Chief risk officer demographics and statistics in the US
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Chief risk officer gender statistics
28.7% of chief risk officers are women and 71.3% of chief risk officers are men.
- Male, 71.3%
- Female, 28.7%
Chief risk officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.3% |
| Female | 28.7% |
Chief risk officer gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$123,186
Female income
$109,745
Chief risk officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in chief risk officer positions over time. Currently, 28.7% of chief risk officers are female.
Chief risk officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.17% | 26.83% |
| 2011 | 73.17% | 26.83% |
| 2012 | 74.24% | 25.76% |
| 2013 | 72.67% | 27.33% |
| 2014 | 73.23% | 26.77% |
| 2015 | 73.45% | 26.55% |
| 2016 | 73.28% | 26.72% |
| 2017 | 74.46% | 25.54% |
| 2018 | 72.35% | 27.65% |
| 2019 | 71.06% | 28.94% |
| 2020 | 71.55% | 28.45% |
| 2021 | 71.27% | 28.73% |
Chief risk officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared chief risk officers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, general road foreman and plant superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Assistant/Human Resources | 7% | 93% |
| Office Manager Of Human Resources | 10% | 90% |
| Business Office Manager | 15% | 85% |
| Chief Risk Officer | 71% | 29% |
| Maintenance Director | 97% | 3% |
| Plant Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| General Road Foreman | 97% | 3% |
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Chief risk officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among chief risk officers is White, which makes up 63.4% of all chief risk officers. Comparatively, 13.8% of chief risk officers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.5% of chief risk officers are Asian.
- White, 63.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.8%
- Asian, 10.5%
- Black or African American, 7.9%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Chief risk officer race
| Chief risk officer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.8% |
| Asian | 10.5% |
| Black or African American | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Chief risk officer race and ethnicity over time
See how chief risk officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Chief risk officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.98% | 8.34% | 8.41% | 11.62% |
| 2011 | 69.59% | 8.45% | 8.59% | 11.46% |
| 2012 | 68.93% | 8.57% | 8.92% | 11.68% |
| 2013 | 67.72% | 8.62% | 9.65% | 12.00% |
| 2014 | 67.83% | 8.25% | 9.38% | 12.83% |
| 2015 | 67.68% | 8.32% | 9.46% | 12.61% |
| 2016 | 67.61% | 8.05% | 9.80% | 12.54% |
| 2017 | 66.89% | 8.08% | 9.93% | 12.93% |
| 2018 | 67.14% | 7.65% | 10.06% | 13.14% |
| 2019 | 67.33% | 7.50% | 10.07% | 13.16% |
| 2020 | 65.25% | 7.36% | 10.23% | 13.32% |
| 2021 | 63.41% | 7.86% | 10.51% | 13.77% |
Chief risk officer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian chief risk officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american chief risk officers have the lowest average salary at $114,669.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $124,672 |
| White | $124,590 |
| Black or African American | $114,669 |
| Asian | $132,277 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $120,398 |
Average chief risk officer age
See how the average age of chief risk officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Chief risk officer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 47 |
| Unknown | 41 | 45.5 |
| Asian | 42 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 42 |
| White | 45 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Chief risk officer age breakdown
The average age of chief risk officers is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the chief risk officer population.
Chief risk officer age breakdown
| Chief Risk Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Chief risk officer educational attainment
The most common degree for chief risk officers is bachelor's degree, with 69% of chief risk officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 5%.
- Bachelor's, 69%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 5%
- Doctorate, 3%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Chief risk officers by degree level
| Chief risk officer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 69% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 5% |
| Doctorate | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Chief risk officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, chief risk officers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $167,810 annually. With a Master's degree, chief risk officers earn a median annual income of $157,507 compared to $132,499 for chief risk officers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $157,507 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $100,724 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $132,499 |
| Doctorate Degree | $167,810 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $100,708 |
Chief risk officer employment statistics
Most chief risk officers work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where chief risk officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where chief risk officers work.
Chief risk officer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Chief risk officer jobs by company type
Employees with the chief risk officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most chief risk officers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Chief risk officer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 10% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 49% |
| Government | 5% |
Chief risk officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for chief risk officers are finance, education and non profits.
Chief risk officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 33% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Non Profits | 7% |
| Education | 7% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Insurance | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Chief risk officer turnover and employment statistics
Chief risk officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for chief risk officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Chief risk officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Chief risk officer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.13% |
| 2011 | 4.53% |
| 2012 | 4.16% |
| 2013 | 3.12% |
| 2014 | 2.76% |
| 2015 | 2.14% |
| 2016 | 1.85% |
| 2017 | 1.83% |
| 2018 | 1.89% |
| 2019 | 1.68% |
| 2020 | 2.20% |
| 2021 | 2.52% |
Average chief risk officer tenure
The average chief risk officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 830 chief risk officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Chief risk officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Chief risk officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of chief risk officers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Services Manager | 4.78% | 88,723 |
| Port Traffic Manager | 5.19% | 3,737 |
| Chief Risk Officer | 10.51% | - |
| Information Technology Director | 11.01% | 87,765 |
| Supply Officer | 11.39% | 70,975 |
| E-Learning Manager | 17.60% | 17,503 |
| Human Resource Advisor | 17.78% | 84,607 |
Similar chief risk officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Services Manager | 4.78% | 88,723 |
| Port Traffic Manager | 5.19% | 3,737 |
| Information Technology Director | 11.01% | 87,765 |
| Supply Officer | 11.39% | 70,975 |
| E-Learning Manager | 17.60% | 17,503 |
| Human Resource Advisor | 17.78% | 84,607 |
Foreign languages spoken by chief risk officers
The most common foreign language among chief risk officers is Spanish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 9.5% and French is the third-most popular at 9.5%.
- Spanish, 33.3%
- Chinese, 9.5%
- French, 9.5%
- Mandarin, 7.1%
- Swahili, 4.8%
- Other, 35.8%
Chief risk officer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| Chinese | 9.5% |
| French | 9.5% |
| Mandarin | 7.1% |
| Swahili | 4.8% |
| Other | 35.8% |
