Certified lactation educator demographics and statistics in the US
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Certified lactation educator gender statistics
78.1% of certified lactation educators are women and 21.9% of certified lactation educators are men.
- Female, 78.1%
- Male, 21.9%
Certified lactation educator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 78.1% |
| Male | 21.9% |
Certified lactation educator gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$72,315
Female income
$72,091
Certified lactation educator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certified lactation educator positions over time. Currently, 78.1% of certified lactation educators are female.
Certified lactation educator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 26.73% | 73.27% |
| 2011 | 23.38% | 76.62% |
| 2012 | 24.84% | 75.16% |
| 2013 | 26.61% | 73.39% |
| 2014 | 25.92% | 74.08% |
| 2015 | 21.79% | 78.21% |
| 2016 | 24.16% | 75.84% |
| 2017 | 28.39% | 71.61% |
| 2018 | 27.06% | 72.94% |
| 2019 | 26.64% | 73.36% |
| 2020 | 22.06% | 77.94% |
| 2021 | 21.89% | 78.11% |
Certified lactation educator related jobs gender ratio
We compared certified lactation educators 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% |
| Certified Lactation Educator | 22% | 78% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Certified lactation educator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certified lactation educators is White, which makes up 55.7% of all certified lactation educators. Comparatively, 20.2% of certified lactation educators are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of certified lactation educators are Black or African American.
- White, 55.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.2%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Certified lactation educator race
| Certified lactation educator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Certified lactation educator race and ethnicity over time
See how certified lactation educator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Certified lactation educator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.27% | 11.44% | 5.19% | 15.39% |
| 2011 | 62.69% | 12.70% | 5.56% | 15.52% |
| 2012 | 60.24% | 12.14% | 5.83% | 16.71% |
| 2013 | 60.84% | 10.55% | 5.51% | 18.36% |
| 2014 | 59.10% | 12.02% | 6.15% | 18.32% |
| 2015 | 61.20% | 11.27% | 6.92% | 17.03% |
| 2016 | 59.83% | 9.96% | 7.11% | 18.46% |
| 2017 | 59.86% | 11.00% | 5.92% | 19.67% |
| 2018 | 63.01% | 11.10% | 5.38% | 16.04% |
| 2019 | 60.96% | 8.74% | 6.61% | 19.23% |
| 2020 | 57.46% | 7.39% | 7.24% | 20.48% |
| 2021 | 55.67% | 9.99% | 6.72% | 20.24% |
Certified lactation educator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian certified lactation educators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american certified lactation educators have the lowest average salary at $69,081.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $70,715 |
| White | $73,362 |
| Black or African American | $69,081 |
| Asian | $77,336 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $71,354 |
Average certified lactation educator age
See how the average age of certified lactation educators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certified lactation educator 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 |
Certified lactation educator age breakdown
The average age of certified lactation educators is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the certified lactation educator population.
Certified lactation educator age breakdown
| Certified Lactation Educator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Certified lactation educator educational attainment
The most common degree for certified lactation educators is bachelor's degree, with 60% of certified lactation educators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 17% and master's degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Master's, 17%
- Associate, 13%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Certified lactation educators by degree level
| Certified lactation educator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Master's | 17% |
| Associate | 13% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Certified lactation educator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certified lactation educators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $85,175 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, certified lactation educators earn a median annual income of $73,744 compared to $64,797 for certified lactation educators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $85,175 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $63,166 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,744 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $64,797 |
Certified lactation educator employment statistics
Most certified lactation educators work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where certified lactation educators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certified lactation educators work.
Certified lactation educator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Certified lactation educator jobs by company type
Employees with the certified lactation educator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most certified lactation educators prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Certified lactation educator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 44% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 41% |
| Government | 9% |
Certified lactation educator jobs by industry
The most common industries for certified lactation educators are education, health care and non profits.
Certified lactation educator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 35% |
| Health Care | 30% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Government | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Certified lactation educator turnover and employment statistics
Certified lactation educator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certified lactation educators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Certified lactation educator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certified lactation educator 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 certified lactation educator tenure
The average certified lactation educator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 338 certified lactation educators resumes in Zippia's database.
Certified lactation educator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Certified lactation educator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certified lactation educators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Probation And Parole Officer | 9.50% | 55,952 |
| Grand Scribe | 11.25% | 1,721 |
| Assistant Technology Coordinator | 11.48% | 118,510 |
| Crisis Counselor | 15.06% | 76,255 |
| Therapist And Program Manager | 15.06% | 184,998 |
| Certified Lactation Educator | 20.79% | - |
Similar certified lactation educator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Probation And Parole Officer | 9.50% | 55,952 |
| Grand Scribe | 11.25% | 1,721 |
| Assistant Technology Coordinator | 11.48% | 118,510 |
| Crisis Counselor | 15.06% | 76,255 |
| Therapist And Program Manager | 15.06% | 184,998 |
Foreign languages spoken by certified lactation educators
The most common foreign language among certified lactation educators is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Italian at 9.4% and Swedish is the third-most popular at 6.3%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Italian, 9.4%
- Swedish, 6.3%
- Vietnamese, 6.3%
- French, 6.3%
- Other, 21.7%
Certified lactation educator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Italian | 9.4% |
| Swedish | 6.3% |
| Vietnamese | 6.3% |
| French | 6.3% |
| Other | 21.7% |