Certified teacher demographics and statistics in the US
Certified teacher demographics research summary. Zippia estimates certified teacher demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our certified teacher estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about certified teachers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 2,033,623 certified teachers currently employed in the United States.
- 74.4% of all certified teachers are women, while 25.6% are men.
- The average certified teacher age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of certified teachers is White (69.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (12.8%), Black or African American (10.0%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 9% of all certified teachers are LGBT.
- Certified teachers are 75% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Certified teacher gender statistics
74.4% of certified teachers are women and 25.6% of certified teachers are men.
- Female, 74.4%
- Male, 25.6%
Certified teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 74.4% |
| Male | 25.6% |
Certified teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,254
Female income
$44,081
Certified teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in certified teacher positions over time. Currently, 74.4% of certified teachers are female.
Certified teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 26.57% | 73.43% |
| 2011 | 26.84% | 73.16% |
| 2012 | 27.17% | 72.83% |
| 2013 | 27.32% | 72.68% |
| 2014 | 26.90% | 73.10% |
| 2015 | 27.36% | 72.64% |
| 2016 | 27.38% | 72.62% |
| 2017 | 27.25% | 72.75% |
| 2018 | 27.76% | 72.24% |
| 2019 | 24.29% | 75.71% |
| 2020 | 25.00% | 75.00% |
| 2021 | 25.59% | 74.41% |
Certified teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared certified teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, auto collision repair instructor and automotive technology instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Teacher | 26% | 74% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Certified teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among certified teachers is White, which makes up 69.1% of all certified teachers. Comparatively, 12.8% of certified teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of certified teachers are Black or African American.
- White, 69.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.8%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Certified teacher race
| Certified teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Certified teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how certified teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Certified teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.88% | 10.29% | 2.48% | 9.70% |
| 2011 | 75.48% | 10.23% | 2.65% | 9.88% |
| 2012 | 75.31% | 10.10% | 2.71% | 10.01% |
| 2013 | 74.77% | 10.13% | 2.90% | 10.23% |
| 2014 | 74.86% | 10.06% | 2.89% | 10.29% |
| 2015 | 74.60% | 9.73% | 3.04% | 10.65% |
| 2016 | 73.75% | 10.14% | 3.05% | 11.05% |
| 2017 | 73.71% | 9.80% | 3.19% | 11.19% |
| 2018 | 73.48% | 9.70% | 3.19% | 11.43% |
| 2019 | 72.59% | 10.01% | 3.37% | 11.91% |
| 2020 | 70.68% | 9.68% | 3.44% | 12.04% |
| 2021 | 69.11% | 9.97% | 3.68% | 12.80% |
Certified teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, asian certified teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american certified teachers have the lowest average salary at $44,986.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,897 |
| White | $45,880 |
| Black or African American | $44,986 |
| Asian | $47,566 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,983 |
Average certified teacher age
See how the average age of certified teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Certified teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 44 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 40 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 42 |
| White | 43 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40.5 | 48.5 |
Certified teacher age breakdown
The average age of certified teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the certified teacher population.
Certified teacher age breakdown
| Certified Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Certified teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for certified teachers is bachelor's degree, with 65% of certified teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 20% and master's degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Master's, 20%
- Associate, 9%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Certified teachers by degree level
| Certified teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Master's | 20% |
| Associate | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Certified teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, certified teachers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,266 annually. With a Doctorate degree, certified teachers earn a median annual income of $57,868 compared to $49,224 for certified teachers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,266 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,224 |
| Doctorate Degree | $57,868 |
Certified teacher employment statistics
Most certified teachers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where certified teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where certified teachers work.
Certified teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 28% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Certified teacher jobs by company type
Employees with the certified teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most certified teachers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Certified teacher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 75% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 15% |
| Government | 9% |
Certified teacher jobs by industry
The most common industries for certified teachers are education, government and non profits.
Certified teacher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 70% |
| Government | 8% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Certified teacher turnover and employment statistics
Certified teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for certified teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Certified teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Certified teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.82% |
| 2011 | 2.96% |
| 2012 | 2.53% |
| 2013 | 2.43% |
| 2014 | 1.86% |
| 2015 | 1.70% |
| 2016 | 1.52% |
| 2017 | 1.41% |
| 2018 | 1.53% |
| 2019 | 1.62% |
| 2020 | 2.49% |
| 2021 | 2.16% |
Average certified teacher tenure
The average certified teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,381 certified teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Certified teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Certified teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of certified teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher's Assistant | 5.04% | 48,217 |
| Middle School Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 77,029 |
| Certified Teacher | 8.89% | - |
| Violin Teacher | 11.94% | 53,500 |
Similar certified teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher's Assistant | 5.04% | 48,217 |
| Middle School Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 77,029 |
| Violin Teacher | 11.94% | 53,500 |
Foreign languages spoken by certified teachers
The most common foreign language among certified teachers is Spanish at 58.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.8% and Italian is the third-most popular at 6.8%.
- Spanish, 58.3%
- French, 7.8%
- Italian, 6.8%
- Portuguese, 3.9%
- German, 3.9%
- Other, 19.3%
Certified teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 58.3% |
| French | 7.8% |
| Italian | 6.8% |
| Portuguese | 3.9% |
| German | 3.9% |
| Other | 19.3% |
