Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for assistant state attorneys in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 42,908 assistant state attorneys currently employed in the United States.
- 45.9% of all assistant state attorneys are women, while 54.1% are men.
- The average age of an employed assistant state attorney is 46 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of assistant state attorneys is White (75.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (7.7%), Asian (6.3%) and Black or African American (5.5%).
- Assistant state attorneys are most in-demand in Clearwater, FL.
- The government industry is the highest-paying for assistant state attorneys.
- Oakland, CA pays an annual average wage of $129,056, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 10% of all assistant state attorneys are LGBT.
- New York is the best state for assistant state attorneys to live.
- Assistant state attorneys are 60% more likely to work at government companies in comparison to private companies.
Assistant State Attorney Statistics By Gender
45.9% of assistant state attorneys are women and 54.1% of assistant state attorneys are men.
- Male, 54.1%
- Female, 45.9%
Assistant State Attorneys By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.1% |
| Female | 45.9% |
Gender Pay Gap For Assistant State Attorney
Women Earn 95¢ For Every $1 Earned By Men
Assistant State Attorney Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the assistant state attorney position over time.
Assistant State Attorney Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.00% | 39.00% |
| 2011 | 60.22% | 39.78% |
| 2012 | 60.04% | 39.96% |
| 2013 | 59.42% | 40.58% |
| 2014 | 59.33% | 40.67% |
| 2015 | 56.70% | 43.30% |
| 2016 | 56.60% | 43.40% |
| 2017 | 56.71% | 43.29% |
| 2018 | 57.11% | 42.89% |
| 2019 | 56.39% | 43.61% |
| 2020 | 54.50% | 45.50% |
| 2021 | 54.07% | 45.93% |
Assistant State Attorney Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, patent examiner and patent attorney have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Veteran Appeals Reviewer | 17% | 83% |
| Guardian Ad Litem | 18% | 82% |
| Surrogate | 18% | 82% |
| Assistant State Attorney | 54% | 46% |
| Patent Analyst | 72% | 28% |
| Patent Attorney | 79% | 21% |
| Patent Examiner | 81% | 19% |
Assistant State Attorney Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among assistant state attorneys is White, which makes up 75.7% of all assistant state attorneys. Comparatively, there are 7.7% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 6.3% of the Asian ethnicity.
- White, 75.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.7%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Black or African American, 5.5%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Assistant State Attorney Race
| Assistant State Attorney Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 75.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.7% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Black or African American | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Assistant State Attorney Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among assistant state attorneys.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Assistant State Attorney Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.39% | 5.10% | 4.75% | 5.94% |
| 2011 | 82.16% | 5.41% | 4.91% | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 82.23% | 5.03% | 5.08% | 5.97% |
| 2013 | 81.99% | 5.12% | 5.12% | 5.70% |
| 2014 | 81.33% | 5.62% | 5.35% | 5.84% |
| 2015 | 81.23% | 5.28% | 5.44% | 6.26% |
| 2016 | 80.66% | 5.34% | 5.59% | 6.55% |
| 2017 | 80.69% | 5.31% | 5.56% | 6.32% |
| 2018 | 80.05% | 5.49% | 5.49% | 6.93% |
| 2019 | 79.59% | 5.47% | 5.87% | 7.00% |
| 2020 | 77.07% | 5.37% | 6.18% | 7.15% |
| 2021 | 75.73% | 5.51% | 6.34% | 7.74% |
Assistant State Attorney Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $73,009 |
| White | $74,657 |
| Black or African American | $70,823 |
| Asian | $77,423 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $71,772 |
Average Age of an Assistant State Attorney
We determined the average age of assistant state attorneys based on ethnicity and gender.
Assistant State Attorney Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 44 |
| Unknown | 46 | 40 |
| Asian | 41 | 40.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 39 |
| White | 48 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 | 50 |
Assistant State Attorney Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of assistant state attorney employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of assistant state attorneys is 40+ years old, which represents 67% of the population.
Assistant State Attorney Age
| Assistant State Attorney Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Types of Assistant State Attorney Degree Levels
The most common degree for assistant state attorneys is doctoral degree 51% of assistant state attorneys earn that degree. A close second is bachelor's degree with 41% and rounding it off is master's degree with 4%.
- Doctorate, 51%
- Bachelors, 41%
- Masters, 4%
- Associate, 3%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Assistant State Attorneys By Education
| Assistant State Attorney Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Doctorate | 51% |
| Bachelors | 41% |
| Masters | 4% |
| Associate | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Assistant State Attorney Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where assistant state attorneys work. We found most assistant state attorneys work for a government company. In addition, the industry that employs the most assistant state attorneys is the government industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire assistant state attorneys.
Assistant State Attorney Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
The Types Of Companies Assistant State Attorney Work In
Employees with the assistant state attorney job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most assistant state attorneys prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Assistant State Attorney Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Private | 32% |
| Government | 60% |
Top Industries Hiring Assistant State Attorneys
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ assistant state attorneys. Those industries include government, professional and education.
Assistant State Attorney Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 61% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Education | 8% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Assistant State Attorney Turnover And Employment Statistics
Assistant State Attorney Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of assistant state attorneys changed.
- Unemployment rate
Assistant State Attorney Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Assistant State Attorney Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.19% |
| 2011 | 1.85% |
| 2012 | 1.64% |
| 2013 | 1.90% |
| 2014 | 1.57% |
| 2015 | 1.34% |
| 2016 | 1.09% |
| 2017 | 1.17% |
| 2018 | 1.10% |
| 2019 | 1.16% |
| 2020 | 1.33% |
| 2021 | 1.55% |
The Average Number of Years That Assistant State Attorney Stay in a Job
By looking over 2,079 assistant state attorneys resumes, we figured out that the average assistant state attorney enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 30%.
Assistant State Attorney Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Assistant State Attorneys with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to assistant state attorneys.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Judicial Clerk | 5.54% | 66,362 |
| Office Manager And Legal Assistant | 6.63% | 37,838 |
| Title Examiner | 8.14% | 2,994 |
| Court Reporter | 9.12% | 2,329 |
| Assistant State Attorney | 10.48% | - |
| Legislative Aide | 14.16% | 40,281 |
Assistant State Attorney LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Judicial Clerk | 5.54% | 66,362 |
| Office Manager And Legal Assistant | 6.63% | 37,838 |
| Title Examiner | 8.14% | 2,994 |
| Court Reporter | 9.12% | 2,329 |
| Legislative Aide | 14.16% | 40,281 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Assistant State Attorneys
The most common foreign language among assistant state attorneys is Spanish at 43.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.0% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 43.3%
- French, 10.0%
- Arabic, 6.7%
- Chinese, 4.4%
- German, 4.4%
- Other, 31.2%
Assistant State Attorney Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 43.3% |
| French | 10.0% |
| Arabic | 6.7% |
| Chinese | 4.4% |
| German | 4.4% |
| Other | 31.2% |
