Assistant editor demographics and statistics in the US
Assistant editor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates assistant editor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our assistant editor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about assistant editors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 53,297 assistant editors currently employed in the United States.
- 54.1% of all assistant editors are women, while 45.9% are men.
- The average assistant editor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of assistant editors is White (76.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (7.9%), Asian (7.0%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- Assistant editors are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- Huntington, NY pays an annual average wage of $70,168, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women assistant editors earned 101% of what men earned.
- New York is the best state for assistant editors to live.
- Assistant editors are 72% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Assistant editor demographics by:
Assistant editor gender statistics
54.1% of assistant editors are women and 45.9% of assistant editors are men.
- Female, 54.1%
- Male, 45.9%
Assistant editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% |
| Male | 45.9% |
Assistant editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,255
Female income
$51,767
Assistant editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in assistant editor positions over time. Currently, 54.1% of assistant editors are female.
Assistant editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.25% | 50.75% |
| 2011 | 50.26% | 49.74% |
| 2012 | 52.53% | 47.47% |
| 2013 | 52.52% | 47.48% |
| 2014 | 51.31% | 48.69% |
| 2015 | 49.79% | 50.21% |
| 2016 | 51.06% | 48.94% |
| 2017 | 50.53% | 49.47% |
| 2018 | 46.74% | 53.26% |
| 2019 | 50.14% | 49.86% |
| 2020 | 47.68% | 52.32% |
| 2021 | 45.91% | 54.09% |
Assistant editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared assistant editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Assistant Editor | 46% | 54% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Assistant editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among assistant editors is White, which makes up 76.8% of all assistant editors. Comparatively, 7.9% of assistant editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.0% of assistant editors are Asian.
- White, 76.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.9%
- Asian, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Assistant editor race
| Assistant editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.9% |
| Asian | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Assistant editor race and ethnicity over time
See how assistant editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Assistant editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.89% | 3.85% | 6.34% | 7.59% |
| 2011 | 82.06% | 3.86% | 5.17% | 7.38% |
| 2012 | 81.57% | 4.01% | 5.45% | 7.08% |
| 2013 | 78.75% | 4.79% | 6.33% | 7.13% |
| 2014 | 79.75% | 3.94% | 6.54% | 7.37% |
| 2015 | 78.41% | 4.39% | 6.53% | 8.11% |
| 2016 | 78.47% | 4.40% | 6.36% | 8.25% |
| 2017 | 78.47% | 4.51% | 6.44% | 7.58% |
| 2018 | 78.53% | 3.91% | 6.99% | 7.76% |
| 2019 | 77.73% | 3.78% | 7.39% | 8.84% |
| 2020 | 75.83% | 3.63% | 6.74% | 8.56% |
| 2021 | 76.79% | 3.49% | 7.04% | 7.86% |
Assistant editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian assistant editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american assistant editors have the lowest average salary at $49,528.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $51,205 |
| White | $50,044 |
| Black or African American | $49,528 |
| Asian | $53,067 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $52,525 |
Average assistant editor age
See how the average age of assistant editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Assistant editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Assistant editor age breakdown
The average age of assistant editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the assistant editor population.
Assistant editor age breakdown
| Assistant Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Assistant editor educational attainment
The most common degree for assistant editors is bachelor's degree, with 81% of assistant editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 9% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 81%
- Master's, 9%
- Associate, 6%
- High School Diploma, 1%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Assistant editors by degree level
| Assistant editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 81% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Associate | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Assistant editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, assistant editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $60,080 annually. With a Master's degree, assistant editors earn a median annual income of $56,916 compared to $52,846 for assistant editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $56,916 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,846 |
| Doctorate Degree | $60,080 |
Assistant editor employment statistics
Most assistant editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where assistant editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where assistant editors work.
Assistant editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Assistant editor jobs by company type
Employees with the assistant editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most assistant editors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Assistant editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 72% |
| Government | 1% |
Assistant editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for assistant editors are media, education and technology.
Assistant editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 52% |
| Education | 11% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Assistant editor turnover and employment statistics
Assistant editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for assistant editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Assistant editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Assistant editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average assistant editor tenure
The average assistant editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 11,778 assistant editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Assistant editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 39% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Assistant editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of assistant editors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Internship | 10.10% | 48,236 |
| Radio Commentator | 10.34% | 2,174 |
| Media Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 44,665 |
| Assistant Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Russian Language Interpreter And Translator | 14.90% | 23,144 |
| Web Writer | 16.36% | 22,622 |
| Mobile Disc Jockey | 16.36% | 5,576 |
Similar assistant editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Internship | 10.10% | 48,236 |
| Radio Commentator | 10.34% | 2,174 |
| Media Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 44,665 |
| Russian Language Interpreter And Translator | 14.90% | 23,144 |
| Web Writer | 16.36% | 22,622 |
| Mobile Disc Jockey | 16.36% | 5,576 |
Foreign languages spoken by assistant editors
The most common foreign language among assistant editors is Spanish at 39.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 18.4% and German is the third-most popular at 7.2%.
- Spanish, 39.5%
- French, 18.4%
- German, 7.2%
- Italian, 5.3%
- Chinese, 4.5%
- Other, 25.1%
Assistant editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 39.5% |
| French | 18.4% |
| German | 7.2% |
| Italian | 5.3% |
| Chinese | 4.5% |
| Other | 25.1% |
