Solar Energy Engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Solar Energy Engineer gender statistics
23.1% of solar energy engineers are women and 76.9% of solar energy engineers are men.
- Male, 76.9%
- Female, 23.1%
Solar Energy Engineer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 76.9% |
| Female | 23.1% |
Solar Energy Engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$85,848
Female Income
$82,766
Solar Energy Engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in solar energy engineer positions over time. Currently, 23.1% of solar energy engineers are female.
Solar Energy Engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.40% | 17.60% |
| 2011 | 81.07% | 18.93% |
| 2012 | 80.22% | 19.78% |
| 2013 | 80.12% | 19.88% |
| 2014 | 79.66% | 20.34% |
| 2015 | 79.43% | 20.57% |
| 2016 | 79.45% | 20.55% |
| 2017 | 79.96% | 20.04% |
| 2018 | 78.78% | 21.22% |
| 2019 | 77.18% | 22.82% |
| 2020 | 75.75% | 24.25% |
| 2021 | 76.92% | 23.08% |
Solar Energy Engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared solar energy 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% |
| Solar Energy Engineer | 77% | 23% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Solar Energy Engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among solar energy engineers is White, which makes up 66.3% of all solar energy engineers. Comparatively, 18.3% of solar energy engineers are Asian and 7.5% of solar energy engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 66.3%
- Asian, 18.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Black or African American, 3.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Solar Energy Engineer Race
| Solar Energy Engineer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.3% |
| Asian | 18.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Solar Energy Engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how solar energy 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
Solar Energy Engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.24% | 3.07% | 13.87% | 5.16% |
| 2011 | 77.29% | 3.22% | 13.02% | 4.70% |
| 2012 | 75.61% | 3.11% | 13.95% | 5.39% |
| 2013 | 74.75% | 3.27% | 14.66% | 5.37% |
| 2014 | 74.27% | 3.13% | 15.21% | 5.34% |
| 2015 | 74.13% | 3.41% | 14.75% | 5.68% |
| 2016 | 73.46% | 3.65% | 15.21% | 5.79% |
| 2017 | 71.70% | 3.78% | 15.88% | 6.54% |
| 2018 | 71.94% | 3.18% | 15.67% | 7.06% |
| 2019 | 71.57% | 3.32% | 16.64% | 6.31% |
| 2020 | 68.34% | 3.39% | 17.17% | 7.17% |
| 2021 | 66.34% | 3.19% | 18.27% | 7.54% |
Solar Energy Engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian solar energy engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino solar energy engineers have the lowest average salary at $83,083.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $86,354 |
| White | $85,972 |
| Black or African American | $83,652 |
| Asian | $90,372 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $83,083 |
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Average solar energy engineer age
See how the average age of solar energy engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Solar Energy 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 |
Solar Energy Engineer age breakdown
The average age of solar energy engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the solar energy engineer population.
Solar Energy Engineer age breakdown
| Solar Energy Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Solar Energy Engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for solar energy engineers is bachelor's degree, with 65% of solar energy engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 6%
Solar Energy Engineers by degree level
| Solar Energy Engineer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
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Solar Energy Engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, solar energy engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $114,411 annually. With a Master's degree, solar energy engineers earn a median annual income of $101,622 compared to $88,519 for solar energy engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $101,622 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $88,519 |
| Doctorate Degree | $114,411 |
Solar Energy Engineer employment statistics
Company size where solar energy engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where solar energy engineers work.
Solar Energy Engineer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 58% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 8% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Solar Energy Engineer turnover and employment statistics
Solar Energy Engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for solar energy engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Solar Energy Engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Solar Energy 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 solar energy engineer tenure
The average solar energy engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 27 solar energy engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Solar Energy Engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 56% |
| 1-2 years | 20% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 4% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Solar Energy Engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of solar energy 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 |
|---|---|---|
| EHS Coordinator | 3.67% | 10,790 |
| Solar Energy Engineer | 5.25% | - |
| Senior Telecommunications Engineer | 6.39% | 30,462 |
| Airplane Designer | 7.54% | 43,986 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Senior Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 42,796 |
| Environmental Planner | 12.89% | 30,227 |
Similar solar energy engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| EHS Coordinator | 3.67% | 10,790 |
| Senior Telecommunications Engineer | 6.39% | 30,462 |
| Airplane Designer | 7.54% | 43,986 |
| Associate Project Engineer | 8.92% | 91,862 |
| Senior Materials Engineer | 10.43% | 42,796 |
| Environmental Planner | 12.89% | 30,227 |
Foreign languages spoken by solar energy engineers
The most common foreign language among solar energy engineers is Mandarin at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 25.0% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 25.0%.
- Mandarin, 50.0%
- Chinese, 25.0%
- Spanish, 25.0%
Solar Energy Engineer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Mandarin | 50.0% |
| Chinese | 25.0% |
| Spanish | 25.0% |