Consultant and instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Consultant and instructor gender statistics
42.3% of consultants and instructor are women and 57.7% of consultants and instructor are men.
- Male, 57.7%
- Female, 42.3%
Consultant and instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.7% |
| Female | 42.3% |
Consultant and instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$62,157
Female income
$58,147
Consultant and instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in consultant and instructor positions over time. Currently, 42.3% of consultants and instructor are female.
Consultant and instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.05% | 38.95% |
| 2011 | 57.71% | 42.29% |
| 2012 | 60.06% | 39.94% |
| 2013 | 61.24% | 38.76% |
| 2014 | 56.67% | 43.33% |
| 2015 | 56.41% | 43.59% |
| 2016 | 59.48% | 40.52% |
| 2017 | 54.98% | 45.02% |
| 2018 | 60.65% | 39.35% |
| 2019 | 57.73% | 42.27% |
| 2020 | 55.62% | 44.38% |
| 2021 | 57.69% | 42.31% |
Consultant and instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared consultants and instructor 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% |
| Consultant And Instructor | 58% | 42% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Consultant and instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among consultants and instructor is White, which makes up 59.5% of all consultants and instructor. Comparatively, 16.8% of consultants and instructor are Hispanic or Latino and 10.7% of consultants and instructor are Black or African American.
- White, 59.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.8%
- Black or African American, 10.7%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- Asian, 6.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Consultant and instructor race
| Consultant and instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.7% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| Asian | 6.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Consultant and instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how consultant and instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Consultant and instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.79% | 11.51% | 3.52% | 12.97% |
| 2011 | 68.67% | 11.16% | 3.84% | 13.09% |
| 2012 | 67.89% | 11.58% | 4.44% | 12.96% |
| 2013 | 66.39% | 11.99% | 4.05% | 14.75% |
| 2014 | 65.59% | 11.54% | 4.65% | 15.21% |
| 2015 | 67.79% | 11.63% | 4.15% | 12.79% |
| 2016 | 67.14% | 10.50% | 4.17% | 14.86% |
| 2017 | 64.82% | 11.88% | 4.31% | 15.42% |
| 2018 | 68.82% | 8.89% | 4.25% | 14.02% |
| 2019 | 68.53% | 9.62% | 3.80% | 15.16% |
| 2020 | 64.17% | 9.07% | 4.85% | 16.32% |
| 2021 | 59.46% | 10.69% | 6.10% | 16.83% |
Consultant and instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, white consultants and instructor have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian consultants and instructor have the lowest average salary at $60,418.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $61,305 |
| White | $64,075 |
| Black or African American | $62,080 |
| Asian | $60,418 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $62,971 |
Average consultant and instructor age
See how the average age of consultants and instructor varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Consultant and instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44.5 | 41 |
| White | 46 | 44 |
| Black or African American | 51 | 47 |
| Asian | 40.5 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 41 |
Consultant and instructor age breakdown
The average age of consultants and instructor is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the consultant and instructor population.
Consultant and instructor age breakdown
| Consultant And Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Consultant and instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for consultants and instructor is bachelor's degree, with 59% of consultants and instructor earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 23% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 59%
- Master's, 23%
- Associate, 10%
- Doctorate, 4%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Consultants and instructor by degree level
| Consultant and instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59% |
| Master's | 23% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Doctorate | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Consultant and instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, consultants and instructor with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $71,916 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, consultants and instructor earn a median annual income of $65,992 compared to $59,383 for consultants and instructor with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $71,916 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $55,214 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,992 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $59,383 |
Consultant and instructor employment statistics
Most consultants and instructor work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where consultants and instructor work
Below, you can see the size of companies where consultants and instructor work.
Consultant and instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Consultant and instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the consultant and instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most consultants and instructor prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Consultant and instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 40% |
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 35% |
| Government | 6% |
Consultant and instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for consultants and instructor are education, technology and professional.
Consultant and instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 32% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Consultant and instructor turnover and employment statistics
Consultant and instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for consultants and instructor between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Consultant and instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Consultant and instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.49% |
| 2011 | 4.91% |
| 2012 | 4.86% |
| 2013 | 4.50% |
| 2014 | 3.44% |
| 2015 | 3.11% |
| 2016 | 3.54% |
| 2017 | 2.54% |
| 2018 | 2.62% |
| 2019 | 2.42% |
| 2020 | 2.67% |
| 2021 | 2.89% |
Average consultant and instructor tenure
The average consultant and instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,062 consultants and instructor resumes in Zippia's database.
Consultant and instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Consultant and instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of consultants and instructor 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Building Estimator | 4.41% | 16,052 |
| Logistics Planner | 8.65% | 30,339 |
| Marketing And Sales Associate | 10.00% | 300,744 |
| Business Development Consultant | 11.05% | 168,111 |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Officer | 11.64% | 57,776 |
| Consultant And Instructor | 12.19% | - |
| Major Donor Coordinator | 19.25% | 17,673 |
Similar consultant and instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Building Estimator | 4.41% | 16,052 |
| Logistics Planner | 8.65% | 30,339 |
| Marketing And Sales Associate | 10.00% | 300,744 |
| Business Development Consultant | 11.05% | 168,111 |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Officer | 11.64% | 57,776 |
| Major Donor Coordinator | 19.25% | 17,673 |
Foreign languages spoken by consultants and instructor
The most common foreign language among consultants and instructor is Spanish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.9% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 11.1%.
- Spanish, 33.3%
- French, 13.9%
- Chinese, 11.1%
- Arabic, 8.3%
- Japanese, 6.9%
- Other, 26.5%
Consultant and instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| French | 13.9% |
| Chinese | 11.1% |
| Arabic | 8.3% |
| Japanese | 6.9% |
| Other | 26.5% |
