Auditor demographics and statistics in the US
Auditor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates auditor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our auditor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about auditors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 228,059 auditors currently employed in the United States.
- 55.1% of all auditors are women, while 44.9% are men.
- The average auditor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of auditors is White (63.5%), followed by Asian (12.1%), Hispanic or Latino (11.1%) and Black or African American (8.8%).
- Auditors are most in-demand in Atlanta, GA.
- The professional industry is the highest-paying for auditors.
- 7% of all auditors are LGBT.
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Auditor demographics by:
Auditor gender statistics
55.1% of auditors are women and 44.9% of auditors are men.
- Female, 55.1%
- Male, 44.9%
Auditor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% |
| Male | 44.9% |
Auditor gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,790
Female income
$50,611
Auditor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in auditor positions over time. Currently, 55.1% of auditors are female.
Auditor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 43.02% | 56.98% |
| 2011 | 43.25% | 56.75% |
| 2012 | 43.26% | 56.74% |
| 2013 | 42.97% | 57.03% |
| 2014 | 42.38% | 57.62% |
| 2015 | 40.91% | 59.09% |
| 2016 | 41.86% | 58.14% |
| 2017 | 42.30% | 57.70% |
| 2018 | 42.97% | 57.03% |
| 2019 | 43.66% | 56.34% |
| 2020 | 43.79% | 56.21% |
| 2021 | 44.93% | 55.07% |
Auditor related jobs gender ratio
We compared auditors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, renewable energy system finance specialist and chartered finance analyst have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Officer | 15% | 85% |
| Customs Verifier | 20% | 80% |
| Credit Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Auditor | 45% | 55% |
| Head Analyst | 86% | 14% |
| Chartered Finance Analyst | 90% | 10% |
| Renewable Energy System Finance Specialist | 92% | 8% |
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Auditor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among auditors is White, which makes up 63.5% of all auditors. Comparatively, 12.1% of auditors are Asian and 11.1% of auditors are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 63.5%
- Asian, 12.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.1%
- Black or African American, 8.8%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Auditor race
| Auditor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.5% |
| Asian | 12.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.8% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Auditor race and ethnicity over time
See how auditor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Auditor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.77% | 9.66% | 9.41% | 9.34% |
| 2011 | 70.00% | 9.74% | 9.10% | 9.34% |
| 2012 | 69.63% | 9.44% | 9.30% | 9.77% |
| 2013 | 68.91% | 9.60% | 9.86% | 9.74% |
| 2014 | 68.97% | 9.53% | 9.63% | 9.74% |
| 2015 | 68.20% | 9.90% | 9.47% | 10.26% |
| 2016 | 68.43% | 9.62% | 9.62% | 10.25% |
| 2017 | 68.00% | 9.31% | 10.06% | 10.43% |
| 2018 | 67.63% | 9.25% | 9.83% | 11.00% |
| 2019 | 67.04% | 9.08% | 11.02% | 10.88% |
| 2020 | 66.06% | 8.80% | 11.07% | 10.37% |
| 2021 | 63.52% | 8.79% | 12.13% | 11.13% |
Auditor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian auditors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino auditors have the lowest average salary at $53,436.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $53,988 |
| White | $55,273 |
| Black or African American | $53,833 |
| Asian | $57,521 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,436 |
Average auditor age
See how the average age of auditors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Auditor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 47 |
| Unknown | 38 | 41 |
| Asian | 38 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 41 |
| White | 40 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38.5 | 41 |
Auditor age breakdown
The average age of auditors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the auditor population.
Auditor age breakdown
| Auditor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Auditor educational attainment
The most common degree for auditors is bachelor's degree, with 55% of auditors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 55%
- Associate, 15%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 9%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Auditors by degree level
| Auditor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 55% |
| Associate | 15% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Auditor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, auditors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $67,550 annually. With a Master's degree, auditors earn a median annual income of $64,382 compared to $56,845 for auditors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $64,382 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,845 |
| Doctorate Degree | $67,550 |
Auditor employment statistics
Most auditors work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where auditors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where auditors work.
Auditor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 43% |
Auditor jobs by company type
Employees with the auditor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most auditors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Auditor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 38% |
| Private | 50% |
| Government | 9% |
Auditor jobs by industry
The most common industries for auditors are retail, professional and finance.
Auditor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Government | 7% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Auditor turnover and employment statistics
Auditor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for auditors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Auditor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Auditor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.20% |
| 2011 | 4.43% |
| 2012 | 3.54% |
| 2013 | 3.25% |
| 2014 | 2.58% |
| 2015 | 2.18% |
| 2016 | 2.31% |
| 2017 | 2.00% |
| 2018 | 1.59% |
| 2019 | 1.89% |
| 2020 | 2.48% |
| 2021 | 2.71% |
Average auditor tenure
The average auditor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 45,966 auditors resumes in Zippia's database.
Auditor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Auditor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of auditors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Specialist | 4.38% | 97,216 |
| Analyst Internship | 7.33% | 103,723 |
| Auditor | 7.40% | - |
| Tax Evaluator | 7.56% | 26,823 |
| Revenue Collector | 7.65% | 5,944 |
| Senior Cost Analyst | 12.94% | 53,872 |
| Check Examiner | 19.38% | 2,208 |
Similar auditor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Specialist | 4.38% | 97,216 |
| Analyst Internship | 7.33% | 103,723 |
| Tax Evaluator | 7.56% | 26,823 |
| Revenue Collector | 7.65% | 5,944 |
| Senior Cost Analyst | 12.94% | 53,872 |
| Check Examiner | 19.38% | 2,208 |
Foreign languages spoken by auditors
The most common foreign language among auditors is Spanish at 54.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.5% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 6.5%.
- Spanish, 54.3%
- French, 7.5%
- Mandarin, 6.5%
- Chinese, 6.0%
- Portuguese, 3.2%
- Other, 22.5%
Auditor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.3% |
| French | 7.5% |
| Mandarin | 6.5% |
| Chinese | 6.0% |
| Portuguese | 3.2% |
| Other | 22.5% |
