Cosmetology teacher demographics and statistics in the US
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Cosmetology teacher gender statistics
87.5% of cosmetology teachers are women and 12.5% of cosmetology teachers are men.
- Female, 87.5%
- Male, 12.5%
Cosmetology teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 87.5% |
| Male | 12.5% |
Cosmetology teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,437
Female income
$41,134
Cosmetology teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cosmetology teacher positions over time. Currently, 87.5% of cosmetology teachers are female.
Cosmetology teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.99% | 88.01% |
| 2011 | 12.11% | 87.89% |
| 2012 | 12.46% | 87.54% |
| 2013 | 12.05% | 87.95% |
| 2014 | 12.04% | 87.96% |
| 2015 | 11.98% | 88.02% |
| 2016 | 12.09% | 87.91% |
| 2017 | 12.23% | 87.77% |
| 2018 | 11.92% | 88.08% |
| 2019 | 12.46% | 87.54% |
| 2020 | 12.74% | 87.26% |
| 2021 | 12.50% | 87.50% |
Cosmetology teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared cosmetology teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, auto collision repair instructor and automotive technology instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Cosmetology Teacher | 13% | 88% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Cosmetology teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among cosmetology teachers is White, which makes up 72.0% of all cosmetology teachers. Comparatively, 11.9% of cosmetology teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.2% of cosmetology teachers are Black or African American.
- White, 72.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.9%
- Black or African American, 8.2%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- Asian, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Cosmetology teacher race
| Cosmetology teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| Asian | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Cosmetology teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how cosmetology teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Cosmetology teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.13% | 8.96% | 2.74% | 10.07% |
| 2011 | 75.80% | 9.01% | 2.92% | 10.07% |
| 2012 | 75.43% | 8.75% | 3.00% | 10.53% |
| 2013 | 75.79% | 8.63% | 3.00% | 10.54% |
| 2014 | 74.96% | 9.22% | 3.03% | 10.80% |
| 2015 | 74.56% | 8.73% | 3.59% | 10.78% |
| 2016 | 74.83% | 8.44% | 2.96% | 11.37% |
| 2017 | 75.63% | 7.72% | 3.11% | 11.17% |
| 2018 | 74.58% | 7.95% | 3.76% | 11.28% |
| 2019 | 75.89% | 7.76% | 3.33% | 10.88% |
| 2020 | 73.44% | 7.52% | 3.35% | 11.24% |
| 2021 | 71.95% | 8.16% | 3.61% | 11.86% |
Cosmetology teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, asian cosmetology teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american cosmetology teachers have the lowest average salary at $42,109.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,496 |
| White | $42,911 |
| Black or African American | $42,109 |
| Asian | $49,803 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,308 |
Average cosmetology teacher age
See how the average age of cosmetology teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Cosmetology teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 47 |
| Unknown | 44 | 42 |
| Asian | 43 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 41 |
| White | 43 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 | 47 |
Cosmetology teacher age breakdown
The average age of cosmetology teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the cosmetology teacher population.
Cosmetology teacher age breakdown
| Cosmetology Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 10% |
Cosmetology teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for cosmetology teachers is bachelor's degree, with 38% of cosmetology teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 38%
- Associate, 19%
- Master's, 14%
- Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 17%
Cosmetology teachers by degree level
| Cosmetology teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 38% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 17% |
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Cosmetology teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, cosmetology teachers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $60,581 annually. With a Master's degree, cosmetology teachers earn a median annual income of $59,654 compared to $46,657 for cosmetology teachers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,654 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $46,657 |
| Doctorate Degree | $60,581 |
Cosmetology teacher employment statistics
Company size where cosmetology teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where cosmetology teachers work.
Cosmetology teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 18% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 38% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
Cosmetology teacher turnover and employment statistics
Cosmetology teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for cosmetology teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Cosmetology teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Cosmetology teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.75% |
| 2011 | 2.67% |
| 2012 | 2.79% |
| 2013 | 2.31% |
| 2014 | 2.01% |
| 2015 | 1.53% |
| 2016 | 1.51% |
| 2017 | 1.10% |
| 2018 | 1.28% |
| 2019 | 1.36% |
| 2020 | 1.67% |
| 2021 | 1.81% |
Average cosmetology teacher tenure
The average cosmetology teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 152 cosmetology teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Cosmetology teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 41% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Cosmetology teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of cosmetology teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5.04% | 55,776 |
| Learning Disabilities Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 68,255 |
| Professional Educator | 8.89% | 52,449 |
| Cosmetology Teacher | 11.94% | - |
Similar cosmetology teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5.04% | 55,776 |
| Learning Disabilities Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 68,255 |
| Professional Educator | 8.89% | 52,449 |
Foreign languages spoken by cosmetology teachers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Cosmetology teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |