Athletic instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Athletic instructor gender statistics
34.0% of athletic instructors are women and 66.0% of athletic instructors are men.
- Male, 66.0%
- Female, 34.0%
Athletic instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.0% |
| Female | 34.0% |
Athletic instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$43,166
Female income
$41,509
Athletic instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in athletic instructor positions over time. Currently, 34.0% of athletic instructors are female.
Athletic instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.68% | 25.32% |
| 2011 | 72.61% | 27.39% |
| 2012 | 74.10% | 25.90% |
| 2013 | 71.58% | 28.42% |
| 2014 | 71.72% | 28.28% |
| 2015 | 72.20% | 27.80% |
| 2016 | 70.03% | 29.97% |
| 2017 | 70.65% | 29.35% |
| 2018 | 65.87% | 34.13% |
| 2019 | 63.50% | 36.50% |
| 2020 | 63.78% | 36.22% |
| 2021 | 65.99% | 34.01% |
Athletic instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared athletic instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Athletic Instructor | 66% | 34% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Athletic instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among athletic instructors is White, which makes up 66.1% of all athletic instructors. Comparatively, 13.3% of athletic instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.0% of athletic instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 66.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.3%
- Black or African American, 9.0%
- Unknown, 5.9%
- Asian, 5.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Athletic instructor race
| Athletic instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.3% |
| Black or African American | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 5.9% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Athletic instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how athletic instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Athletic instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.26% | 9.06% | 4.45% | 10.32% |
| 2011 | 72.24% | 9.58% | 4.57% | 10.27% |
| 2012 | 72.67% | 7.99% | 5.18% | 10.46% |
| 2013 | 70.03% | 8.94% | 4.62% | 12.07% |
| 2014 | 71.01% | 9.34% | 4.37% | 11.64% |
| 2015 | 71.88% | 8.22% | 4.74% | 12.07% |
| 2016 | 68.49% | 10.01% | 5.25% | 12.25% |
| 2017 | 69.63% | 9.27% | 4.62% | 12.03% |
| 2018 | 68.83% | 8.82% | 5.79% | 12.28% |
| 2019 | 66.89% | 9.46% | 6.00% | 13.87% |
| 2020 | 63.91% | 10.21% | 6.08% | 13.94% |
| 2021 | 66.06% | 8.96% | 5.47% | 13.35% |
Athletic instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian athletic instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White athletic instructors have the lowest average salary at $42,002.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,656 |
| White | $42,002 |
| Black or African American | $42,788 |
| Asian | $45,054 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,399 |
Average athletic instructor age
See how the average age of athletic instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Athletic instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 34 | 34.5 |
| Black or African American | 34 | 37 |
| Asian | 31 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 30 |
Athletic instructor age breakdown
The average age of athletic instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 33% of the athletic instructor population.
Athletic instructor age breakdown
| Athletic Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 33% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Athletic instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for athletic instructors is bachelor's degree, with 73% of athletic instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 13% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Associate, 13%
- Master's, 6%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Athletic instructors by degree level
| Athletic instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Master's | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Athletic instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, athletic instructors with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $52,617 annually. With a Master's degree, athletic instructors earn a median annual income of $52,076 compared to $42,170 for athletic instructors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $52,076 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,633 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,617 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,170 |
Athletic instructor employment statistics
Most athletic instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where athletic instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where athletic instructors work.
Athletic instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Athletic instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the athletic instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most athletic instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Athletic instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 51% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 29% |
| Government | 9% |
Athletic instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for athletic instructors are education, non profits and health care.
Athletic instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 37% |
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Health Care | 12% |
| Hospitality | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Athletic instructor turnover and employment statistics
Athletic instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for athletic instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Athletic instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Athletic instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.64% |
| 2011 | 10.09% |
| 2012 | 9.54% |
| 2013 | 7.83% |
| 2014 | 6.50% |
| 2015 | 6.51% |
| 2016 | 6.01% |
| 2017 | 6.48% |
| 2018 | 4.49% |
| 2019 | 3.86% |
| 2020 | 8.79% |
| 2021 | 6.62% |
Average athletic instructor tenure
The average athletic instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 219 athletic instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Athletic instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Athletic instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of athletic 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Toll Gate Keeper | 5.42% | 7,455 |
| Professional Volleyball Player | 6.54% | 49,831 |
| Athletic Instructor | 7.62% | - |
| Vocalist | 8.54% | 135 |
| Continuity Director | 13.74% | 4,903 |
| News Director | 14.31% | 13,114 |
| Choir Singer | 30.45% | 114 |
Similar athletic instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Toll Gate Keeper | 5.42% | 7,455 |
| Professional Volleyball Player | 6.54% | 49,831 |
| Vocalist | 8.54% | 135 |
| Continuity Director | 13.74% | 4,903 |
| News Director | 14.31% | 13,114 |
| Choir Singer | 30.45% | 114 |
Foreign languages spoken by athletic instructors
The most common foreign language among athletic instructors is Spanish at 64.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 7.1% and German is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 64.3%
- Portuguese, 7.1%
- German, 7.1%
- French, 7.1%
- Korean, 7.1%
- Other, 7.3%
Athletic instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.3% |
| Portuguese | 7.1% |
| German | 7.1% |
| French | 7.1% |
| Korean | 7.1% |
| Other | 7.3% |