Deputy editor demographics and statistics in the US
Deputy editor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates deputy editor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our deputy editor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about deputy editors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 6,852 deputy editors currently employed in the United States.
- 45.7% of all deputy editors are women, while 54.3% are men.
- The average deputy editor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of deputy editors is White (76.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (8.2%), Asian (7.3%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- In 2022, women earned 102% of what men earned.
- 12% of all deputy editors are LGBT.
- Deputy editors are 77% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Deputy editor demographics by:
Deputy editor gender statistics
45.7% of deputy editors are women and 54.3% of deputy editors are men.
- Male, 54.3%
- Female, 45.7%
Deputy editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.3% |
| Female | 45.7% |
Deputy editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.02 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$93,843
Female income
$95,356
Deputy editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in deputy editor positions over time. Currently, 45.7% of deputy editors are female.
Deputy editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.59% | 42.41% |
| 2011 | 58.57% | 41.43% |
| 2012 | 60.76% | 39.24% |
| 2013 | 60.75% | 39.25% |
| 2014 | 59.59% | 40.41% |
| 2015 | 58.11% | 41.89% |
| 2016 | 59.35% | 40.65% |
| 2017 | 58.84% | 41.16% |
| 2018 | 55.11% | 44.89% |
| 2019 | 58.45% | 41.55% |
| 2020 | 56.05% | 43.95% |
| 2021 | 54.29% | 45.71% |
Deputy editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared deputy editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Deputy Editor | 54% | 46% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Deputy editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among deputy editors is White, which makes up 76.0% of all deputy editors. Comparatively, 8.2% of deputy editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.3% of deputy editors are Asian.
- White, 76.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.2%
- Asian, 7.3%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Deputy editor race
| Deputy editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.2% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Deputy editor race and ethnicity over time
See how deputy editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Deputy editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.13% | 3.97% | 6.61% | 7.92% |
| 2011 | 81.30% | 3.98% | 5.44% | 7.71% |
| 2012 | 80.81% | 4.13% | 5.72% | 7.41% |
| 2013 | 77.99% | 4.91% | 6.61% | 7.46% |
| 2014 | 78.99% | 4.06% | 6.82% | 7.70% |
| 2015 | 77.65% | 4.50% | 6.80% | 8.44% |
| 2016 | 77.70% | 4.52% | 6.63% | 8.58% |
| 2017 | 77.71% | 4.63% | 6.71% | 7.91% |
| 2018 | 77.77% | 4.03% | 7.26% | 8.09% |
| 2019 | 76.97% | 3.90% | 7.66% | 9.17% |
| 2020 | 75.07% | 3.75% | 7.01% | 8.89% |
| 2021 | 76.03% | 3.61% | 7.31% | 8.19% |
Deputy editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian deputy editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american deputy editors have the lowest average salary at $88,804.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $93,696 |
| White | $90,297 |
| Black or African American | $88,804 |
| Asian | $99,239 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $97,612 |
Average deputy editor age
See how the average age of deputy editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Deputy editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Deputy editor age breakdown
The average age of deputy editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the deputy editor population.
Deputy editor age breakdown
| Deputy Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Deputy editor educational attainment
The most common degree for deputy editors is bachelor's degree, with 78% of deputy editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 2%.
- Bachelor's, 78%
- Master's, 15%
- Diploma, 2%
- Associate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Deputy editors by degree level
| Deputy editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 78% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Associate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Deputy editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, deputy editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $121,190 annually. With a Master's degree, deputy editors earn a median annual income of $111,080 compared to $98,577 for deputy editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $111,080 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $98,577 |
| Doctorate Degree | $121,190 |
Deputy editor employment statistics
Most deputy editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where deputy editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where deputy editors work.
Deputy editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Deputy editor jobs by company type
Employees with the deputy editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most deputy editors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Deputy editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 77% |
| Government | 2% |
Deputy editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for deputy editors are media, technology and professional.
Deputy editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 48% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
| Start-up | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Deputy editor turnover and employment statistics
Deputy editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for deputy editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Deputy editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Deputy editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average deputy editor tenure
The average deputy editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 523 deputy editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Deputy editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Deputy editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of deputy editors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Television News Photographer | 10.10% | 2,871 |
| Broadcaster | 10.34% | 29 |
| Alumni Relations Coordinator | 12.01% | 33,389 |
| Deputy Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Interpretive Program Coordinator | 14.90% | 75,160 |
| Novelist | 16.36% | 92 |
| Track Announcer | 16.36% | 736 |
Similar deputy editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Television News Photographer | 10.10% | 2,871 |
| Broadcaster | 10.34% | 29 |
| Alumni Relations Coordinator | 12.01% | 33,389 |
| Interpretive Program Coordinator | 14.90% | 75,160 |
| Novelist | 16.36% | 92 |
| Track Announcer | 16.36% | 736 |
Foreign languages spoken by deputy editors
The most common foreign language among deputy editors is Spanish at 25.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 21.0% and Russian is the third-most popular at 9.7%.
- Spanish, 25.8%
- French, 21.0%
- Russian, 9.7%
- Portuguese, 4.8%
- Chinese, 4.8%
- Other, 33.9%
Deputy editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 25.8% |
| French | 21.0% |
| Russian | 9.7% |
| Portuguese | 4.8% |
| Chinese | 4.8% |
| Other | 33.9% |
