Consulting specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Consulting specialist gender statistics
44.3% of consulting specialists are women and 55.7% of consulting specialists are men.
- Male, 55.7%
- Female, 44.3%
Consulting specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 55.7% |
| Female | 44.3% |
Consulting specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$87,519
Female income
$80,318
Consulting specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in consulting specialist positions over time. Currently, 44.3% of consulting specialists are female.
Consulting specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47.88% | 52.12% |
| 2011 | 46.76% | 53.24% |
| 2012 | 48.39% | 51.61% |
| 2013 | 50.38% | 49.62% |
| 2014 | 48.38% | 51.62% |
| 2015 | 52.22% | 47.78% |
| 2016 | 50.33% | 49.67% |
| 2017 | 51.32% | 48.68% |
| 2018 | 59.67% | 40.33% |
| 2019 | 57.64% | 42.36% |
| 2020 | 58.95% | 41.05% |
| 2021 | 55.67% | 44.33% |
Consulting specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared consulting specialists 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% |
| Consulting Specialist | 56% | 44% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Consulting specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among consulting specialists is White, which makes up 70.4% of all consulting specialists. Comparatively, 9.4% of consulting specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 8.8% of consulting specialists are Asian.
- White, 70.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.4%
- Asian, 8.8%
- Black or African American, 6.4%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Consulting specialist race
| Consulting specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.4% |
| Asian | 8.8% |
| Black or African American | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Consulting specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how consulting specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Consulting specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.64% | 9.14% | 7.50% | 9.18% |
| 2011 | 71.90% | 8.69% | 7.23% | 8.97% |
| 2012 | 69.84% | 10.88% | 7.75% | 9.10% |
| 2013 | 71.15% | 8.71% | 8.65% | 9.21% |
| 2014 | 70.05% | 9.83% | 9.19% | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 70.53% | 8.82% | 8.99% | 9.05% |
| 2016 | 70.07% | 8.42% | 8.90% | 9.52% |
| 2017 | 70.11% | 8.43% | 9.91% | 9.28% |
| 2018 | 74.70% | 6.12% | 8.75% | 7.78% |
| 2019 | 73.89% | 6.53% | 8.10% | 8.69% |
| 2020 | 71.54% | 6.02% | 8.75% | 8.96% |
| 2021 | 70.43% | 6.36% | 8.83% | 9.39% |
Consulting specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian consulting specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino consulting specialists have the lowest average salary at $84,228.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $87,625 |
| White | $87,339 |
| Black or African American | $84,476 |
| Asian | $94,292 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $84,228 |
Average consulting specialist age
See how the average age of consulting specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Consulting specialist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 46 |
| Unknown | 44 | 43 |
| Asian | 42 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 40 |
| White | 44 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 48.5 |
Consulting specialist age breakdown
The average age of consulting specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the consulting specialist population.
Consulting specialist age breakdown
| Consulting Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Consulting specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for consulting specialists is bachelor's degree, with 59% of consulting specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 17% and master's degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 59%
- Master's, 17%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Consulting specialists by degree level
| Consulting specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59% |
| Master's | 17% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Consulting specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, consulting specialists with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $104,754 annually. With a Master's degree, consulting specialists earn a median annual income of $102,716 compared to $92,053 for consulting specialists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $102,716 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $92,053 |
| Doctorate Degree | $104,754 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $78,478 |
Consulting specialist employment statistics
Most consulting specialists work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where consulting specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where consulting specialists work.
Consulting specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 34% |
Consulting specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the consulting specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most consulting specialists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Consulting specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 34% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 4% |
Consulting specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for consulting specialists are professional, technology and health care.
Consulting specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Technology | 11% |
| Health Care | 10% |
| Finance | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Media | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Consulting specialist turnover and employment statistics
Consulting specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for consulting specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Consulting specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Consulting specialist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.91% |
| 2011 | 6.00% |
| 2012 | 5.43% |
| 2013 | 4.38% |
| 2014 | 4.31% |
| 2015 | 3.33% |
| 2016 | 3.41% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 2.68% |
| 2019 | 2.51% |
| 2020 | 3.52% |
| 2021 | 3.70% |
Average consulting specialist tenure
The average consulting specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,292 consulting specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Consulting specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Consulting specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of consulting specialists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Estimator | 4.41% | 36,760 |
| Lead Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 25,057 |
| Personnel Placement Specialist | 8.93% | 2,640 |
| Regional Marketing Specialist | 10.00% | 115,805 |
| Consulting Specialist | 11.05% | - |
| Environmental Compliance Specialist | 11.64% | 31,894 |
| Capital Campaign Fundraiser | 19.25% | 2,012 |
Similar consulting specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Estimator | 4.41% | 36,760 |
| Lead Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 25,057 |
| Personnel Placement Specialist | 8.93% | 2,640 |
| Regional Marketing Specialist | 10.00% | 115,805 |
| Environmental Compliance Specialist | 11.64% | 31,894 |
| Capital Campaign Fundraiser | 19.25% | 2,012 |
Foreign languages spoken by consulting specialists
The most common foreign language among consulting specialists is Spanish at 53.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 15.4% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 6.2%.
- Spanish, 53.8%
- French, 15.4%
- Arabic, 6.2%
- German, 4.6%
- Portuguese, 3.1%
- Other, 16.9%
Consulting specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 53.8% |
| French | 15.4% |
| Arabic | 6.2% |
| German | 4.6% |
| Portuguese | 3.1% |
| Other | 16.9% |
