% |
| 2011 | 12.66% |
| 2012 | 9.65% |
| 2013 | 7.94% |
| 2014 | 6.08% |
| 2015 | 4.67% |
| 2016 | 4.49% |
| 2017 | 3.48% |
| 2018 | 2.92% |
| 2019 | 2.81% |
| 2020 | 4.62% |
| 2021 | 4.91% |
Average underground electrician tenure
The average underground electrician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 367 underground electricians resumes in Zippia's database.
Underground electrician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Underground electrician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of underground electricians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gypsum Block Setter | 1.40% | 1,869 |
| Shingler | 1.43% | 1,257 |
| Drywall Sander | 1.75% | 251 |
| Sand Blaster | 2.24% | 299 |
| Underground Electrician | 2.76% | - |
| Rubber Block Layer | 3.39% | 279 |
| Sheet Metal Operator | 4.07% | 43,197 |
Similar underground electrician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Gypsum Block Setter | 1.40% | 1,869 |
| Shingler | 1.43% | 1,257 |
| Drywall Sander | 1.75% | 251 |
| Sand Blaster | 2.24% | 299 |
| Rubber Block Layer | 3.39% | 279 |
| Sheet Metal Operator | 4.07% | 43,197 |