Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for dermatologists in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 3,672 dermatologists currently employed in the United States.
- 85.5% of all dermatologists are women, while 14.5% are men.
- The average age of an employed dermatologist is 48 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of dermatologists is White (61.6%), followed by Asian (18.4%), Hispanic or Latino (10.0%) and Black or African American (5.3%).
- Dermatologists are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- Grand Forks, ND pays an annual average wage of $469,107, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 85% of what men earned.
- North Dakota is the best state for dermatologists to live.
- Dermatologists are 90% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Dermatologist Statistics By Gender
85.5% of dermatologists are women and 14.5% of dermatologists are men.
- Female, 85.5%
- Male, 14.5%
Dermatologists By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 85.5% |
| Male | 14.5% |
Gender Pay Gap For Dermatologist
Women Earn 85¢ For Every $1 Earned By Men
Dermatologist Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the dermatologist position over time.
Dermatologist Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18.40% | 81.60% |
| 2011 | 17.50% | 82.50% |
| 2012 | 18.01% | 81.99% |
| 2013 | 17.10% | 82.90% |
| 2014 | 16.60% | 83.40% |
| 2015 | 16.73% | 83.27% |
| 2016 | 16.28% | 83.72% |
| 2017 | 15.22% | 84.78% |
| 2018 | 15.04% | 84.96% |
| 2019 | 15.11% | 84.89% |
| 2020 | 14.31% | 85.69% |
| 2021 | 14.47% | 85.53% |
Dermatologist Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, flight surgeon and optometrist, owner have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse Midwife | 2% | 98% |
| Perinatal Nurse | 3% | 97% |
| Therapeutic Dietitian | 3% | 97% |
| Dermatologist | 14% | 86% |
| Radiology Resident | 75% | 25% |
| Optometrist, Owner | 76% | 24% |
| Flight Surgeon | 82% | 18% |
Dermatologist Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among dermatologists is White, which makes up 61.6% of all dermatologists. Comparatively, there are 18.4% of the Asian ethnicity and 10.0% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity.
- White, 61.6%
- Asian, 18.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.0%
- Black or African American, 5.3%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Dermatologist Race
| Dermatologist Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.6% |
| Asian | 18.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.0% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Dermatologist Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among dermatologists.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Dermatologist Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.57% | 5.38% | 16.51% | 9.15% |
| 2011 | 66.62% | 5.45% | 16.43% | 9.00% |
| 2012 | 66.69% | 5.21% | 16.09% | 9.53% |
| 2013 | 64.78% | 5.63% | 17.30% | 9.75% |
| 2014 | 65.87% | 5.25% | 16.87% | 9.49% |
| 2015 | 65.99% | 5.11% | 17.09% | 9.55% |
| 2016 | 63.94% | 5.48% | 18.50% | 9.22% |
| 2017 | 64.57% | 5.34% | 17.66% | 9.66% |
| 2018 | 64.70% | 5.33% | 17.33% | 9.73% |
| 2019 | 65.05% | 4.92% | 17.85% | 9.37% |
| 2020 | 62.60% | 5.08% | 17.96% | 9.92% |
| 2021 | 61.62% | 5.26% | 18.43% | 10.03% |
Dermatologist Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $416,575 |
| White | $440,002 |
| Black or African American | $412,400 |
| Asian | $435,726 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $422,595 |
Average Age of a Dermatologist
We determined the average age of dermatologists based on ethnicity and gender.
Dermatologist Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45 | 43 |
| White | 51 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 51 | 42 |
| Asian | 46 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 51 | 44 |
Dermatologist Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of dermatologist employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of dermatologists is 40+ years old, which represents 72% of the population.
Dermatologist Age
| Dermatologist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 1% |
Types of Dermatologist Degree Levels
The most common degree for dermatologists is bachelor's degree 33% of dermatologists earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 19% and rounding it off is diploma with 10%.
- Bachelors, 33%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 10%
- High School Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 28%
Dermatologists By Education
| Dermatologist Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 33% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 28% |
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Dermatologist Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where dermatologists work. We found most dermatologists work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most dermatologists is the health care industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire dermatologists.
Dermatologist Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 28% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
The Types Of Companies Dermatologist Work In
Employees with the dermatologist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dermatologists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Dermatologist Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 90% |
| Government | 2% |
Top Industries Hiring Dermatologists
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ dermatologists. Those industries include health care, professional and pharmaceutical.
Dermatologist Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 51% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Pharmaceutical | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Government | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Dermatologist Turnover And Employment Statistics
Dermatologist Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of dermatologists changed.
- Unemployment rate
Dermatologist Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Dermatologist Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 0.73% |
| 2011 | 0.72% |
| 2012 | 0.53% |
| 2013 | 0.68% |
| 2014 | 0.67% |
| 2015 | 0.66% |
| 2016 | 0.38% |
| 2017 | 0.38% |
| 2018 | 0.56% |
| 2019 | 0.42% |
| 2020 | 0.66% |
| 2021 | 0.69% |
The Average Number of Years That Dermatologist Stay in a Job
By looking over 512 dermatologists resumes, we figured out that the average dermatologist enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 33%.
Dermatologist Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Dermatologists with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to dermatologists.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Geriatric Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 5,113 |
| General Surgery Physician Assistant | 11.62% | 81,744 |
| Dermatologist | 12.85% | - |
| Bariatric Weight Loss Clinic Manager And Counselor | 13.00% | 43,780 |
| Attending Physician | 13.05% | 53,195 |
| Optometrist, Owner | 17.57% | 51,669 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 62,419 |
Dermatologist LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Geriatric Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 5,113 |
| General Surgery Physician Assistant | 11.62% | 81,744 |
| Bariatric Weight Loss Clinic Manager And Counselor | 13.00% | 43,780 |
| Attending Physician | 13.05% | 53,195 |
| Optometrist, Owner | 17.57% | 51,669 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 62,419 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Dermatologists
The most common foreign language among dermatologists is Spanish at 29.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Russian at 11.1% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 7.4%.
- Spanish, 29.6%
- Russian, 11.1%
- Portuguese, 7.4%
- German, 7.4%
- French, 7.4%
- Other, 37.1%
Dermatologist Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 29.6% |
| Russian | 11.1% |
| Portuguese | 7.4% |
| German | 7.4% |
| French | 7.4% |
| Other | 37.1% |
