Water meter installer demographics and statistics in the US
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Water meter installer gender statistics
5.2% of water meter installers are women and 94.8% of water meter installers are men.
- Male, 94.8%
- Female, 5.2%
Water meter installer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 94.8% |
| Female | 5.2% |
Water meter installer gender pay gap
Women earn 81¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,486
Female income
$41,590
Water meter installer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in water meter installer positions over time. Currently, 5.2% of water meter installers are female.
Water meter installer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88.57% | 11.43% |
| 2011 | 88.64% | 11.36% |
| 2012 | 86.58% | 13.42% |
| 2013 | 88.94% | 11.06% |
| 2014 | 83.74% | 16.26% |
| 2015 | 84.46% | 15.54% |
| 2016 | 92.33% | 7.67% |
| 2017 | 86.35% | 13.65% |
| 2018 | 87.15% | 12.85% |
| 2019 | 84.15% | 15.85% |
| 2020 | 83.22% | 16.78% |
| 2021 | 94.77% | 5.23% |
Water meter installer related jobs gender ratio
We compared water meter installers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Water Meter Installer | 95% | 5% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Water meter installer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among water meter installers is White, which makes up 64.1% of all water meter installers. Comparatively, 19.4% of water meter installers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of water meter installers are Black or African American.
- White, 64.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.4%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Unknown, 2.4%
- Asian, 2.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.8%
Water meter installer race
| Water meter installer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Unknown | 2.4% |
| Asian | 2.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.8% |
Water meter installer race and ethnicity over time
See how water meter installer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Water meter installer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.74% | 11.03% | 1.68% | 11.56% |
| 2011 | 71.86% | 9.96% | 1.30% | 13.25% |
| 2012 | 72.43% | 11.04% | 0.51% | 12.71% |
| 2013 | 67.12% | 9.44% | 1.63% | 18.38% |
| 2014 | 68.81% | 12.21% | 0.58% | 15.65% |
| 2015 | 71.77% | 11.20% | 3.29% | 11.69% |
| 2016 | 70.84% | 11.02% | 1.38% | 14.36% |
| 2017 | 74.14% | 8.67% | 1.49% | 12.08% |
| 2018 | 68.77% | 9.51% | 1.49% | 15.82% |
| 2019 | 70.52% | 9.32% | 1.95% | 14.76% |
| 2020 | 69.47% | 7.39% | 1.75% | 16.85% |
| 2021 | 64.11% | 9.87% | 2.45% | 19.38% |
Water meter installer wage gap by race
According to our data, white water meter installers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american water meter installers have the lowest average salary at $46,570.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,469 |
| White | $54,817 |
| Black or African American | $46,570 |
| Asian | $53,036 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $50,927 |
Average water meter installer age
See how the average age of water meter installers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Water meter installer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 48 | |
| Black or African American | 43.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 |
Water meter installer age breakdown
The average age of water meter installers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the water meter installer population.
Water meter installer age breakdown
| Water Meter Installer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Water meter installer educational attainment
The most common degree for water meter installers is high school diploma, with 63% of water meter installers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 13% and bachelor's degree degree at 11%.
- High School Diploma, 63%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Associate, 11%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Water meter installers by degree level
| Water meter installer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 63% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Water meter installer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, water meter installers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $68,535 annually. With a Associate degree, water meter installers earn a median annual income of $60,600 compared to $57,355 for water meter installers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $68,535 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,861 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,355 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $60,600 |
Water meter installer employment statistics
Most water meter installers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where water meter installers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where water meter installers work.
Water meter installer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Water meter installer jobs by company type
Employees with the water meter installer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most water meter installers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Water meter installer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 74% |
| Government | 11% |
Water meter installer jobs by industry
The most common industries for water meter installers are technology, utilities and government.
Water meter installer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 15% |
| Utilities | 12% |
| Government | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Water meter installer turnover and employment statistics
Water meter installer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for water meter installers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Water meter installer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Water meter installer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.04% |
| 2011 | 7.66% |
| 2012 | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 4.15% |
| 2014 | 1.14% |
| 2015 | 3.83% |
| 2016 | 3.92% |
| 2017 | 6.11% |
| 2018 | 0.81% |
| 2019 | 4.37% |
| 2020 | 1.52% |
| 2021 | 3.14% |
Average water meter installer tenure
The average water meter installer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 199 water meter installers resumes in Zippia's database.
Water meter installer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 50% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Water meter installer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of water meter installers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Hvac Technician | 1.73% | 64,060 |
| Plant Changer | 2.00% | 8,670 |
| Lock Technician | 3.52% | 37,059 |
| Environmental Control System Installer Servicer | 3.67% | 75,807 |
| Window Air Conditioner Installer | 3.71% | 21,137 |
| Water Meter Installer | 8.62% | - |
| Mandolin Repair Person | 8.86% | 46,325 |
Similar water meter installer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Hvac Technician | 1.73% | 64,060 |
| Plant Changer | 2.00% | 8,670 |
| Lock Technician | 3.52% | 37,059 |
| Environmental Control System Installer Servicer | 3.67% | 75,807 |
| Window Air Conditioner Installer | 3.71% | 21,137 |
| Mandolin Repair Person | 8.86% | 46,325 |