Wrecker demographics and statistics in the US
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Wrecker gender statistics
14.8% of wreckers are women and 85.2% of wreckers are men.
- Male, 85.2%
- Female, 14.8%
Wrecker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 85.2% |
| Female | 14.8% |
Wrecker gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,395
Female income
$44,067
Wrecker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in wrecker positions over time. Currently, 14.8% of wreckers are female.
Wrecker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 85.87% | 14.13% |
| 2011 | 84.97% | 15.03% |
| 2012 | 73.38% | 26.62% |
| 2013 | 85.78% | 14.22% |
| 2014 | 83.47% | 16.53% |
| 2015 | 80.45% | 19.55% |
| 2016 | 79.29% | 20.71% |
| 2017 | 75.81% | 24.19% |
| 2018 | 81.26% | 18.74% |
| 2019 | 82.29% | 17.71% |
| 2020 | 61.15% | 38.85% |
| 2021 | 85.19% | 14.81% |
Wrecker related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wrecker | 85% | 15% |
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Wrecker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among wreckers is White, which makes up 54.3% of all wreckers. Comparatively, 19.1% of wreckers are Hispanic or Latino and 17.2% of wreckers are Black or African American.
- White, 54.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.1%
- Black or African American, 17.2%
- Unknown, 6.6%
- Asian, 1.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Wrecker race
| Wrecker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.1% |
| Black or African American | 17.2% |
| Unknown | 6.6% |
| Asian | 1.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Wrecker race and ethnicity over time
See how wrecker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Wrecker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.30% | 12.85% | 1.74% | 16.67% |
| 2011 | 64.68% | 12.96% | 1.32% | 15.93% |
| 2012 | 67.38% | 13.01% | 2.08% | 14.06% |
| 2013 | 65.55% | 12.00% | 2.16% | 16.81% |
| 2014 | 63.66% | 11.90% | 2.99% | 18.94% |
| 2015 | 61.46% | 13.15% | 2.93% | 18.96% |
| 2016 | 58.92% | 14.01% | 2.92% | 20.29% |
| 2017 | 60.93% | 13.59% | 2.83% | 19.98% |
| 2018 | 61.80% | 11.01% | 2.63% | 20.66% |
| 2019 | 58.66% | 13.02% | 2.67% | 22.43% |
| 2020 | 55.92% | 16.48% | 2.23% | 20.09% |
| 2021 | 54.27% | 17.20% | 1.69% | 19.06% |
Wrecker wage gap by race
According to our data, asian wreckers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american wreckers have the lowest average salary at $43,150.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,280 |
| White | $46,220 |
| Black or African American | $43,150 |
| Asian | $52,112 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,676 |
Average wrecker age
See how the average age of wreckers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Wrecker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 38 | |
| White | 32 | |
| Black or African American | 29 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 |
Wrecker age breakdown
The average age of wreckers is 40+ years years old, representing 35% of the wrecker population.
Wrecker age breakdown
| Wrecker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 35% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 35% |
Wrecker educational attainment
The most common degree for wreckers is high school diploma, with 50% of wreckers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Associate, 18%
- Bachelor's, 9%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Wreckers by degree level
| Wrecker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Bachelor's | 9% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Wrecker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, wreckers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $53,859 annually. With a Master's degree, wreckers earn a median annual income of $50,728 compared to $49,259 for wreckers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,728 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,809 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,859 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,259 |
Wrecker turnover and employment statistics
Wrecker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for wreckers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Wrecker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Wrecker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.57% |
| 2011 | 14.50% |
| 2012 | 12.25% |
| 2013 | 12.16% |
| 2014 | 11.61% |
| 2015 | 10.67% |
| 2016 | 8.20% |
| 2017 | 6.67% |
| 2018 | 4.19% |
| 2019 | 3.92% |
| 2020 | 8.13% |
| 2021 | 6.12% |
Average wrecker tenure
The average wrecker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 85 wreckers resumes in Zippia's database.
Wrecker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Wrecker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of wreckers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Fence Erector | 2.28% | 272 |
| Elevator Troubleshooter | 3.71% | 482 |
| Road Maker | 4.29% | 20,927 |
| Building Inspector | 5.17% | 20,962 |
| Wrecker | 5.18% | - |
Similar wrecker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Fence Erector | 2.28% | 272 |
| Elevator Troubleshooter | 3.71% | 482 |
| Road Maker | 4.29% | 20,927 |
| Building Inspector | 5.17% | 20,962 |