Classics teacher demographics and statistics in the US
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Classics teacher gender statistics
44.4% of classics teachers are women and 55.6% of classics teachers are men.
- Male, 55.6%
- Female, 44.4%
Classics teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 55.6% |
| Female | 44.4% |
Classics teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,001
Female income
$47,477
Classics teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in classics teacher positions over time. Currently, 44.4% of classics teachers are female.
Classics teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.17% | 43.83% |
| 2011 | 56.69% | 43.31% |
| 2012 | 56.38% | 43.62% |
| 2013 | 55.94% | 44.06% |
| 2014 | 54.83% | 45.17% |
| 2015 | 55.66% | 44.34% |
| 2016 | 55.32% | 44.68% |
| 2017 | 55.91% | 44.09% |
| 2018 | 55.34% | 44.66% |
| 2019 | 54.92% | 45.08% |
| 2020 | 54.26% | 45.74% |
| 2021 | 55.56% | 44.44% |
Classics teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared classics teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, hvac/r instructor and assistant professor of air conditioning and refrigeration have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetics Instructor | 8% | 92% |
| Cosmetology Instructor | 9% | 91% |
| Adjunct Nursing Faculty | 9% | 91% |
| Classics Teacher | 56% | 44% |
| Diesel Technology Instructor | 97% | 3% |
| Assistant Professor Of Air Conditioning And Refrigeration | 97% | 3% |
| Hvac/R Instructor | 97% | 3% |
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Classics teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among classics teachers is White, which makes up 70.8% of all classics teachers. Comparatively, 12.2% of classics teachers are Asian and 7.2% of classics teachers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 70.8%
- Asian, 12.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.2%
- Black or African American, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Classics teacher race
| Classics teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.8% |
| Asian | 12.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Classics teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how classics teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Classics teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.27% | 5.07% | 10.09% | 5.35% |
| 2011 | 76.96% | 4.91% | 10.81% | 5.11% |
| 2012 | 76.55% | 5.21% | 10.68% | 5.35% |
| 2013 | 75.69% | 5.57% | 10.97% | 5.60% |
| 2014 | 75.78% | 5.19% | 10.64% | 5.99% |
| 2015 | 74.23% | 5.42% | 11.59% | 6.28% |
| 2016 | 74.72% | 5.34% | 11.31% | 6.17% |
| 2017 | 73.80% | 5.09% | 12.48% | 6.22% |
| 2018 | 75.59% | 4.83% | 10.80% | 6.42% |
| 2019 | 73.92% | 5.10% | 11.74% | 6.94% |
| 2020 | 72.00% | 4.80% | 11.38% | 7.10% |
| 2021 | 70.84% | 4.93% | 12.18% | 7.22% |
Classics teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, asian classics teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american classics teachers have the lowest average salary at $48,383.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,812 |
| White | $48,856 |
| Black or African American | $48,383 |
| Asian | $49,958 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,008 |
Average classics teacher age
See how the average age of classics teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Classics teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 45 |
| Unknown | 44.5 | 44 |
| Asian | 41 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 41 |
| White | 48 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 54 | 48 |
Classics teacher age breakdown
The average age of classics teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the classics teacher population.
Classics teacher age breakdown
| Classics Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Classics teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for classics teachers is bachelor's degree, with 74% of classics teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 21% and master's degree degree at 5%.
- Bachelor's, 74%
- Master's, 21%
- Diploma, 5%
Classics teachers by degree level
| Classics teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 74% |
| Master's | 21% |
| Diploma | 5% |
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Classics teacher wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $49,810 |
| Doctorate Degree | $57,996 |
Classics teacher employment statistics
Company size where classics teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where classics teachers work.
Classics teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 47% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 7% |
Classics teacher turnover and employment statistics
Classics teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for classics teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Classics teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Classics teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.13% |
| 2011 | 3.11% |
| 2012 | 3.14% |
| 2013 | 3.31% |
| 2014 | 2.86% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.42% |
| 2017 | 2.51% |
| 2018 | 2.40% |
| 2019 | 2.23% |
| 2020 | 2.58% |
| 2021 | 2.98% |
Average classics teacher tenure
The average classics teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 30 classics teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Classics teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 6% |
| 5-7 years | 28% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Classics teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of classics 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Researcher | 6.04% | 17,313 |
| Fourth Grade Teacher | 9.52% | 57,897 |
| First Aid Instructor | 9.70% | 50,978 |
| Technology Teacher | 11.15% | 107,079 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Classics Teacher | 15.52% | - |
| Curriculum Coordinator | 16.25% | 9,654 |
Similar classics teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Researcher | 6.04% | 17,313 |
| Fourth Grade Teacher | 9.52% | 57,897 |
| First Aid Instructor | 9.70% | 50,978 |
| Technology Teacher | 11.15% | 107,079 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Coordinator | 16.25% | 9,654 |
Foreign languages spoken by classics teachers
The most common foreign language among classics teachers is Greek at 28.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 28.6% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 28.6%.
- Greek, 28.6%
- French, 28.6%
- Spanish, 28.6%
- Japanese, 14.3%
Classics teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Greek | 28.6% |
| French | 28.6% |
| Spanish | 28.6% |
| Japanese | 14.3% |