Federal investigator demographics and statistics in the US
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Federal investigator gender statistics
43.1% of federal investigators are women and 56.9% of federal investigators are men.
- Male, 56.9%
- Female, 43.1%
Federal investigator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.9% |
| Female | 43.1% |
Federal investigator gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,118
Female income
$45,598
Federal investigator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in federal investigator positions over time. Currently, 43.1% of federal investigators are female.
Federal investigator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.14% | 40.86% |
| 2011 | 59.95% | 40.05% |
| 2012 | 55.25% | 44.75% |
| 2013 | 55.24% | 44.76% |
| 2014 | 57.74% | 42.26% |
| 2015 | 54.56% | 45.44% |
| 2016 | 56.38% | 43.62% |
| 2017 | 52.24% | 47.76% |
| 2018 | 54.96% | 45.04% |
| 2019 | 56.56% | 43.44% |
| 2020 | 54.51% | 45.49% |
| 2021 | 56.86% | 43.14% |
Federal investigator related jobs gender ratio
We compared federal investigators 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% |
| Federal Investigator | 57% | 43% |
| Town Marshal | 96% | 4% |
| Fugitive Investigator | 97% | 3% |
| Deputy Sheriff-K9 Handler | 98% | 2% |
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Federal investigator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among federal investigators is White, which makes up 62.2% of all federal investigators. Comparatively, 17.2% of federal investigators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of federal investigators are Black or African American.
- White, 62.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.2%
- Black or African American, 12.1%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Asian, 2.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Federal investigator race
| Federal investigator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.2% |
| Black or African American | 12.1% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Asian | 2.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Federal investigator race and ethnicity over time
See how federal investigator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Federal investigator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.48% | 11.67% | 2.61% | 15.64% |
| 2011 | 65.77% | 13.91% | 1.98% | 15.06% |
| 2012 | 65.41% | 12.74% | 3.03% | 16.01% |
| 2013 | 64.67% | 13.49% | 1.97% | 17.61% |
| 2014 | 68.01% | 11.82% | 1.79% | 16.03% |
| 2015 | 66.13% | 10.97% | 2.76% | 17.17% |
| 2016 | 65.28% | 11.68% | 3.07% | 17.19% |
| 2017 | 65.23% | 12.24% | 2.81% | 17.34% |
| 2018 | 63.97% | 12.60% | 2.96% | 16.97% |
| 2019 | 65.45% | 10.48% | 2.50% | 18.57% |
| 2020 | 61.58% | 11.71% | 3.01% | 19.25% |
| 2021 | 62.24% | 12.06% | 2.83% | 17.21% |
Federal investigator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian federal investigators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown federal investigators have the lowest average salary at $47,889.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $47,889 |
| White | $50,892 |
| Black or African American | $48,544 |
| Asian | $55,188 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,455 |
Average federal investigator age
See how the average age of federal investigators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Federal investigator 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 |
Federal investigator age breakdown
The average age of federal investigators is 40+ years years old, representing 69% of the federal investigator population.
Federal investigator age breakdown
| Federal Investigator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 69% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Federal investigator educational attainment
The most common degree for federal investigators is bachelor's degree, with 64% of federal investigators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Master's, 16%
- Associate, 11%
- Doctorate, 6%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Federal investigators by degree level
| Federal investigator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Doctorate | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Federal investigator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, federal investigators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,083 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, federal investigators earn a median annual income of $55,568 compared to $46,906 for federal investigators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,083 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,549 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,568 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,906 |
Federal investigator employment statistics
Most federal investigators work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where federal investigators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where federal investigators work.
Federal investigator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 2% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Federal investigator jobs by company type
Employees with the federal investigator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most federal investigators prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Federal investigator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 10% |
| Private | 31% |
| Government | 54% |
Federal investigator jobs by industry
The most common industries for federal investigators are government, professional and utilities.
Federal investigator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 49% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Utilities | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Federal investigator turnover and employment statistics
Federal investigator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for federal investigators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Federal investigator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Federal investigator 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 federal investigator tenure
The average federal investigator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 233 federal investigators resumes in Zippia's database.
Federal investigator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 8% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Federal investigator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of federal investigators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Reserve Officer | 5.55% | 57,365 |
| City Constable | 7.15% | 5,111 |
| Federal Investigator | 8.65% | - |
| Bailiff | 11.11% | 130 |
Similar federal investigator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Reserve Officer | 5.55% | 57,365 |
| City Constable | 7.15% | 5,111 |
| Bailiff | 11.11% | 130 |
Foreign languages spoken by federal investigators
The most common foreign language among federal investigators is Spanish at 64.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 14.3% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 64.3%
- Mandarin, 14.3%
- Chinese, 14.3%
- Hebrew, 7.1%
Federal investigator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.3% |
| Mandarin | 14.3% |
| Chinese | 14.3% |
| Hebrew | 7.1% |