Class instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Class instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates class instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our class instructor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about class instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 3,506 class instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 57.2% of all class instructors are women, while 42.8% are men.
- The average class instructor age is 37 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of class instructors is White (71.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Black or African American (7.1%) and Unknown (5.4%).
- Class instructors are most in-demand in Downers Grove, IL.
- The education industry is the highest-paying for class instructors.
- 13% of all class instructors are LGBT.
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Class instructor demographics by:
Class instructor gender statistics
57.2% of class instructors are women and 42.8% of class instructors are men.
- Female, 57.2%
- Male, 42.8%
Class instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 57.2% |
| Male | 42.8% |
Class instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,385
Female income
$36,211
Class instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in class instructor positions over time. Currently, 57.2% of class instructors are female.
Class instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 36.13% | 63.87% |
| 2011 | 36.10% | 63.90% |
| 2012 | 38.49% | 61.51% |
| 2013 | 39.53% | 60.47% |
| 2014 | 38.03% | 61.97% |
| 2015 | 40.49% | 59.51% |
| 2016 | 39.44% | 60.56% |
| 2017 | 40.76% | 59.24% |
| 2018 | 43.75% | 56.25% |
| 2019 | 44.08% | 55.92% |
| 2020 | 38.89% | 61.11% |
| 2021 | 42.83% | 57.17% |
Class instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared class instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Class Instructor | 43% | 57% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Class instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among class instructors is White, which makes up 71.3% of all class instructors. Comparatively, 10.6% of class instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of class instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 71.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Black or African American, 7.1%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- Asian, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Class instructor race
| Class instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Black or African American | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Class instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how class instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Class instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.59% | 8.67% | 2.92% | 7.87% |
| 2011 | 78.42% | 8.96% | 2.75% | 7.27% |
| 2012 | 75.96% | 9.53% | 2.76% | 8.36% |
| 2013 | 75.00% | 9.25% | 3.26% | 9.17% |
| 2014 | 75.48% | 9.18% | 3.14% | 8.69% |
| 2015 | 74.24% | 8.93% | 3.99% | 9.19% |
| 2016 | 74.47% | 8.48% | 3.57% | 9.91% |
| 2017 | 74.90% | 8.06% | 4.13% | 9.19% |
| 2018 | 77.08% | 6.35% | 3.85% | 9.25% |
| 2019 | 77.00% | 5.74% | 4.06% | 10.01% |
| 2020 | 73.94% | 5.79% | 5.33% | 10.62% |
| 2021 | 71.31% | 7.05% | 5.11% | 10.64% |
Class instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, white class instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american class instructors have the lowest average salary at $37,433.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,222 |
| White | $40,060 |
| Black or African American | $37,433 |
| Asian | $37,717 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,562 |
Average class instructor age
See how the average age of class instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Class instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 33 | 39 |
| Black or African American | 31 | 37 |
| Asian | 28 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 31.5 |
Class instructor age breakdown
The average age of class instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the class instructor population.
Class instructor age breakdown
| Class Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Class instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for class instructors is bachelor's degree, with 61% of class instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 61%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 13%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Class instructors by degree level
| Class instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 61% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 13% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Class instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, class instructors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $40,579 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, class instructors earn a median annual income of $39,445 compared to $36,624 for class instructors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,579 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,512 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,445 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,624 |
Class instructor employment statistics
Most class instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where class instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where class instructors work.
Class instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Class instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the class instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most class instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Class instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 50% |
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 34% |
| Government | 8% |
Class instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for class instructors are education, health care and professional.
Class instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 44% |
| Health Care | 11% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Media | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Class instructor turnover and employment statistics
Class instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for class instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Class instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Class instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.55% |
| 2011 | 9.85% |
| 2012 | 9.88% |
| 2013 | 8.42% |
| 2014 | 7.58% |
| 2015 | 6.77% |
| 2016 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 5.55% |
| 2018 | 2.11% |
| 2019 | 2.25% |
| 2020 | 7.17% |
| 2021 | 7.89% |
Average class instructor tenure
The average class instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,572 class instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Class instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Class instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of class instructors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Aide | 4.43% | 40,215 |
| Frame Spinner | 5.80% | 70 |
| Guardian Family Member | 6.73% | 47,314 |
| Assistant Aquatics Director | 8.12% | 6,789 |
| Resident Advisor | 12.72% | 44,792 |
| Class Instructor | 13.13% | - |
Similar class instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Aide | 4.43% | 40,215 |
| Frame Spinner | 5.80% | 70 |
| Guardian Family Member | 6.73% | 47,314 |
| Assistant Aquatics Director | 8.12% | 6,789 |
| Resident Advisor | 12.72% | 44,792 |
Foreign languages spoken by class instructors
The most common foreign language among class instructors is Spanish at 43.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.5% and German is the third-most popular at 6.2%.
- Spanish, 43.4%
- French, 8.5%
- German, 6.2%
- Chinese, 5.4%
- Japanese, 4.7%
- Other, 31.8%
Class instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 43.4% |
| French | 8.5% |
| German | 6.2% |
| Chinese | 5.4% |
| Japanese | 4.7% |
| Other | 31.8% |
