Classification officer demographics and statistics in the US
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Classification officer gender statistics
59.5% of classification officers are women and 40.5% of classification officers are men.
- Female, 59.5%
- Male, 40.5%
Classification officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 59.5% |
| Male | 40.5% |
Classification officer gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,876
Female income
$37,014
Classification officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in classification officer positions over time. Currently, 59.5% of classification officers are female.
Classification officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 39.12% | 60.88% |
| 2011 | 39.82% | 60.18% |
| 2012 | 40.15% | 59.85% |
| 2013 | 40.94% | 59.06% |
| 2014 | 42.61% | 57.39% |
| 2015 | 40.31% | 59.69% |
| 2016 | 41.24% | 58.76% |
| 2017 | 39.39% | 60.61% |
| 2018 | 41.65% | 58.35% |
| 2019 | 40.33% | 59.67% |
| 2020 | 41.03% | 58.97% |
| 2021 | 40.48% | 59.52% |
Classification officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared classification officers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, deputy sheriff-k9 handler and fugitive investigator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Matron | 8% | 92% |
| Deputy Treasurer | 19% | 81% |
| Unemployment Examiner | 29% | 71% |
| Classification Officer | 40% | 60% |
| Town Marshal | 96% | 4% |
| Fugitive Investigator | 97% | 3% |
| Deputy Sheriff-K9 Handler | 98% | 2% |
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Classification officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among classification officers is White, which makes up 56.6% of all classification officers. Comparatively, 19.4% of classification officers are Hispanic or Latino and 15.8% of classification officers are Black or African American.
- White, 56.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.4%
- Black or African American, 15.8%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- Asian, 2.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Classification officer race
| Classification officer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
| Black or African American | 15.8% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| Asian | 2.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Classification officer race and ethnicity over time
See how classification officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Classification officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.77% | 16.82% | 1.03% | 16.07% |
| 2011 | 62.65% | 17.28% | 0.95% | 16.21% |
| 2012 | 63.46% | 17.05% | 1.55% | 14.96% |
| 2013 | 62.73% | 16.84% | 1.23% | 16.06% |
| 2014 | 62.37% | 17.60% | 1.06% | 15.95% |
| 2015 | 62.05% | 16.37% | 1.13% | 17.56% |
| 2016 | 62.55% | 15.39% | 1.50% | 17.89% |
| 2017 | 61.64% | 15.52% | 1.23% | 18.47% |
| 2018 | 60.68% | 15.57% | 1.65% | 18.79% |
| 2019 | 62.02% | 15.62% | 1.51% | 18.03% |
| 2020 | 60.07% | 13.74% | 1.42% | 18.62% |
| 2021 | 56.59% | 15.75% | 2.03% | 19.41% |
Classification officer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian classification officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american classification officers have the lowest average salary at $39,528.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,953 |
| White | $43,915 |
| Black or African American | $39,528 |
| Asian | $44,637 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,576 |
Average classification officer age
See how the average age of classification officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Classification officer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 42 |
| Unknown | 40 | 34 |
| Asian | 41 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 39 |
| White | 39 | 40 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Classification officer age breakdown
The average age of classification officers is 40+ years years old, representing 50% of the classification officer population.
Classification officer age breakdown
| Classification Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 50% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Classification officer educational attainment
The most common degree for classification officers is bachelor's degree, with 61% of classification officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 61%
- Associate, 19%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Classification officers by degree level
| Classification officer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 61% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Classification officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, classification officers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $47,023 annually. With a Associate degree, classification officers earn a median annual income of $44,952 compared to $41,521 for classification officers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,521 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,023 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,952 |
Classification officer employment statistics
Most classification officers work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where classification officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where classification officers work.
Classification officer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 33% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Classification officer jobs by company type
Employees with the classification officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most classification officers prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Classification officer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 10% |
| Public | 9% |
| Private | 29% |
| Government | 51% |
Classification officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for classification officers are government, professional and education.
Classification officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 50% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Media | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Classification officer turnover and employment statistics
Classification officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for classification officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Classification officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Classification officer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.76% |
| 2011 | 3.47% |
| 2012 | 2.86% |
| 2013 | 2.78% |
| 2014 | 2.06% |
| 2015 | 1.74% |
| 2016 | 1.76% |
| 2017 | 2.08% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 2.16% |
| 2020 | 1.82% |
| 2021 | 2.53% |
Average classification officer tenure
The average classification officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 415 classification officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Classification officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Classification officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of classification 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Classification Officer | 5.55% | - |
| K9 Police Officer | 7.15% | 76,156 |
| Investigation Officer | 8.65% | 67,540 |
| City Bailiff | 11.11% | 5,122 |
Similar classification officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| K9 Police Officer | 7.15% | 76,156 |
| Investigation Officer | 8.65% | 67,540 |
| City Bailiff | 11.11% | 5,122 |
Foreign languages spoken by classification officers
The most common foreign language among classification officers is Spanish at 64.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 14.3% and Swedish is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 64.3%
- French, 14.3%
- Swedish, 7.1%
- Arabic, 7.1%
- Hebrew, 7.1%
Classification officer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
| Swedish | 7.1% |
| Arabic | 7.1% |
| Hebrew | 7.1% |
