Washroom operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Washroom operator demographics by:
Washroom operator gender statistics
6.2% of washroom operators are women and 93.8% of washroom operators are men.
- Male, 93.8%
- Female, 6.2%
Washroom operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.8% |
| Female | 6.2% |
Washroom operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,496
Female income
$35,155
Washroom operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in washroom operator positions over time. Currently, 6.2% of washroom operators are female.
Washroom operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.89% | 6.11% |
| 2011 | 93.70% | 6.30% |
| 2012 | 94.56% | 5.44% |
| 2013 | 94.70% | 5.30% |
| 2014 | 94.36% | 5.64% |
| 2015 | 95.08% | 4.92% |
| 2016 | 94.56% | 5.44% |
| 2017 | 93.72% | 6.28% |
| 2018 | 93.62% | 6.38% |
| 2019 | 94.23% | 5.77% |
| 2020 | 93.49% | 6.51% |
| 2021 | 93.80% | 6.20% |
Washroom operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared washroom operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dredge operator and tower crane operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Wrapper | 12% | 88% |
| Gift Packer | 18% | 82% |
| Pill Packer | 19% | 81% |
| Washroom Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Green Chain Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tower Crane Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Dredge Operator | 99% | 1% |
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Washroom operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among washroom operators is White, which makes up 55.5% of all washroom operators. Comparatively, 19.7% of washroom operators are Hispanic or Latino and 17.6% of washroom operators are Black or African American.
- White, 55.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.7%
- Black or African American, 17.6%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- Asian, 2.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Washroom operator race
| Washroom operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.7% |
| Black or African American | 17.6% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| Asian | 2.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Washroom operator race and ethnicity over time
See how washroom operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Washroom operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.23% | 17.80% | 2.39% | 17.54% |
| 2011 | 58.96% | 17.75% | 2.35% | 19.03% |
| 2012 | 59.62% | 17.49% | 2.28% | 18.56% |
| 2013 | 59.23% | 17.19% | 2.46% | 18.93% |
| 2014 | 59.16% | 17.03% | 2.72% | 18.75% |
| 2015 | 60.62% | 15.74% | 2.34% | 19.18% |
| 2016 | 58.06% | 18.59% | 2.24% | 18.99% |
| 2017 | 59.61% | 16.55% | 2.43% | 19.25% |
| 2018 | 58.11% | 17.23% | 2.87% | 19.35% |
| 2019 | 61.04% | 15.86% | 2.51% | 18.12% |
| 2020 | 55.83% | 17.88% | 2.77% | 18.56% |
| 2021 | 55.48% | 17.57% | 2.48% | 19.74% |
Washroom operator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian washroom operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american washroom operators have the lowest average salary at $34,760.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,543 |
| White | $35,520 |
| Black or African American | $34,760 |
| Asian | $36,272 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,403 |
Average washroom operator age
See how the average age of washroom operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Washroom operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 37 |
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| Asian | 42.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Washroom operator age breakdown
The average age of washroom operators is 40+ years years old, representing 60% of the washroom operator population.
Washroom operator age breakdown
| Washroom Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 60% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Washroom operator educational attainment
The most common degree for washroom operators is high school diploma, with 52% of washroom operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 52%
- Associate, 19%
- Bachelor's, 15%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Washroom operators by degree level
| Washroom operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 52% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Bachelor's | 15% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Washroom operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, washroom operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $36,237 annually. With a High School Diploma degree, washroom operators earn a median annual income of $35,571 compared to $35,510 for washroom operators with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,571 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,510 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,237 |
Washroom operator employment statistics
Company size where washroom operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where washroom operators work.
Washroom operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Washroom operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for washroom operators are retail, professional and manufacturing.
Washroom operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 15% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 15% |
| Health Care | 13% |
| Hospitality | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Pharmaceutical | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Washroom operator turnover and employment statistics
Washroom operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for washroom operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Washroom operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Washroom operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.04% |
| 2011 | 14.60% |
| 2012 | 12.67% |
| 2013 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 9.10% |
| 2015 | 6.72% |
| 2016 | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 5.33% |
| 2019 | 4.81% |
| 2020 | 7.22% |
| 2021 | 6.71% |
Average washroom operator tenure
The average washroom operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 145 washroom operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Washroom operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Washroom operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of washroom 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Woodyard Crane Operator | 1.94% | 26,210 |
| Washroom Operator | 3.85% | - |
| Disposal Worker | 4.13% | 19,911 |
| Casting Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,549 |
| Car Loader | 4.67% | 16,855 |
| Warehouse Packer | 6.68% | 154,284 |
| Print Line Feeder | 10.43% | 46,588 |
Similar washroom operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Woodyard Crane Operator | 1.94% | 26,210 |
| Disposal Worker | 4.13% | 19,911 |
| Casting Cleaner | 4.59% | 35,549 |
| Car Loader | 4.67% | 16,855 |
| Warehouse Packer | 6.68% | 154,284 |
| Print Line Feeder | 10.43% | 46,588 |