Behavioral sciences instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Behavioral sciences instructor gender statistics
71.6% of behavioral sciences instructors are women and 28.4% of behavioral sciences instructors are men.
- Female, 71.6%
- Male, 28.4%
Behavioral sciences instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 71.6% |
| Male | 28.4% |
Behavioral sciences instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,047
Female income
$40,341
Behavioral sciences instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in behavioral sciences instructor positions over time. Currently, 71.6% of behavioral sciences instructors are female.
Behavioral sciences instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28.94% | 71.06% |
| 2011 | 29.38% | 70.62% |
| 2012 | 29.11% | 70.89% |
| 2013 | 28.75% | 71.25% |
| 2014 | 27.84% | 72.16% |
| 2015 | 28.52% | 71.48% |
| 2016 | 28.24% | 71.76% |
| 2017 | 28.73% | 71.27% |
| 2018 | 28.25% | 71.75% |
| 2019 | 27.91% | 72.09% |
| 2020 | 27.38% | 72.62% |
| 2021 | 28.43% | 71.57% |
Behavioral sciences instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared behavioral sciences 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% |
| Behavioral Sciences Instructor | 28% | 72% |
| Diesel Technology Instructor | 97% | 3% |
| Assistant Professor Of Air Conditioning And Refrigeration | 97% | 3% |
| Hvac/R Instructor | 97% | 3% |
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Behavioral sciences instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among behavioral sciences instructors is White, which makes up 65.9% of all behavioral sciences instructors. Comparatively, 11.2% of behavioral sciences instructors are Asian and 10.4% of behavioral sciences instructors are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 65.9%
- Asian, 11.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.4%
- Black or African American, 7.3%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Behavioral sciences instructor race
| Behavioral sciences instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.9% |
| Asian | 11.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Behavioral sciences instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how behavioral sciences instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Behavioral sciences instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.28% | 7.44% | 9.12% | 8.52% |
| 2011 | 71.98% | 7.29% | 9.85% | 8.28% |
| 2012 | 71.57% | 7.59% | 9.72% | 8.52% |
| 2013 | 70.71% | 7.95% | 10.01% | 8.77% |
| 2014 | 70.80% | 7.57% | 9.68% | 9.16% |
| 2015 | 69.24% | 7.79% | 10.62% | 9.45% |
| 2016 | 69.74% | 7.72% | 10.35% | 9.34% |
| 2017 | 68.82% | 7.47% | 11.52% | 9.39% |
| 2018 | 70.60% | 7.21% | 9.84% | 9.59% |
| 2019 | 68.93% | 7.47% | 10.78% | 10.11% |
| 2020 | 67.01% | 7.18% | 10.42% | 10.27% |
| 2021 | 65.86% | 7.30% | 11.22% | 10.39% |
Behavioral sciences instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian behavioral sciences instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american behavioral sciences instructors have the lowest average salary at $41,353.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,831 |
| White | $41,884 |
| Black or African American | $41,353 |
| Asian | $43,122 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,066 |
Average behavioral sciences instructor age
See how the average age of behavioral sciences instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Behavioral sciences 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 |
Behavioral sciences instructor age breakdown
The average age of behavioral sciences instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the behavioral sciences instructor population.
Behavioral sciences instructor age breakdown
| Behavioral Sciences Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Behavioral sciences instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for behavioral sciences instructors is bachelor's degree, with 70% of behavioral sciences instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 13% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 70%
- Master's, 13%
- Associate, 8%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Behavioral sciences instructors by degree level
| Behavioral sciences instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 70% |
| Master's | 13% |
| Associate | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Behavioral sciences instructor wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $42,989 |
| Doctorate Degree | $52,442 |
Behavioral sciences instructor employment statistics
Most behavioral sciences instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where behavioral sciences instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where behavioral sciences instructors work.
Behavioral sciences instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Behavioral sciences instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the behavioral sciences instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most behavioral sciences instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Behavioral sciences instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 46% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 38% |
| Government | 10% |
Behavioral sciences instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for behavioral sciences instructors are education, health care and non profits.
Behavioral sciences instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 29% |
| Health Care | 18% |
| Non Profits | 14% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Government | 7% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Behavioral sciences instructor turnover and employment statistics
Behavioral sciences instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for behavioral sciences instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Behavioral sciences instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Behavioral sciences 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 behavioral sciences instructor tenure
The average behavioral sciences instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 591 behavioral sciences instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Behavioral sciences instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Behavioral sciences instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of behavioral sciences 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 Assistant | 6.04% | 3,026 |
| Reading Teacher | 9.52% | 68,234 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Behavioral Sciences Instructor | 15.52% | - |
| Instructional Coordinator | 16.25% | 25,255 |
Similar behavioral sciences instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Assistant | 6.04% | 3,026 |
| Reading Teacher | 9.52% | 68,234 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Instructional Coordinator | 16.25% | 25,255 |
Foreign languages spoken by behavioral sciences instructors
The most common foreign language among behavioral sciences instructors is Spanish at 73.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 4.3% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 4.3%.
- Spanish, 73.9%
- German, 4.3%
- Japanese, 4.3%
- Chinese, 2.2%
- Vietnamese, 2.2%
- Other, 13.1%
Behavioral sciences instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 73.9% |
| German | 4.3% |
| Japanese | 4.3% |
| Chinese | 2.2% |
| Vietnamese | 2.2% |
| Other | 13.1% |