Compensation coordinator demographics and statistics in the US
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Compensation coordinator demographics by:
Compensation coordinator gender statistics
76.5% of compensation coordinators are women and 23.5% of compensation coordinators are men.
- Female, 76.5%
- Male, 23.5%
Compensation coordinator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 76.5% |
| Male | 23.5% |
Compensation coordinator gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,878
Female income
$44,593
Compensation coordinator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in compensation coordinator positions over time. Currently, 76.5% of compensation coordinators are female.
Compensation coordinator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19.72% | 80.28% |
| 2011 | 21.08% | 78.92% |
| 2012 | 19.65% | 80.35% |
| 2013 | 21.18% | 78.82% |
| 2014 | 16.26% | 83.74% |
| 2015 | 15.35% | 84.65% |
| 2016 | 20.48% | 79.52% |
| 2017 | 21.16% | 78.84% |
| 2018 | 22.73% | 77.27% |
| 2019 | 19.27% | 80.73% |
| 2020 | 22.27% | 77.73% |
| 2021 | 23.55% | 76.45% |
Compensation coordinator related jobs gender ratio
We compared compensation coordinators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Compensation Coordinator | 24% | 76% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Compensation coordinator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among compensation coordinators is White, which makes up 62.3% of all compensation coordinators. Comparatively, 15.0% of compensation coordinators are Hispanic or Latino and 10.5% of compensation coordinators are Black or African American.
- White, 62.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.0%
- Black or African American, 10.5%
- Asian, 7.7%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Compensation coordinator race
| Compensation coordinator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.0% |
| Black or African American | 10.5% |
| Asian | 7.7% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Compensation coordinator race and ethnicity over time
See how compensation coordinator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Compensation coordinator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.25% | 11.13% | 4.15% | 13.18% |
| 2011 | 66.88% | 9.49% | 7.58% | 13.17% |
| 2012 | 67.67% | 12.48% | 6.32% | 10.30% |
| 2013 | 66.55% | 9.86% | 6.34% | 14.41% |
| 2014 | 66.25% | 11.49% | 6.83% | 11.60% |
| 2015 | 66.65% | 13.36% | 5.67% | 10.62% |
| 2016 | 62.18% | 14.32% | 7.59% | 13.33% |
| 2017 | 64.45% | 11.47% | 7.68% | 13.66% |
| 2018 | 64.81% | 9.15% | 5.92% | 15.75% |
| 2019 | 64.46% | 10.70% | 6.42% | 15.24% |
| 2020 | 58.25% | 12.60% | 8.19% | 16.53% |
| 2021 | 62.34% | 10.54% | 7.72% | 14.95% |
Compensation coordinator wage gap by race
According to our data, white compensation coordinators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown compensation coordinators have the lowest average salary at $45,549.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,549 |
| White | $48,401 |
| Black or African American | $46,595 |
| Asian | $47,961 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,950 |
Average compensation coordinator age
See how the average age of compensation coordinators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Compensation coordinator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45 | |
| White | 43 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 48 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 44 |
Compensation coordinator age breakdown
The average age of compensation coordinators is 40+ years years old, representing 66% of the compensation coordinator population.
Compensation coordinator age breakdown
| Compensation Coordinator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 66% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Compensation coordinator educational attainment
The most common degree for compensation coordinators is bachelor's degree, with 62% of compensation coordinators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- Associate, 15%
- Master's, 12%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Compensation coordinators by degree level
| Compensation coordinator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Master's | 12% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Compensation coordinator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, compensation coordinators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $48,958 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, compensation coordinators earn a median annual income of $48,640 compared to $46,071 for compensation coordinators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,958 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,489 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,640 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,071 |
Compensation coordinator employment statistics
Most compensation coordinators work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where compensation coordinators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where compensation coordinators work.
Compensation coordinator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 32% |
Compensation coordinator jobs by company type
Employees with the compensation coordinator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most compensation coordinators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Compensation coordinator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 53% |
| Government | 4% |
Compensation coordinator jobs by industry
The most common industries for compensation coordinators are health care, retail and professional.
Compensation coordinator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 19% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Insurance | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Compensation coordinator turnover and employment statistics
Compensation coordinator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for compensation coordinators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Compensation coordinator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Compensation coordinator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.90% |
| 2011 | 3.76% |
| 2012 | 4.85% |
| 2013 | 2.40% |
| 2014 | 5.45% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.45% |
| 2017 | 2.82% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 1.62% |
| 2020 | 3.55% |
| 2021 | 1.95% |
Average compensation coordinator tenure
The average compensation coordinator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 332 compensation coordinators resumes in Zippia's database.
Compensation coordinator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Compensation coordinator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of compensation coordinators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimating Assistant | 4.41% | 18,548 |
| Demand Planner | 8.65% | 27,351 |
| Compensation Coordinator | 8.96% | - |
| Marketing Program Specialist | 10.00% | 139,910 |
| Enlisted Advisor | 11.05% | 38,884 |
| License Examiner | 11.64% | 2,163 |
| Fundraising Chairperson | 19.25% | 1,155 |
Similar compensation coordinator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimating Assistant | 4.41% | 18,548 |
| Demand Planner | 8.65% | 27,351 |
| Marketing Program Specialist | 10.00% | 139,910 |
| Enlisted Advisor | 11.05% | 38,884 |
| License Examiner | 11.64% | 2,163 |
| Fundraising Chairperson | 19.25% | 1,155 |
Foreign languages spoken by compensation coordinators
The most common foreign language among compensation coordinators is Spanish at 62.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Urdu at 12.5% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 62.5%
- Urdu, 12.5%
- Carrier, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
Compensation coordinator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 62.5% |
| Urdu | 12.5% |
| Carrier | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
