Oiler demographics and statistics in the US
Oiler demographics research summary. Zippia estimates oiler demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our oiler estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about oilers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 8,145 oilers currently employed in the United States.
- 8.7% of all oilers are women, while 91.3% are men.
- The average oiler age is 46 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of oilers is White (68.2%), followed by Black or African American (12.3%), Hispanic or Latino (10.3%) and Unknown (4.1%).
- In 2022, women earned 89% of what men earned.
- 6% of all oilers are LGBT.
- Oilers are 82% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Oiler gender statistics
8.7% of oilers are women and 91.3% of oilers are men.
- Male, 91.3%
- Female, 8.7%
Oiler gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.3% |
| Female | 8.7% |
Oiler gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$41,456
Female Income
$37,067
Oiler gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in oiler positions over time. Currently, 8.7% of oilers are female.
Oiler gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.01% | 1.99% |
| 2011 | 92.41% | 7.59% |
| 2012 | 94.97% | 5.03% |
| 2013 | 96.33% | 3.67% |
| 2014 | 94.80% | 5.20% |
| 2015 | 95.13% | 4.87% |
| 2016 | 93.51% | 6.49% |
| 2017 | 90.47% | 9.53% |
| 2018 | 91.18% | 8.82% |
| 2019 | 94.06% | 5.94% |
| 2020 | 97.08% | 2.92% |
| 2021 | 91.31% | 8.69% |
Oiler related jobs gender ratio
We compared oilers 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% |
| Oiler | 91% | 9% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Oiler demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among oilers is White, which makes up 68.2% of all oilers. Comparatively, 12.3% of oilers are Black or African American and 10.3% of oilers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 68.2%
- Black or African American, 12.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.3%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- Asian, 2.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.4%
Oiler Race
| Oiler Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.3% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| Asian | 2.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.4% |
Oiler race and ethnicity over time
See how oiler racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Oiler race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.28% | 12.84% | 2.61% | 10.01% |
| 2011 | 70.16% | 12.67% | 1.15% | 13.04% |
| 2012 | 72.36% | 13.09% | 1.40% | 11.09% |
| 2013 | 73.04% | 14.34% | 2.13% | 7.89% |
| 2014 | 72.96% | 9.56% | 0.90% | 14.10% |
| 2015 | 74.69% | 10.37% | 1.34% | 11.29% |
| 2016 | 73.15% | 12.99% | 3.13% | 7.66% |
| 2017 | 73.41% | 8.94% | 2.19% | 12.76% |
| 2018 | 77.03% | 11.15% | 3.74% | 6.47% |
| 2019 | 73.07% | 11.85% | 1.37% | 12.63% |
| 2020 | 68.61% | 11.13% | 0.99% | 12.13% |
| 2021 | 68.16% | 12.31% | 2.66% | 10.31% |
Oiler wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown oilers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american oilers have the lowest average salary at $37,134.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,110 |
| White | $42,835 |
| Black or African American | $37,134 |
| Asian | $42,914 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,611 |
Oiler JOBS
Average oiler age
See how the average age of oilers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Oiler age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| White | 49 | |
| Black or African American | 46 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46.5 |
Oiler age breakdown
The average age of oilers is 40+ years years old, representing 73% of the oiler population.
Oiler age breakdown
| Oiler Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 73% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Oiler educational attainment
The most common degree for oilers is high school diploma, with 52% of oilers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- High School Diploma, 52%
- Associate, 16%
- Bachelor's, 14%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Oilers by degree level
| Oiler Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 52% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Bachelor's | 14% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Oiler wage gap by degree level
According to the data, oilers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $47,289 annually. With a Associate degree, oilers earn a median annual income of $45,856 compared to $39,517 for oilers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,517 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,289 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,856 |
Oiler employment statistics
Most oilers work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where oilers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where oilers work.
Oiler jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Oiler jobs by company type
Employees with the oiler job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most oilers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Oiler jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 82% |
| Government | 2% |
Oiler jobs by industry
The most common industries for oilers are construction, manufacturing and transportation.
Oiler industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 26% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Oiler turnover and employment statistics
Oiler unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for oilers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Oiler unemployment rate by year
| Year | Oiler Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.36% |
| 2011 | 7.17% |
| 2012 | 6.75% |
| 2013 | 5.94% |
| 2014 | 4.36% |
| 2015 | 5.67% |
| 2016 | 2.77% |
| 2017 | 1.45% |
| 2018 | 2.01% |
| 2019 | 0.92% |
| 2020 | 2.59% |
| 2021 | 5.24% |
Average oiler tenure
The average oiler stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 929 oilers resumes in Zippia's database.
Oiler tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Oiler LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of oilers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonia Refrigeration Technician | 1.73% | 119,272 |
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Keysmith | 3.52% | 115 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Appliance Technician | 3.71% | 74,925 |
| Oiler | 5.96% | - |
| Piano Tuner | 8.86% | 119 |
Similar oiler jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonia Refrigeration Technician | 1.73% | 119,272 |
| Millwright Supervisor | 2.00% | 2,280 |
| Keysmith | 3.52% | 115 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Appliance Technician | 3.71% | 74,925 |
| Piano Tuner | 8.86% | 119 |
Foreign languages spoken by oilers
- Spanish, 83.3%
- Italian, 16.7%
Oiler languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 83.3% |
| Italian | 16.7% |