Crime analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Crime analyst gender statistics
53.3% of crime analysts are women and 46.7% of crime analysts are men.
- Female, 53.3%
- Male, 46.7%
Crime analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% |
| Male | 46.7% |
Crime analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$60,770
Female income
$55,714
Crime analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in crime analyst positions over time. Currently, 53.3% of crime analysts are female.
Crime analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.04% | 50.96% |
| 2011 | 49.88% | 50.12% |
| 2012 | 45.08% | 54.92% |
| 2013 | 45.08% | 54.92% |
| 2014 | 47.60% | 52.40% |
| 2015 | 44.39% | 55.61% |
| 2016 | 46.22% | 53.78% |
| 2017 | 42.11% | 57.89% |
| 2018 | 44.79% | 55.21% |
| 2019 | 46.40% | 53.60% |
| 2020 | 44.34% | 55.66% |
| 2021 | 46.71% | 53.29% |
Crime analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared crime analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, deputy sheriff-k9 handler and fugitive investigator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Matron | 8% | 92% |
| Deputy Treasurer | 19% | 81% |
| Unemployment Examiner | 29% | 71% |
| Crime Analyst | 47% | 53% |
| Town Marshal | 96% | 4% |
| Fugitive Investigator | 97% | 3% |
| Deputy Sheriff-K9 Handler | 98% | 2% |
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Crime analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among crime analysts is White, which makes up 62.8% of all crime analysts. Comparatively, 16.2% of crime analysts are Hispanic or Latino and 12.5% of crime analysts are Black or African American.
- White, 62.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.2%
- Black or African American, 12.5%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Asian, 2.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Crime analyst race
| Crime analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.5% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Asian | 2.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Crime analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how crime analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Crime analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.00% | 12.14% | 2.62% | 14.61% |
| 2011 | 66.29% | 14.37% | 1.99% | 14.04% |
| 2012 | 65.93% | 13.21% | 3.05% | 14.98% |
| 2013 | 65.20% | 13.95% | 1.99% | 16.59% |
| 2014 | 68.53% | 12.28% | 1.81% | 15.01% |
| 2015 | 66.65% | 11.44% | 2.78% | 16.14% |
| 2016 | 65.81% | 12.14% | 3.09% | 16.16% |
| 2017 | 65.75% | 12.71% | 2.82% | 16.32% |
| 2018 | 64.50% | 13.06% | 2.98% | 15.95% |
| 2019 | 65.97% | 10.94% | 2.52% | 17.54% |
| 2020 | 62.10% | 12.18% | 3.03% | 18.23% |
| 2021 | 62.76% | 12.52% | 2.85% | 16.18% |
Crime analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian crime analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown crime analysts have the lowest average salary at $57,683.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $57,683 |
| White | $60,502 |
| Black or African American | $58,362 |
| Asian | $64,704 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $62,889 |
Average crime analyst age
See how the average age of crime analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Crime analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41 | 46.5 |
| White | 44 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 49 | 50 |
| Asian | 48.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 40 |
Crime analyst age breakdown
The average age of crime analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 69% of the crime analyst population.
Crime analyst age breakdown
| Crime Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 69% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Crime analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for crime analysts is bachelor's degree, with 68% of crime analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 11%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Crime analysts by degree level
| Crime analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Crime analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, crime analysts with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $67,327 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, crime analysts earn a median annual income of $65,040 compared to $57,191 for crime analysts with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $67,327 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $54,129 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,040 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,191 |
Crime analyst employment statistics
Most crime analysts work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where crime analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where crime analysts work.
Crime analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Crime analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the crime analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most crime analysts prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Crime analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 22% |
| Government | 55% |
Crime analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for crime analysts are government, finance and education.
Crime analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 48% |
| Finance | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Crime analyst turnover and employment statistics
Crime analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for crime analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Crime analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Crime analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.65% |
| 2011 | 2.50% |
| 2012 | 2.26% |
| 2013 | 2.05% |
| 2014 | 1.64% |
| 2015 | 1.40% |
| 2016 | 1.43% |
| 2017 | 1.22% |
| 2018 | 1.60% |
| 2019 | 1.17% |
| 2020 | 1.05% |
| 2021 | 1.42% |
Average crime analyst tenure
The average crime analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 590 crime analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Crime analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Crime analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of crime analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Detention Enforcement Officer | 5.55% | 56,489 |
| Campus Safety Officer | 7.15% | 114,874 |
| Crime Analyst | 8.65% | - |
| Deputy Bailiff | 11.11% | 1,804 |
Similar crime analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Detention Enforcement Officer | 5.55% | 56,489 |
| Campus Safety Officer | 7.15% | 114,874 |
| Deputy Bailiff | 11.11% | 1,804 |
Foreign languages spoken by crime analysts
The most common foreign language among crime analysts is Spanish at 55.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.0% and Russian is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 55.0%
- French, 10.0%
- Russian, 10.0%
- Danish, 5.0%
- Amharic, 5.0%
- Other, 15.0%
Crime analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.0% |
| French | 10.0% |
| Russian | 10.0% |
| Danish | 5.0% |
| Amharic | 5.0% |
| Other | 15.0% |
