Editor & producer demographics and statistics in the US
Editor & producer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates editor & producer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our editor & producer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about editor & producers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 27,922 editor & producers currently employed in the United States.
- 25.0% of all editor & producers are women, while 75.0% are men.
- The average editor & producer age is 40 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of editor & producers is White (65.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.4%), Black or African American (7.8%) and Asian (6.3%).
- Editor & producers are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- San Francisco, CA pays an annual average wage of $68,028, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women editor & producers earned 98% of what men earned.
- New York is the best state for editor & producers to live.
- Editor & producers are 76% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Editor & producer gender statistics
25.0% of editor & producers are women and 75.0% of editor & producers are men.
- Male, 75.0%
- Female, 25.0%
Editor & producer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 75.0% |
| Female | 25.0% |
Editor & producer gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,800
Female income
$48,710
Editor & producer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in editor & producer positions over time. Currently, 25.0% of editor & producers are female.
Editor & producer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.70% | 24.30% |
| 2011 | 75.77% | 24.23% |
| 2012 | 77.75% | 22.25% |
| 2013 | 73.76% | 26.24% |
| 2014 | 75.70% | 24.30% |
| 2015 | 77.17% | 22.83% |
| 2016 | 75.68% | 24.32% |
| 2017 | 76.88% | 23.12% |
| 2018 | 73.98% | 26.02% |
| 2019 | 74.90% | 25.10% |
| 2020 | 77.17% | 22.83% |
| 2021 | 75.04% | 24.96% |
Editor & producer related jobs gender ratio
We compared editor & producers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Editor & Producer | 75% | 25% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Editor & producer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among editor & producers is White, which makes up 65.7% of all editor & producers. Comparatively, 14.4% of editor & producers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.8% of editor & producers are Black or African American.
- White, 65.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.4%
- Black or African American, 7.8%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Editor & producer race
| Editor & producer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.8% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Editor & producer race and ethnicity over time
See how editor & producer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Editor & producer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.54% | 7.90% | 4.65% | 12.77% |
| 2011 | 71.85% | 7.81% | 5.11% | 12.55% |
| 2012 | 73.64% | 7.43% | 4.65% | 11.53% |
| 2013 | 72.91% | 6.82% | 5.10% | 12.79% |
| 2014 | 71.27% | 8.30% | 5.30% | 11.91% |
| 2015 | 70.84% | 7.68% | 4.50% | 13.45% |
| 2016 | 70.01% | 8.02% | 5.56% | 13.08% |
| 2017 | 71.99% | 7.70% | 5.61% | 11.39% |
| 2018 | 71.45% | 7.36% | 6.16% | 11.78% |
| 2019 | 70.80% | 6.99% | 6.42% | 12.50% |
| 2020 | 68.45% | 6.50% | 5.66% | 13.86% |
| 2021 | 65.70% | 7.83% | 6.34% | 14.39% |
Editor & producer wage gap by race
According to our data, white editor & producers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american editor & producers have the lowest average salary at $48,724.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,151 |
| White | $50,892 |
| Black or African American | $48,724 |
| Asian | $50,549 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,715 |
Average editor & producer age
See how the average age of editor & producers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Editor & producer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41.5 | 33 |
| White | 40 | 39 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 38.5 |
| Asian | 42 | 35.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 35 |
Editor & producer age breakdown
The average age of editor & producers is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the editor & producer population.
Editor & producer age breakdown
| Editor & Producer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 34% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Editor & producer educational attainment
The most common degree for editor & producers is bachelor's degree, with 80% of editor & producers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 10% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 80%
- Associate, 10%
- Master's, 7%
- High School Diploma, 1%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Editor & producers by degree level
| Editor & producer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 80% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Master's | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Editor & producer wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,785 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,151 |
Editor & producer employment statistics
Most editor & producers work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where editor & producers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where editor & producers work.
Editor & producer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Editor & producer jobs by company type
Employees with the editor & producer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most editor & producers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Editor & producer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 3% |
Editor & producer jobs by industry
The most common industries for editor & producers are media, professional and education.
Editor & producer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 42% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
| Internet | 5% |
| Telecommunication | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Editor & producer turnover and employment statistics
Editor & producer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for editor & producers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Editor & producer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Editor & producer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.11% |
| 2011 | 9.01% |
| 2012 | 10.36% |
| 2013 | 7.36% |
| 2014 | 6.86% |
| 2015 | 6.65% |
| 2016 | 6.72% |
| 2017 | 5.97% |
| 2018 | 4.46% |
| 2019 | 5.46% |
| 2020 | 11.43% |
| 2021 | 9.18% |
Average editor & producer tenure
The average editor & producer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,274 editor & producers resumes in Zippia's database.
Editor & producer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Editor & producer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of editor & producers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Official | 5.42% | 6,921 |
| Professional Poker Player | 6.54% | 43,553 |
| Lacrosse Coach | 7.62% | 14,457 |
| Accompanist | 8.54% | 197 |
| Performer | 13.74% | 353 |
| Editor & Producer | 14.31% | - |
| Chancel Choir Director | 30.45% | 4,750 |
Similar editor & producer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Official | 5.42% | 6,921 |
| Professional Poker Player | 6.54% | 43,553 |
| Lacrosse Coach | 7.62% | 14,457 |
| Accompanist | 8.54% | 197 |
| Performer | 13.74% | 353 |
| Chancel Choir Director | 30.45% | 4,750 |
Foreign languages spoken by editor & producers
The most common foreign language among editor & producers is Spanish at 56.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.9% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 5.8%.
- Spanish, 56.3%
- French, 8.9%
- Portuguese, 5.8%
- German, 5.3%
- Italian, 4.2%
- Other, 19.5%
Editor & producer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 56.3% |
| French | 8.9% |
| Portuguese | 5.8% |
| German | 5.3% |
| Italian | 4.2% |
| Other | 19.5% |
