Corrections counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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Corrections counselor demographics by:
Corrections counselor gender statistics
50.7% of corrections counselors are women and 49.3% of corrections counselors are men.
- Female, 50.7%
- Male, 49.3%
Corrections counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% |
| Male | 49.3% |
Corrections counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,699
Female income
$43,954
Corrections counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in corrections counselor positions over time. Currently, 50.7% of corrections counselors are female.
Corrections counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.31% | 39.69% |
| 2011 | 58.53% | 41.47% |
| 2012 | 58.29% | 41.71% |
| 2013 | 58.03% | 41.97% |
| 2014 | 56.89% | 43.11% |
| 2015 | 56.98% | 43.02% |
| 2016 | 55.66% | 44.34% |
| 2017 | 54.79% | 45.21% |
| 2018 | 50.08% | 49.92% |
| 2019 | 51.75% | 48.25% |
| 2020 | 47.17% | 52.83% |
| 2021 | 49.34% | 50.66% |
Corrections counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared corrections 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% |
| Corrections Counselor | 49% | 51% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Corrections counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among corrections counselors is White, which makes up 67.0% of all corrections counselors. Comparatively, 14.2% of corrections counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of corrections 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%
Corrections counselor race
| Corrections 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% |
Corrections counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how corrections counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Corrections 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% |
Corrections counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino corrections counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american corrections counselors have the lowest average salary at $43,921.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,262 |
| White | $44,327 |
| Black or African American | $43,921 |
| Asian | $45,159 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,853 |
Average corrections counselor age
See how the average age of corrections counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Corrections 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 |
Corrections counselor age breakdown
The average age of corrections counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the corrections counselor population.
Corrections counselor age breakdown
| Corrections Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Corrections counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for corrections counselors is bachelor's degree, with 61% of corrections counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 61%
- Master's, 16%
- Associate, 15%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Corrections counselors by degree level
| Corrections counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 61% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Associate | 15% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Corrections counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, corrections counselors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $54,410 annually. With a Master's degree, corrections counselors earn a median annual income of $53,486 compared to $46,552 for corrections counselors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,486 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $46,552 |
| Doctorate Degree | $54,410 |
Corrections counselor employment statistics
Most corrections counselors work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where corrections counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where corrections counselors work.
Corrections counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Corrections counselor jobs by company type
Employees with the corrections counselor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most corrections counselors prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Corrections counselor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 38% |
| Government | 52% |
Corrections counselor jobs by industry
The most common industries for corrections counselors are government, health care and professional.
Corrections counselor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 42% |
| Health Care | 15% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Education | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Corrections counselor turnover and employment statistics
Corrections counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for corrections counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Corrections counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Corrections 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 corrections counselor tenure
The average corrections counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,778 corrections counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
Corrections counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Corrections counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of corrections 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Parole Supervisor | 9.50% | 914 |
| Corrections Counselor | 10.75% | - |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Program Management Assistant | 11.48% | 140,153 |
| Behavioral Health Professional | 15.06% | 157,931 |
| Mental Health Associate | 15.06% | 122,947 |
Similar corrections counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Parole Supervisor | 9.50% | 914 |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Program Management Assistant | 11.48% | 140,153 |
| Behavioral Health Professional | 15.06% | 157,931 |
| Mental Health Associate | 15.06% | 122,947 |
Foreign languages spoken by corrections counselors
The most common foreign language among corrections counselors is Spanish at 85.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 5.7% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 2.9%.
- Spanish, 85.7%
- German, 5.7%
- Arabic, 2.9%
- French, 2.9%
- Turkish, 2.9%
Corrections counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 85.7% |
| German | 5.7% |
| Arabic | 2.9% |
| French | 2.9% |
| Turkish | 2.9% |
