Robotics Engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Robotics Engineer gender statistics
7.0% of robotics engineers are women and 93.0% of robotics engineers are men.
- Male, 93.0%
- Female, 7.0%
Robotics Engineer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.0% |
| Female | 7.0% |
Robotics Engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$96,561
Female Income
$93,446
Robotics Engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in robotics engineer positions over time. Currently, 7.0% of robotics engineers are female.
Robotics Engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.89% | 5.11% |
| 2011 | 94.44% | 5.56% |
| 2012 | 94.15% | 5.85% |
| 2013 | 94.11% | 5.89% |
| 2014 | 93.95% | 6.05% |
| 2015 | 93.88% | 6.12% |
| 2016 | 93.88% | 6.12% |
| 2017 | 94.06% | 5.94% |
| 2018 | 93.64% | 6.36% |
| 2019 | 93.07% | 6.93% |
| 2020 | 92.53% | 7.47% |
| 2021 | 92.97% | 7.03% |
Robotics Engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared robotics engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Robotics Engineer | 93% | 7% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Robotics Engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among robotics engineers is White, which makes up 62.0% of all robotics engineers. Comparatively, 17.9% of robotics engineers are Asian and 10.7% of robotics engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 62.0%
- Asian, 17.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.7%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- Black or African American, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Robotics Engineer Race
| Robotics Engineer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.0% |
| Asian | 17.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.7% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Robotics Engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how robotics engineer 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
Robotics Engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.94% | 4.16% | 13.54% | 8.35% |
| 2011 | 72.99% | 4.31% | 12.69% | 7.89% |
| 2012 | 71.31% | 4.21% | 13.61% | 8.57% |
| 2013 | 70.45% | 4.36% | 14.33% | 8.56% |
| 2014 | 69.97% | 4.22% | 14.88% | 8.53% |
| 2015 | 69.83% | 4.50% | 14.41% | 8.86% |
| 2016 | 69.16% | 4.74% | 14.88% | 8.97% |
| 2017 | 67.40% | 4.87% | 15.54% | 9.72% |
| 2018 | 67.64% | 4.27% | 15.34% | 10.24% |
| 2019 | 67.27% | 4.41% | 16.31% | 9.50% |
| 2020 | 64.04% | 4.48% | 16.84% | 10.35% |
| 2021 | 62.04% | 4.28% | 17.93% | 10.72% |
Robotics Engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian robotics engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino robotics engineers have the lowest average salary at $93,780.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $97,076 |
| White | $96,687 |
| Black or African American | $94,343 |
| Asian | $101,090 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $93,780 |
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Average robotics engineer age
See how the average age of robotics engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Robotics Engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 43 |
| Unknown | 40 | 37 |
| Asian | 41 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 35 |
| White | 43 | 40.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47.5 |
Robotics Engineer age breakdown
The average age of robotics engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the robotics engineer population.
Robotics Engineer age breakdown
| Robotics Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Robotics Engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for robotics engineers is bachelor's degree, with 65% of robotics engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 15%
- Master's, 13%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Robotics Engineers by degree level
| Robotics Engineer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Master's | 13% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Robotics Engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, robotics engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $124,995 annually. With a Master's degree, robotics engineers earn a median annual income of $112,368 compared to $99,309 for robotics engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $112,368 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $99,309 |
| Doctorate Degree | $124,995 |
Robotics Engineer employment statistics
Most robotics engineers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where robotics engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where robotics engineers work.
Robotics Engineer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Robotics Engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the robotics engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most robotics engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Robotics Engineer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 66% |
| Government | 1% |
Robotics Engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for robotics engineers are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Robotics Engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Start-up | 12% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Education | 7% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Robotics Engineer turnover and employment statistics
Robotics Engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for robotics engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Robotics Engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Robotics Engineer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.06% |
| 2011 | 3.19% |
| 2012 | 2.30% |
| 2013 | 2.27% |
| 2014 | 2.35% |
| 2015 | 2.10% |
| 2016 | 2.27% |
| 2017 | 2.17% |
| 2018 | 2.09% |
| 2019 | 1.77% |
| 2020 | 2.52% |
| 2021 | 2.33% |
Average robotics engineer tenure
The average robotics engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 396 robotics engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Robotics Engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Robotics Engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of robotics engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer | 3.67% | 142,327 |
| Robotics Engineer | 5.25% | - |
| Illuminating Engineer | 6.39% | 14,714 |
| Aircraft Engineer | 7.54% | 5,718 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Metallurgical Engineer | 10.43% | 34,491 |
| Environmental Engineer | 12.89% | 24,787 |
Similar robotics engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer | 3.67% | 142,327 |
| Illuminating Engineer | 6.39% | 14,714 |
| Aircraft Engineer | 7.54% | 5,718 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Metallurgical Engineer | 10.43% | 34,491 |
| Environmental Engineer | 12.89% | 24,787 |
Foreign languages spoken by robotics engineers
The most common foreign language among robotics engineers is German at 21.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 15.8% and French is the third-most popular at 10.5%.
- German, 21.1%
- Japanese, 15.8%
- French, 10.5%
- Spanish, 10.5%
- Russian, 10.5%
- Other, 31.6%
Robotics Engineer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 21.1% |
| Japanese | 15.8% |
| French | 10.5% |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| Russian | 10.5% |
| Other | 31.6% |
