Corps member demographics and statistics in the US
Corps member demographics research summary. Zippia estimates corps member demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our corps member estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about corps members after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 9,851 corps members currently employed in the United States.
- 60.5% of all corps members are women, while 39.5% are men.
- The average corps member age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of corps members is White (62.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.7%), Black or African American (11.1%) and Unknown (5.4%).
- In 2022, women earned 93% of what men earned.
- 14% of all corps members are LGBT.
- Corps members are 41% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Corps member demographics by:
Corps member gender statistics
60.5% of corps members are women and 39.5% of corps members are men.
- Female, 60.5%
- Male, 39.5%
Corps member gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 60.5% |
| Male | 39.5% |
Corps member gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$31,609
Female income
$29,335
Corps member gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in corps member positions over time. Currently, 60.5% of corps members are female.
Corps member gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47.34% | 52.66% |
| 2011 | 45.01% | 54.99% |
| 2012 | 45.88% | 54.12% |
| 2013 | 45.75% | 54.25% |
| 2014 | 45.61% | 54.39% |
| 2015 | 42.67% | 57.33% |
| 2016 | 41.40% | 58.60% |
| 2017 | 42.22% | 57.78% |
| 2018 | 41.81% | 58.19% |
| 2019 | 42.21% | 57.79% |
| 2020 | 37.70% | 62.30% |
| 2021 | 39.48% | 60.52% |
Corps member related jobs gender ratio
We compared corps members with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Corps Member | 39% | 61% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Corps member demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among corps members is White, which makes up 62.8% of all corps members. Comparatively, 14.7% of corps members are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of corps members are Black or African American.
- White, 62.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.7%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- Asian, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Corps member race
| Corps member race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.7% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| Asian | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Corps member race and ethnicity over time
See how corps member racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Corps member race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.10% | 10.74% | 3.67% | 10.99% |
| 2011 | 71.03% | 10.76% | 3.75% | 11.40% |
| 2012 | 72.10% | 10.04% | 3.28% | 11.46% |
| 2013 | 71.80% | 10.54% | 3.65% | 11.04% |
| 2014 | 69.65% | 11.12% | 3.96% | 11.92% |
| 2015 | 70.61% | 10.42% | 4.06% | 11.75% |
| 2016 | 70.76% | 9.35% | 4.69% | 11.68% |
| 2017 | 70.30% | 9.61% | 4.22% | 12.00% |
| 2018 | 70.67% | 9.40% | 4.31% | 12.38% |
| 2019 | 67.09% | 10.24% | 4.79% | 14.73% |
| 2020 | 64.21% | 10.57% | 3.92% | 14.63% |
| 2021 | 62.76% | 11.08% | 5.20% | 14.67% |
Corps member wage gap by race
According to our data, asian corps members have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown corps members have the lowest average salary at $30,015.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $30,015 |
| White | $31,877 |
| Black or African American | $31,089 |
| Asian | $33,811 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $31,376 |
Average corps member age
See how the average age of corps members varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Corps member age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 53 | 47 |
| Unknown | 46 | 42 |
| Asian | 37 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
| White | 47 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 |
Corps member age breakdown
The average age of corps members is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the corps member population.
Corps member age breakdown
| Corps Member Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Corps member educational attainment
The most common degree for corps members is bachelor's degree, with 72% of corps members earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 12% and high school diploma degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 6%
- Associate, 6%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Corps members by degree level
| Corps member degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Corps member wage gap by degree level
According to the data, corps members with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $43,681 annually. With a Master's degree, corps members earn a median annual income of $39,686 compared to $31,403 for corps members with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $39,686 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,403 |
| Doctorate Degree | $43,681 |
Corps member employment statistics
Most corps members work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where corps members work
Below, you can see the size of companies where corps members work.
Corps member jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Corps member jobs by company type
Employees with the corps member job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most corps members prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Corps member jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 41% |
| Public | 7% |
| Private | 28% |
| Government | 24% |
Corps member jobs by industry
The most common industries for corps members are education, government and non profits.
Corps member industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 31% |
| Government | 17% |
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Corps member turnover and employment statistics
Corps member unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for corps members between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Corps member unemployment rate by year
| Year | Corps member unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.61% |
| 2011 | 5.55% |
| 2012 | 4.47% |
| 2013 | 4.47% |
| 2014 | 4.12% |
| 2015 | 3.13% |
| 2016 | 3.26% |
| 2017 | 2.73% |
| 2018 | 2.00% |
| 2019 | 2.37% |
| 2020 | 3.36% |
| 2021 | 3.29% |
Average corps member tenure
The average corps member stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 12,118 corps members resumes in Zippia's database.
Corps member tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 57% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 3% |
| 5-7 years | 6% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Corps member LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of corps members 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades Contractor | 4.08% | 38,340 |
| Slot Operations Director | 8.19% | 64,353 |
| Funeral Home Manager | 9.30% | 46,129 |
| Real Estate Office Manager | 11.54% | 48,763 |
| Wellness Manager | 11.66% | 27,493 |
| Corps Member | 14.16% | - |
| Curriculum Director | 16.20% | 5,552 |
Similar corps member jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades Contractor | 4.08% | 38,340 |
| Slot Operations Director | 8.19% | 64,353 |
| Funeral Home Manager | 9.30% | 46,129 |
| Real Estate Office Manager | 11.54% | 48,763 |
| Wellness Manager | 11.66% | 27,493 |
| Curriculum Director | 16.20% | 5,552 |
Foreign languages spoken by corps members
The most common foreign language among corps members is Spanish at 61.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.5% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 3.6%.
- Spanish, 61.4%
- French, 11.5%
- Mandarin, 3.6%
- Chinese, 3.2%
- Italian, 3.0%
- Other, 17.3%
Corps member languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 61.4% |
| French | 11.5% |
| Mandarin | 3.6% |
| Chinese | 3.2% |
| Italian | 3.0% |
| Other | 17.3% |
