Classification counselor demographics and statistics in the US
On this page
Classification counselor demographics by:
Classification counselor gender statistics
71.8% of classification counselors are women and 28.2% of classification counselors are men.
- Female, 71.8%
- Male, 28.2%
Classification counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 71.8% |
| Male | 28.2% |
Classification counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,456
Female income
$50,478
Classification counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in classification counselor positions over time. Currently, 71.8% of classification counselors are female.
Classification counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 37.95% | 62.05% |
| 2011 | 36.23% | 63.77% |
| 2012 | 36.01% | 63.99% |
| 2013 | 35.76% | 64.24% |
| 2014 | 34.70% | 65.30% |
| 2015 | 34.78% | 65.22% |
| 2016 | 33.57% | 66.43% |
| 2017 | 32.79% | 67.21% |
| 2018 | 28.77% | 71.23% |
| 2019 | 30.16% | 69.84% |
| 2020 | 26.44% | 73.56% |
| 2021 | 28.17% | 71.83% |
Classification counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared classification counselors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Classification Counselor | 28% | 72% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
Male
Female
100%
75%
50%
25%
0%
0%
25%
50%
75%
100%
Classification counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among classification counselors is White, which makes up 67.0% of all classification counselors. Comparatively, 14.2% of classification counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of classification counselors are Black or African American.
- White, 67.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Classification counselor race
| Classification counselor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Classification counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how classification counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Classification counselor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.45% | 15.69% | 2.72% | 8.31% |
| 2011 | 69.57% | 15.56% | 2.82% | 8.79% |
| 2012 | 68.76% | 15.46% | 2.62% | 9.65% |
| 2013 | 69.18% | 15.73% | 2.66% | 9.33% |
| 2014 | 68.78% | 15.39% | 2.79% | 9.76% |
| 2015 | 69.46% | 14.13% | 3.09% | 10.11% |
| 2016 | 68.87% | 14.04% | 2.98% | 10.56% |
| 2017 | 69.66% | 14.06% | 2.85% | 10.41% |
| 2018 | 70.75% | 10.81% | 4.54% | 11.44% |
| 2019 | 69.83% | 12.09% | 4.04% | 11.42% |
| 2020 | 68.46% | 10.85% | 3.30% | 12.57% |
| 2021 | 67.03% | 10.64% | 3.74% | 14.20% |
Classification counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino classification counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american classification counselors have the lowest average salary at $50,435.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,882 |
| White | $50,968 |
| Black or African American | $50,435 |
| Asian | $52,061 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $52,974 |
Average classification counselor age
See how the average age of classification counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Classification counselor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 44 |
| Unknown | 40 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 40 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38.5 | 39 |
| White | 41 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Classification counselor age breakdown
The average age of classification counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the classification counselor population.
Classification counselor age breakdown
| Classification Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Classification counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for classification counselors is bachelor's degree, with 52% of classification counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 20%.
- Bachelor's, 52%
- Associate, 21%
- Master's, 20%
- High School Diploma, 7%
Classification counselors by degree level
| Classification counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 52% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Master's | 20% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
Classification counselor jobs you might like
Classification counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, classification counselors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $64,398 annually. With a Master's degree, classification counselors earn a median annual income of $63,151 compared to $53,897 for classification counselors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $63,151 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,897 |
| Doctorate Degree | $64,398 |
Classification counselor employment statistics
Company size where classification counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where classification counselors work.
Classification counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 38% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Classification counselor turnover and employment statistics
Classification counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for classification counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Classification counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Classification counselor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.18% |
| 2011 | 5.42% |
| 2012 | 4.84% |
| 2013 | 4.91% |
| 2014 | 3.67% |
| 2015 | 3.13% |
| 2016 | 3.01% |
| 2017 | 2.42% |
| 2018 | 2.05% |
| 2019 | 1.74% |
| 2020 | 2.08% |
| 2021 | 2.02% |
Average classification counselor tenure
The average classification counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 95 classification counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
Classification counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Classification counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of classification counselors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Adult Probation Officer | 9.50% | 56,961 |
| Classification Counselor | 10.75% | - |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Disability Advocate | 11.48% | 48,838 |
| Licensed Professional Counselor | 15.06% | 153,612 |
| Mental Health Coordinator | 15.06% | 137,025 |
Similar classification counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Adult Probation Officer | 9.50% | 56,961 |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Disability Advocate | 11.48% | 48,838 |
| Licensed Professional Counselor | 15.06% | 153,612 |
| Mental Health Coordinator | 15.06% | 137,025 |
Foreign languages spoken by classification counselors
- Spanish, 66.7%
- French, 33.3%
Classification counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| French | 33.3% |