College counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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College counselor gender statistics
68.1% of college counselors are women and 31.9% of college counselors are men.
- Female, 68.1%
- Male, 31.9%
College counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 68.1% |
| Male | 31.9% |
College counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,144
Female income
$41,456
College counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in college counselor positions over time. Currently, 68.1% of college counselors are female.
College counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42.18% | 57.82% |
| 2011 | 40.40% | 59.60% |
| 2012 | 40.16% | 59.84% |
| 2013 | 39.90% | 60.10% |
| 2014 | 38.79% | 61.21% |
| 2015 | 38.88% | 61.12% |
| 2016 | 37.61% | 62.39% |
| 2017 | 36.79% | 63.21% |
| 2018 | 32.51% | 67.49% |
| 2019 | 34.00% | 66.00% |
| 2020 | 30.01% | 69.99% |
| 2021 | 31.87% | 68.13% |
College counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared college 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% |
| College Counselor | 32% | 68% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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College counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among college counselors is White, which makes up 67.0% of all college counselors. Comparatively, 14.2% of college counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of college 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%
College counselor race
| College 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% |
College counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how college counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
College 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% |
College counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino college counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american college counselors have the lowest average salary at $41,427.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,741 |
| White | $41,801 |
| Black or African American | $41,427 |
| Asian | $42,568 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,207 |
Average college counselor age
See how the average age of college counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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College 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 |
College counselor age breakdown
The average age of college counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the college counselor population.
College counselor age breakdown
| College Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
College counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for college counselors is bachelor's degree, with 60% of college counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 31% and master's degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Master's, 31%
- Associate, 4%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 3%
College counselors by degree level
| College counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Master's | 31% |
| Associate | 4% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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College counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, college counselors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $51,077 annually. With a Master's degree, college counselors earn a median annual income of $50,229 compared to $43,852 for college counselors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,229 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,852 |
| Doctorate Degree | $51,077 |
College counselor employment statistics
Most college counselors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where college counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where college counselors work.
College counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
College counselor jobs by company type
Employees with the college counselor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most college counselors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
College counselor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 84% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 12% |
| Government | 2% |
College counselor jobs by industry
The most common industries for college counselors are education, non profits and professional.
College counselor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 78% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
College counselor turnover and employment statistics
College counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for college counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
College counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | College 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 college counselor tenure
The average college counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,026 college counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
College counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
College counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of college 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Family Preservation Officer | 9.50% | 68,575 |
| College Counselor | 10.75% | - |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Children's Program Coordinator | 11.48% | 113,250 |
| Group Counselor | 15.06% | 84,413 |
| Health Therapist | 15.06% | 104,056 |
Similar college counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Family Preservation Officer | 9.50% | 68,575 |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Children's Program Coordinator | 11.48% | 113,250 |
| Group Counselor | 15.06% | 84,413 |
| Health Therapist | 15.06% | 104,056 |
Foreign languages spoken by college counselors
The most common foreign language among college counselors is Spanish at 48.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.7% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 7.6%.
- Spanish, 48.9%
- French, 10.7%
- Mandarin, 7.6%
- Chinese, 6.9%
- Korean, 4.6%
- Other, 21.3%
College counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 48.9% |
| French | 10.7% |
| Mandarin | 7.6% |
| Chinese | 6.9% |
| Korean | 4.6% |
| Other | 21.3% |
