Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for chief communications officers in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 8,071 chief communications officers currently employed in the United States.
- 40.5% of all chief communications officers are women, while 59.5% are men.
- The average age of an employed chief communications officer is 41 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of chief communications officers is White (74.6%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (9.1%), Black or African American (6.0%) and Asian (5.1%).
- In 2021, women earned 90% of what men earned.
- 16% of all chief communications officers are LGBT.
- Chief communications officers are 39% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to education companies.
Chief Communications Officer Statistics By Gender
40.5% of chief communications officers are women and 59.5% of chief communications officers are men.
- Male, 59.5%
- Female, 40.5%
Chief Communications Officers By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 59.5% |
| Female | 40.5% |
Gender Pay Gap For Chief Communications Officer
Women Earn 90ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Chief Communications Officer Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the chief communications officer position over time.
Chief Communications Officer Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.89% | 27.11% |
| 2011 | 68.46% | 31.54% |
| 2012 | 70.43% | 29.57% |
| 2013 | 64.20% | 35.80% |
| 2014 | 63.46% | 36.54% |
| 2015 | 65.05% | 34.95% |
| 2016 | 63.36% | 36.64% |
| 2017 | 65.78% | 34.22% |
| 2018 | 66.07% | 33.93% |
| 2019 | 61.80% | 38.20% |
| 2020 | 60.54% | 39.46% |
| 2021 | 59.48% | 40.52% |
Chief Communications Officer Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, sales superintendent and route sales manager have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Catering Sales Manager | 19% | 81% |
| Director Of Admissions And Marketing | 20% | 80% |
| Media Traffic Manager | 20% | 80% |
| Chief Communications Officer | 59% | 41% |
| Director Of Sales Engineering | 93% | 7% |
| Route Sales Manager | 94% | 6% |
| Sales Superintendent | 95% | 5% |
Chief Communications Officer Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among chief communications officers is White, which makes up 74.6% of all chief communications officers. Comparatively, there are 9.1% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 6.0% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 74.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.1%
- Black or African American, 6.0%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Chief Communications Officer Race
| Chief Communications Officer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 74.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.1% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Chief Communications Officer Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among chief communications officers.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Chief Communications Officer Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.71% | 6.29% | 2.66% | 7.72% |
| 2011 | 81.50% | 7.23% | 3.13% | 6.80% |
| 2012 | 81.58% | 8.44% | 3.05% | 5.24% |
| 2013 | 79.59% | 8.63% | 3.76% | 6.67% |
| 2014 | 83.68% | 6.42% | 2.73% | 5.87% |
| 2015 | 78.63% | 7.93% | 3.69% | 6.99% |
| 2016 | 77.10% | 7.64% | 3.91% | 8.39% |
| 2017 | 78.87% | 5.76% | 4.03% | 9.46% |
| 2018 | 76.04% | 8.22% | 3.95% | 9.38% |
| 2019 | 78.76% | 7.06% | 4.20% | 7.80% |
| 2020 | 73.64% | 6.91% | 4.68% | 10.47% |
| 2021 | 74.64% | 6.00% | 5.13% | 9.15% |
Chief Communications Officer Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $98,839 |
| White | $112,265 |
| Black or African American | $107,442 |
| Asian | $126,454 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $110,206 |
Average Age of a Chief Communications Officer
We determined the average age of chief communications officers based on ethnicity and gender.
Chief Communications Officer Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 36 | 40 |
| White | 43 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 42 | 40 |
| Asian | 42 | 40.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40.5 | 35 |
Chief Communications Officer Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of chief communications officer employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of chief communications officers is 40+ years old, which represents 55% of the population.
Chief Communications Officer Age
| Chief Communications Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Types of Chief Communications Officer Degree Levels
The most common degree for chief communications officers is bachelor's degree 73% of chief communications officers earn that degree. A close second is master's degree with 16% and rounding it off is associate degree with 7%.
- Bachelors, 73%
- Masters, 16%
- Associate, 7%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Chief Communications Officers By Education
| Chief Communications Officer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 73% |
| Masters | 16% |
| Associate | 7% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Chief Communications Officer Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $142,987 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $120,082 |
Chief Communications Officer Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where chief communications officers work. We found most chief communications officers work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most chief communications officers is the education industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire chief communications officers.
Chief Communications Officer Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
The Types Of Companies Chief Communications Officer Work In
Employees with the chief communications officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most chief communications officers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Chief Communications Officer Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 33% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 39% |
| Government | 16% |
Top Industries Hiring Chief Communications Officers
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ chief communications officers. Those industries include education, non profits and government.
Chief Communications Officer Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 23% |
| Non Profits | 17% |
| Government | 12% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Chief Communications Officer Turnover And Employment Statistics
Chief Communications Officer Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of chief communications officers changed.
- Unemployment rate
Chief Communications Officer Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Chief Communications Officer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.71% |
| 2011 | 4.67% |
| 2012 | 4.18% |
| 2013 | 2.60% |
| 2014 | 3.08% |
| 2015 | 3.48% |
| 2016 | 2.03% |
| 2017 | 3.31% |
| 2018 | 1.32% |
| 2019 | 3.58% |
| 2020 | 3.24% |
| 2021 | 3.45% |
The Average Number of Years That Chief Communications Officer Stay in a Job
By looking over 392 chief communications officers resumes, we figured out that the average chief communications officer enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 36%.
Chief Communications Officer Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Chief Communications Officers with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to chief communications officers.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Business Development Account Manager | 7.25% | 222,573 |
| Advertising Agency Manager | 9.54% | 6,330 |
| Analytical Manager | 9.86% | 49,773 |
| Chief Communications Officer | 16.11% | - |
Chief Communications Officer LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Business Development Account Manager | 7.25% | 222,573 |
| Advertising Agency Manager | 9.54% | 6,330 |
| Analytical Manager | 9.86% | 49,773 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Chief Communications Officers
The most common foreign language among chief communications officers is Spanish at 31.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 17.2% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 6.9%.
- Spanish, 31.0%
- French, 17.2%
- Portuguese, 6.9%
- Chinese, 6.9%
- Arabic, 6.9%
- Other, 31.1%
Chief Communications Officer Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 31.0% |
| French | 17.2% |
| Portuguese | 6.9% |
| Chinese | 6.9% |
| Arabic | 6.9% |
| Other | 31.1% |
