Ad compositor demographics and statistics in the US
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Ad compositor gender statistics
77.1% of ad compositors are women and 22.9% of ad compositors are men.
- Female, 77.1%
- Male, 22.9%
Ad compositor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 77.1% |
| Male | 22.9% |
Ad compositor gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,153
Female income
$49,258
Ad compositor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ad compositor positions over time. Currently, 77.1% of ad compositors are female.
Ad compositor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.61% | 75.39% |
| 2011 | 24.81% | 75.19% |
| 2012 | 24.20% | 75.80% |
| 2013 | 26.06% | 73.94% |
| 2014 | 24.39% | 75.61% |
| 2015 | 24.95% | 75.05% |
| 2016 | 24.13% | 75.87% |
| 2017 | 23.42% | 76.58% |
| 2018 | 25.05% | 74.95% |
| 2019 | 22.72% | 77.28% |
| 2020 | 22.76% | 77.24% |
| 2021 | 22.86% | 77.14% |
Ad compositor related jobs gender ratio
We compared ad compositors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, exhibit builder and senior industrial designer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Decorating Consultant | 9% | 91% |
| Floral Designer | 11% | 89% |
| Floral Manager | 11% | 89% |
| Ad Compositor | 23% | 77% |
| Craftsman | 88% | 12% |
| Senior Industrial Designer | 91% | 9% |
| Exhibit Builder | 93% | 7% |
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Ad compositor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ad compositors is White, which makes up 70.2% of all ad compositors. Comparatively, 10.6% of ad compositors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.4% of ad compositors are Asian.
- White, 70.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Asian, 10.4%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Black or African American, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Ad compositor race
| Ad compositor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Asian | 10.4% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Ad compositor race and ethnicity over time
See how ad compositor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ad compositor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.32% | 3.37% | 6.45% | 8.15% |
| 2011 | 79.15% | 3.38% | 7.00% | 8.33% |
| 2012 | 78.60% | 3.42% | 6.69% | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 79.01% | 3.39% | 7.37% | 8.05% |
| 2014 | 78.43% | 3.15% | 7.37% | 8.85% |
| 2015 | 77.58% | 3.31% | 7.11% | 9.89% |
| 2016 | 77.09% | 3.54% | 7.72% | 9.34% |
| 2017 | 77.04% | 3.17% | 8.01% | 9.29% |
| 2018 | 74.98% | 3.33% | 8.26% | 10.34% |
| 2019 | 76.12% | 3.50% | 7.60% | 10.19% |
| 2020 | 74.32% | 3.04% | 7.13% | 10.91% |
| 2021 | 70.17% | 3.42% | 10.42% | 10.63% |
Ad compositor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian ad compositors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White ad compositors have the lowest average salary at $50,217.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $57,490 |
| White | $50,217 |
| Black or African American | $50,481 |
| Asian | $61,709 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,784 |
Average ad compositor age
See how the average age of ad compositors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Ad compositor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 33 |
| White | 40 | 35 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 34 |
| Asian | 36 | 33 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 31 |
Ad compositor age breakdown
The average age of ad compositors is 40+ years years old, representing 42% of the ad compositor population.
Ad compositor age breakdown
| Ad Compositor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 42% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Ad compositor educational attainment
The most common degree for ad compositors is bachelor's degree, with 50% of ad compositors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 50%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 18%
- High School Diploma, 14%
Ad compositors by degree level
| Ad compositor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 50% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 18% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
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Ad compositor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ad compositors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $74,351 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, ad compositors earn a median annual income of $62,514 compared to $50,445 for ad compositors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $74,351 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,514 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $50,445 |
Ad compositor employment statistics
Company size where ad compositors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where ad compositors work.
Ad compositor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 18% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 24% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 12% |
Ad compositor jobs by company type
Employees with the ad compositor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most ad compositors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Ad compositor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 13% |
Ad compositor turnover and employment statistics
Ad compositor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ad compositors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ad compositor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ad compositor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.84% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.12% |
| 2013 | 5.32% |
| 2014 | 4.78% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.15% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 3.55% |
| 2019 | 3.78% |
| 2020 | 6.80% |
| 2021 | 7.79% |
Average ad compositor tenure
The average ad compositor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 39 ad compositors resumes in Zippia's database.
Ad compositor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 25% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Ad compositor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ad compositors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Caricature Artist | 11.32% | 3,596 |
| Stage Set Designer | 12.35% | 45,818 |
| Ad Compositor | 13.05% | - |
| Floral Arranger | 14.26% | 469 |
| Window Decorator | 16.91% | 7,192 |
| Fashion Assistant | 17.98% | 2,420 |
| Room Designer | 22.51% | 68,469 |
Similar ad compositor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Caricature Artist | 11.32% | 3,596 |
| Stage Set Designer | 12.35% | 45,818 |
| Floral Arranger | 14.26% | 469 |
| Window Decorator | 16.91% | 7,192 |
| Fashion Assistant | 17.98% | 2,420 |
| Room Designer | 22.51% | 68,469 |