Instrument Maker demographics and statistics in the US
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Instrument Maker gender statistics
10.9% of instrument makers are women and 89.1% of instrument makers are men.
- Male, 89.1%
- Female, 10.9%
Instrument Maker gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 89.1% |
| Female | 10.9% |
Instrument Maker gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$40,806
Female Income
$36,873
Instrument Maker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in instrument maker positions over time. Currently, 10.9% of instrument makers are female.
Instrument Maker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.17% | 8.83% |
| 2011 | 89.07% | 10.93% |
| 2012 | 90.78% | 9.22% |
| 2013 | 90.53% | 9.47% |
| 2014 | 90.28% | 9.72% |
| 2015 | 91.24% | 8.76% |
| 2016 | 91.20% | 8.80% |
| 2017 | 90.04% | 9.96% |
| 2018 | 90.19% | 9.81% |
| 2019 | 90.15% | 9.85% |
| 2020 | 90.84% | 9.16% |
| 2021 | 89.05% | 10.95% |
Instrument Maker related jobs gender ratio
We compared instrument makers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Instrument Maker | 89% | 11% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Instrument Maker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among instrument makers is White, which makes up 70.9% of all instrument makers. Comparatively, 14.6% of instrument makers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.3% of instrument makers are Asian.
- White, 70.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Black or African American, 3.9%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Instrument Maker Race
| Instrument Maker Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Instrument Maker race and ethnicity over time
See how instrument maker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Instrument Maker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.19% | 5.34% | 4.76% | 13.01% |
| 2011 | 73.50% | 5.95% | 4.58% | 13.77% |
| 2012 | 74.87% | 5.65% | 4.72% | 13.27% |
| 2013 | 74.13% | 6.02% | 5.20% | 12.84% |
| 2014 | 75.68% | 4.85% | 4.19% | 13.90% |
| 2015 | 74.45% | 5.17% | 5.14% | 13.28% |
| 2016 | 74.33% | 4.91% | 5.13% | 14.05% |
| 2017 | 74.19% | 4.95% | 4.75% | 14.33% |
| 2018 | 74.99% | 4.67% | 5.04% | 13.57% |
| 2019 | 74.58% | 4.51% | 5.11% | 13.99% |
| 2020 | 71.35% | 5.70% | 5.04% | 13.55% |
| 2021 | 70.94% | 3.94% | 6.30% | 14.58% |
Instrument Maker wage gap by race
According to our data, asian instrument makers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino instrument makers have the lowest average salary at $39,180.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,954 |
| White | $41,862 |
| Black or African American | $39,284 |
| Asian | $42,879 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,180 |
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Average instrument maker age
See how the average age of instrument makers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Instrument Maker age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 48.5 | 47 |
| White | 50 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 49.5 | |
| Asian | 52 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 47 |
Instrument Maker age breakdown
The average age of instrument makers is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the instrument maker population.
Instrument Maker age breakdown
| Instrument Maker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Instrument Maker educational attainment
The most common degree for instrument makers is bachelor's degree, with 37% of instrument makers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 37%
- Associate, 25%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 18%
Instrument Makers by degree level
| Instrument Maker Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 37% |
| Associate | 25% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 18% |
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Instrument Maker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, instrument makers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $43,078 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, instrument makers earn a median annual income of $42,532 compared to $40,855 for instrument makers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,855 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,532 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,078 |
Instrument Maker employment statistics
Most instrument makers work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where instrument makers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where instrument makers work.
Instrument Maker jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 36% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Instrument Maker jobs by company type
Employees with the instrument maker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most instrument makers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Instrument Maker jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 37% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 41% |
| Government | 4% |
Instrument Maker jobs by industry
The most common industries for instrument makers are education, professional and health care.
Instrument Maker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 33% |
| Professional | 19% |
| Health Care | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
Instrument Maker turnover and employment statistics
Instrument Maker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for instrument makers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Instrument Maker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Instrument Maker Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.04% |
| 2011 | 6.29% |
| 2012 | 4.94% |
| 2013 | 4.37% |
| 2014 | 3.49% |
| 2015 | 2.85% |
| 2016 | 3.38% |
| 2017 | 2.46% |
| 2018 | 1.76% |
| 2019 | 1.95% |
| 2020 | 3.49% |
| 2021 | 4.05% |
Average instrument maker tenure
The average instrument maker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 170 instrument makers resumes in Zippia's database.
Instrument Maker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 7% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 35% |
Instrument Maker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of instrument makers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Welder | 2.57% | 11,289 |
| Gauge Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 12,737 |
| Anodizing Line Operator | 3.20% | 71,397 |
| Instrument Maker | 3.26% | - |
| Metal Drawer | 3.27% | 2,647 |
| Automation Machine Operator | 5.87% | 72,674 |
| Key Sander | 6.48% | 9,355 |
Similar instrument maker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Body Welder | 2.57% | 11,289 |
| Gauge Maker Apprentice | 2.99% | 12,737 |
| Anodizing Line Operator | 3.20% | 71,397 |
| Metal Drawer | 3.27% | 2,647 |
| Automation Machine Operator | 5.87% | 72,674 |
| Key Sander | 6.48% | 9,355 |