Buying analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Buying analyst gender statistics
47.8% of buying analysts are women and 52.2% of buying analysts are men.
- Male, 52.2%
- Female, 47.8%
Buying analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 52.2% |
| Female | 47.8% |
Buying analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$81,895
Female income
$77,940
Buying analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in buying analyst positions over time. Currently, 47.8% of buying analysts are female.
Buying analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 51.53% | 48.47% |
| 2011 | 50.26% | 49.74% |
| 2012 | 52.14% | 47.86% |
| 2013 | 53.25% | 46.75% |
| 2014 | 52.20% | 47.80% |
| 2015 | 51.34% | 48.66% |
| 2016 | 51.87% | 48.13% |
| 2017 | 52.05% | 47.95% |
| 2018 | 52.80% | 47.20% |
| 2019 | 51.34% | 48.66% |
| 2020 | 51.64% | 48.36% |
| 2021 | 52.24% | 47.76% |
Buying analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared buying analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Buying Analyst | 52% | 48% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Buying analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among buying analysts is White, which makes up 65.9% of all buying analysts. Comparatively, 12.4% of buying analysts are Hispanic or Latino and 9.1% of buying analysts are Black or African American.
- White, 65.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.4%
- Black or African American, 9.1%
- Asian, 7.4%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Buying analyst race
| Buying analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Asian | 7.4% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Buying analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how buying analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Buying analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.98% | 8.88% | 4.90% | 10.43% |
| 2011 | 72.34% | 9.97% | 5.87% | 10.02% |
| 2012 | 72.53% | 9.35% | 5.36% | 10.56% |
| 2013 | 73.20% | 9.68% | 5.88% | 8.78% |
| 2014 | 72.10% | 8.85% | 6.94% | 9.43% |
| 2015 | 73.53% | 8.71% | 6.29% | 9.32% |
| 2016 | 70.86% | 9.67% | 6.09% | 10.90% |
| 2017 | 72.22% | 8.05% | 7.50% | 9.98% |
| 2018 | 71.63% | 8.75% | 6.84% | 10.56% |
| 2019 | 70.81% | 8.58% | 6.97% | 11.27% |
| 2020 | 66.41% | 9.54% | 6.84% | 12.66% |
| 2021 | 65.88% | 9.07% | 7.43% | 12.44% |
Buying analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian buying analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown buying analysts have the lowest average salary at $79,531.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $79,531 |
| White | $80,904 |
| Black or African American | $83,274 |
| Asian | $83,907 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $81,937 |
Average buying analyst age
See how the average age of buying analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Buying analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 55 | 48 |
| Unknown | 44 | 43 |
| Asian | 43 | 43.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 47 |
| White | 50 | 50 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 |
Buying analyst age breakdown
The average age of buying analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 72% of the buying analyst population.
Buying analyst age breakdown
| Buying Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Buying analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for buying analysts is bachelor's degree, with 72% of buying analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- Associate, 12%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Buying analysts by degree level
| Buying analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Buying analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, buying analysts with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $101,411 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, buying analysts earn a median annual income of $88,092 compared to $71,681 for buying analysts with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $101,411 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $71,681 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $88,092 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $69,232 |
Buying analyst employment statistics
Most buying analysts work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where buying analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where buying analysts work.
Buying analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 35% |
Buying analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the buying analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most buying analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Buying analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 2% |
Buying analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for buying analysts are manufacturing, retail and finance.
Buying analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 18% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Buying analyst turnover and employment statistics
Buying analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for buying analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Buying analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Buying analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.44% |
| 2011 | 5.64% |
| 2012 | 5.01% |
| 2013 | 4.52% |
| 2014 | 2.61% |
| 2015 | 2.75% |
| 2016 | 1.99% |
| 2017 | 1.76% |
| 2018 | 1.71% |
| 2019 | 1.90% |
| 2020 | 2.63% |
| 2021 | 3.60% |
Average buying analyst tenure
The average buying analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 529 buying analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Buying analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Buying analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of buying analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Building Construction Estimator | 4.41% | 41,605 |
| Buying Analyst | 7.17% | - |
| Logistics Engineer | 8.65% | 17,228 |
| Research Analyst | 10.00% | 81,374 |
| Master Hearth Technician | 11.05% | 22,603 |
| Water Pollution Control Inspector | 11.64% | 49,720 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Similar buying analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Building Construction Estimator | 4.41% | 41,605 |
| Logistics Engineer | 8.65% | 17,228 |
| Research Analyst | 10.00% | 81,374 |
| Master Hearth Technician | 11.05% | 22,603 |
| Water Pollution Control Inspector | 11.64% | 49,720 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Foreign languages spoken by buying analysts
The most common foreign language among buying analysts is Spanish at 55.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 5.0% and Albanian is the third-most popular at 5.0%.
- Spanish, 55.0%
- Chinese, 5.0%
- Albanian, 5.0%
- Mandarin, 5.0%
- Carrier, 5.0%
- Other, 25.0%
Buying analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.0% |
| Chinese | 5.0% |
| Albanian | 5.0% |
| Mandarin | 5.0% |
| Carrier | 5.0% |
| Other | 25.0% |
