Adjunct mathematics instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Adjunct mathematics instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates adjunct mathematics instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our adjunct mathematics instructor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about adjunct mathematics instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 35,412 adjunct mathematics instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 46.0% of all adjunct mathematics instructors are women, while 54.0% are men.
- The average adjunct mathematics instructor age is 46 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of adjunct mathematics instructors is White (66.4%), followed by Asian (11.3%), Hispanic or Latino (10.0%) and Black or African American (7.0%).
- In 2022, women earned 96% of what men earned.
- 16% of all adjunct mathematics instructors are LGBT.
- Adjunct mathematics instructors are 92% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Adjunct mathematics instructor gender statistics
46.0% of adjunct mathematics instructors are women and 54.0% of adjunct mathematics instructors are men.
- Male, 54.0%
- Female, 46.0%
Adjunct mathematics instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.0% |
| Female | 46.0% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$56,372
Female income
$54,159
Adjunct mathematics instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in adjunct mathematics instructor positions over time. Currently, 46.0% of adjunct mathematics instructors are female.
Adjunct mathematics instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.63% | 45.37% |
| 2011 | 55.15% | 44.85% |
| 2012 | 54.83% | 45.17% |
| 2013 | 54.40% | 45.60% |
| 2014 | 53.27% | 46.73% |
| 2015 | 54.11% | 45.89% |
| 2016 | 53.77% | 46.23% |
| 2017 | 54.37% | 45.63% |
| 2018 | 53.79% | 46.21% |
| 2019 | 53.36% | 46.64% |
| 2020 | 52.71% | 47.29% |
| 2021 | 54.01% | 45.99% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared adjunct mathematics instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, hvac/r instructor and assistant professor of air conditioning and refrigeration have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetics Instructor | 8% | 92% |
| Cosmetology Instructor | 9% | 91% |
| Adjunct Nursing Faculty | 9% | 91% |
| Adjunct Mathematics Instructor | 54% | 46% |
| Diesel Technology Instructor | 97% | 3% |
| Assistant Professor Of Air Conditioning And Refrigeration | 97% | 3% |
| Hvac/R Instructor | 97% | 3% |
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Adjunct mathematics instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among adjunct mathematics instructors is White, which makes up 66.4% of all adjunct mathematics instructors. Comparatively, 11.3% of adjunct mathematics instructors are Asian and 10.0% of adjunct mathematics instructors are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 66.4%
- Asian, 11.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.0%
- Black or African American, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Adjunct mathematics instructor race
| Adjunct mathematics instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.4% |
| Asian | 11.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how adjunct mathematics instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Adjunct mathematics instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.86% | 7.17% | 9.24% | 8.15% |
| 2011 | 72.56% | 7.02% | 9.96% | 7.91% |
| 2012 | 72.15% | 7.31% | 9.83% | 8.15% |
| 2013 | 71.28% | 7.67% | 10.12% | 8.40% |
| 2014 | 71.38% | 7.29% | 9.79% | 8.79% |
| 2015 | 69.82% | 7.52% | 10.74% | 9.08% |
| 2016 | 70.32% | 7.45% | 10.46% | 8.97% |
| 2017 | 69.40% | 7.19% | 11.63% | 9.02% |
| 2018 | 71.18% | 6.93% | 9.95% | 9.22% |
| 2019 | 69.51% | 7.20% | 10.89% | 9.74% |
| 2020 | 67.59% | 6.90% | 10.53% | 9.90% |
| 2021 | 66.43% | 7.03% | 11.33% | 10.02% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian adjunct mathematics instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american adjunct mathematics instructors have the lowest average salary at $55,472.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $56,090 |
| White | $56,162 |
| Black or African American | $55,472 |
| Asian | $57,761 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $56,403 |
Average adjunct mathematics instructor age
See how the average age of adjunct mathematics instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Adjunct mathematics instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 45 |
| Unknown | 44.5 | 44 |
| Asian | 41 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 41 |
| White | 48 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 54 | 48 |
Adjunct mathematics instructor age breakdown
The average age of adjunct mathematics instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the adjunct mathematics instructor population.
Adjunct mathematics instructor age breakdown
| Adjunct Mathematics Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for adjunct mathematics instructors is bachelor's degree, with 56% of adjunct mathematics instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 34% and master's degree degree at 5%.
- Bachelor's, 56%
- Master's, 34%
- Associate, 5%
- Doctorate, 3%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Adjunct mathematics instructors by degree level
| Adjunct mathematics instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 56% |
| Master's | 34% |
| Associate | 5% |
| Doctorate | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Adjunct mathematics instructor wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $57,600 |
| Doctorate Degree | $69,772 |
Adjunct mathematics instructor employment statistics
Most adjunct mathematics instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where adjunct mathematics instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where adjunct mathematics instructors work.
Adjunct mathematics instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 22% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 2% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the adjunct mathematics instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most adjunct mathematics instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Adjunct mathematics instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 92% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for adjunct mathematics instructors are education, government and manufacturing.
Adjunct mathematics instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 91% |
| Government | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor turnover and employment statistics
Adjunct mathematics instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for adjunct mathematics instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Adjunct mathematics instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Adjunct mathematics instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.13% |
| 2011 | 3.11% |
| 2012 | 3.14% |
| 2013 | 3.31% |
| 2014 | 2.86% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.42% |
| 2017 | 2.51% |
| 2018 | 2.40% |
| 2019 | 2.23% |
| 2020 | 2.58% |
| 2021 | 2.98% |
Average adjunct mathematics instructor tenure
The average adjunct mathematics instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 760 adjunct mathematics instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Adjunct mathematics instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Adjunct mathematics instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of adjunct mathematics instructors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Researcher | 6.04% | 17,313 |
| Chinese Teacher | 9.52% | 53,955 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Adjunct Mathematics Instructor | 15.52% | - |
| Curriculum Specialist | 16.25% | 1,583 |
Similar adjunct mathematics instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Researcher | 6.04% | 17,313 |
| Chinese Teacher | 9.52% | 53,955 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Specialist | 16.25% | 1,583 |
Foreign languages spoken by adjunct mathematics instructors
The most common foreign language among adjunct mathematics instructors is Spanish at 31.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 14.3% and German is the third-most popular at 11.9%.
- Spanish, 31.0%
- Russian, 14.3%
- German, 11.9%
- French, 11.9%
- Arabic, 7.1%
- Other, 23.8%
Adjunct mathematics instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 31.0% |
| Russian | 14.3% |
| German | 11.9% |
| French | 11.9% |
| Arabic | 7.1% |
| Other | 23.8% |
