Campaigner demographics and statistics in the US
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Campaigner gender statistics
56.6% of campaigners are women and 43.4% of campaigners are men.
- Female, 56.6%
- Male, 43.4%
Campaigner gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.6% |
| Male | 43.4% |
Campaigner gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,344
Female income
$47,297
Campaigner gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in campaigner positions over time. Currently, 56.6% of campaigners are female.
Campaigner gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.94% | 50.06% |
| 2011 | 45.49% | 54.51% |
| 2012 | 47.47% | 52.53% |
| 2013 | 49.79% | 50.21% |
| 2014 | 48.90% | 51.10% |
| 2015 | 43.25% | 56.75% |
| 2016 | 46.56% | 53.44% |
| 2017 | 52.02% | 47.98% |
| 2018 | 50.36% | 49.64% |
| 2019 | 49.83% | 50.17% |
| 2020 | 43.63% | 56.37% |
| 2021 | 43.38% | 56.62% |
Campaigner related jobs gender ratio
We compared campaigners with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Campaigner | 43% | 57% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Campaigner demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among campaigners is White, which makes up 55.6% of all campaigners. Comparatively, 19.4% of campaigners are Hispanic or Latino and 11.0% of campaigners are Black or African American.
- White, 55.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.4%
- Black or African American, 11.0%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- Asian, 6.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Campaigner race
| Campaigner race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
| Black or African American | 11.0% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Campaigner race and ethnicity over time
See how campaigner racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Campaigner race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.17% | 12.47% | 4.76% | 14.55% |
| 2011 | 62.59% | 13.73% | 5.13% | 14.68% |
| 2012 | 60.14% | 13.17% | 5.39% | 15.87% |
| 2013 | 60.74% | 11.58% | 5.08% | 17.52% |
| 2014 | 59.00% | 13.05% | 5.71% | 17.48% |
| 2015 | 61.10% | 12.30% | 6.48% | 16.18% |
| 2016 | 59.73% | 10.99% | 6.68% | 17.62% |
| 2017 | 59.76% | 12.03% | 5.49% | 18.83% |
| 2018 | 62.91% | 12.13% | 4.94% | 15.19% |
| 2019 | 60.86% | 9.77% | 6.18% | 18.38% |
| 2020 | 57.36% | 8.43% | 6.80% | 19.64% |
| 2021 | 55.57% | 11.02% | 6.29% | 19.39% |
Campaigner wage gap by race
According to our data, asian campaigners have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american campaigners have the lowest average salary at $44,702.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,217 |
| White | $48,625 |
| Black or African American | $44,702 |
| Asian | $50,909 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,513 |
Average campaigner age
See how the average age of campaigners varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Campaigner age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40.5 | |
| White | 42.5 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 45 | 50.5 |
| Asian | 32 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 37 |
Campaigner age breakdown
The average age of campaigners is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the campaigner population.
Campaigner age breakdown
| Campaigner Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Campaigner educational attainment
The most common degree for campaigners is bachelor's degree, with 51% of campaigners earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 51%
- Associate, 16%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Campaigners by degree level
| Campaigner degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 51% |
| Associate | 16% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Campaigner wage gap by degree level
According to the data, campaigners with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $59,815 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, campaigners earn a median annual income of $48,679 compared to $41,391 for campaigners with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,815 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,810 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,679 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,391 |
Campaigner employment statistics
Company size where campaigners work
Below, you can see the size of companies where campaigners work.
Campaigner jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 11% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Campaigner jobs by industry
The most common industries for campaigners are non profits, government and hospitality.
Campaigner industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 38% |
| Government | 14% |
| Hospitality | 10% |
| Media | 7% |
| Start-up | 7% |
| Internet | 7% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
Campaigner turnover and employment statistics
Campaigner unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for campaigners between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Campaigner unemployment rate by year
| Year | Campaigner unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.67% |
| 2011 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 7.54% |
| 2013 | 6.55% |
| 2014 | 5.84% |
| 2015 | 5.71% |
| 2016 | 5.17% |
| 2017 | 5.23% |
| 2018 | 5.73% |
| 2019 | 3.88% |
| 2020 | 3.90% |
| 2021 | 5.40% |
Average campaigner tenure
The average campaigner stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 157 campaigners resumes in Zippia's database.
Campaigner tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 66% |
| 1-2 years | 18% |
| 3-4 years | 3% |
| 5-7 years | 7% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Campaigner LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of campaigners 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Grief Counselor | 8.96% | 27,537 |
| Court Worker | 9.50% | 20,668 |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Welfare Aide | 11.48% | 40,588 |
| Residential Counselor | 15.06% | 81,287 |
| Mental Health Unit Lead Psychologist | 15.06% | 84,954 |
| Campaigner | 20.79% | - |
Similar campaigner jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Grief Counselor | 8.96% | 27,537 |
| Court Worker | 9.50% | 20,668 |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Welfare Aide | 11.48% | 40,588 |
| Residential Counselor | 15.06% | 81,287 |
| Mental Health Unit Lead Psychologist | 15.06% | 84,954 |
Foreign languages spoken by campaigners
The most common foreign language among campaigners is Spanish at 23.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.0% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 23.3%
- French, 10.0%
- Mandarin, 10.0%
- Korean, 10.0%
- Italian, 10.0%
- Other, 36.7%
Campaigner languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 23.3% |
| French | 10.0% |
| Mandarin | 10.0% |
| Korean | 10.0% |
| Italian | 10.0% |
| Other | 36.7% |
