Firearms Instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Firearms Instructor gender statistics
8.0% of firearms instructors are women and 92.0% of firearms instructors are men.
- Male, 92.0%
- Female, 8.0%
Firearms Instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.0% |
| Female | 8.0% |
Firearms Instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$48,706
Female Income
$46,747
Firearms Instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in firearms instructor positions over time. Currently, 8.0% of firearms instructors are female.
Firearms Instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.22% | 7.78% |
| 2011 | 92.37% | 7.63% |
| 2012 | 92.28% | 7.72% |
| 2013 | 92.15% | 7.85% |
| 2014 | 91.82% | 8.18% |
| 2015 | 92.07% | 7.93% |
| 2016 | 91.97% | 8.03% |
| 2017 | 92.14% | 7.86% |
| 2018 | 91.97% | 8.03% |
| 2019 | 91.84% | 8.16% |
| 2020 | 91.64% | 8.36% |
| 2021 | 92.04% | 7.96% |
Firearms Instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared firearms instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, hvac/r instructor and assistant professor of air conditioning and refrigeration have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetics Instructor | 8% | 92% |
| Cosmetology Instructor | 9% | 91% |
| Adjunct Nursing Faculty | 9% | 91% |
| Firearms Instructor | 92% | 8% |
| Diesel Technology Instructor | 97% | 3% |
| Assistant Professor Of Air Conditioning And Refrigeration | 97% | 3% |
| Hvac/R Instructor | 97% | 3% |
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Firearms Instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among firearms instructors is White, which makes up 66.1% of all firearms instructors. Comparatively, 11.3% of firearms instructors are Asian and 10.2% of firearms instructors are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 66.1%
- Asian, 11.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.2%
- Black or African American, 7.2%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Firearms Instructor Race
| Firearms Instructor Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.1% |
| Asian | 11.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.2% |
| Black or African American | 7.2% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Firearms Instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how firearms instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Firearms Instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.53% | 7.33% | 9.17% | 8.37% |
| 2011 | 72.22% | 7.18% | 9.90% | 8.12% |
| 2012 | 71.81% | 7.47% | 9.77% | 8.37% |
| 2013 | 70.95% | 7.83% | 10.06% | 8.62% |
| 2014 | 71.04% | 7.45% | 9.72% | 9.00% |
| 2015 | 69.49% | 7.68% | 10.67% | 9.29% |
| 2016 | 69.98% | 7.61% | 10.40% | 9.19% |
| 2017 | 69.06% | 7.35% | 11.56% | 9.24% |
| 2018 | 70.84% | 7.09% | 9.89% | 9.43% |
| 2019 | 69.18% | 7.36% | 10.83% | 9.96% |
| 2020 | 67.25% | 7.06% | 10.47% | 10.11% |
| 2021 | 66.10% | 7.19% | 11.26% | 10.23% |
Firearms Instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian firearms instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american firearms instructors have the lowest average salary at $47,910.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,462 |
| White | $48,519 |
| Black or African American | $47,910 |
| Asian | $49,947 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,716 |
Average firearms instructor age
See how the average age of firearms instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Firearms Instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 45 |
| Unknown | 44.5 | 44 |
| Asian | 41 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 41 |
| White | 48 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 54 | 48 |
Firearms Instructor age breakdown
The average age of firearms instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the firearms instructor population.
Firearms Instructor age breakdown
| Firearms Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Firearms Instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for firearms instructors is bachelor's degree, with 47% of firearms instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 47%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Firearms Instructors by degree level
| Firearms Instructor Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 47% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Firearms Instructor wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $49,754 |
| Doctorate Degree | $60,640 |
Firearms Instructor employment statistics
Most firearms instructors work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where firearms instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where firearms instructors work.
Firearms Instructor jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Firearms Instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the firearms instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most firearms instructors prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Firearms Instructor jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 42% |
| Government | 32% |
Firearms Instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for firearms instructors are government, education and professional.
Firearms Instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 31% |
| Education | 12% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Utilities | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Firearms Instructor turnover and employment statistics
Firearms Instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for firearms instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Firearms Instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Firearms Instructor Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.13% |
| 2011 | 3.11% |
| 2012 | 3.14% |
| 2013 | 3.31% |
| 2014 | 2.86% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.42% |
| 2017 | 2.51% |
| 2018 | 2.40% |
| 2019 | 2.23% |
| 2020 | 2.58% |
| 2021 | 2.98% |
Average firearms instructor tenure
The average firearms instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,050 firearms instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Firearms Instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 11% |
| 11+ years | 24% |
Firearms Instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of firearms instructors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Lecturer | 6.04% | 3,178 |
| First Grade Teacher | 9.52% | 70,517 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Early Childhood Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,487 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Firearms Instructor | 15.52% | - |
| Home Advisor | 16.25% | 77,547 |
Similar firearms instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Lecturer | 6.04% | 3,178 |
| First Grade Teacher | 9.52% | 70,517 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Early Childhood Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,487 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Home Advisor | 16.25% | 77,547 |
Foreign languages spoken by firearms instructors
The most common foreign language among firearms instructors is Spanish at 62.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 10.3% and Bosnian is the third-most popular at 6.9%.
- Spanish, 62.1%
- Arabic, 10.3%
- Bosnian, 6.9%
- Italian, 6.9%
- German, 3.4%
- Other, 10.4%
Firearms Instructor languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 62.1% |
| Arabic | 10.3% |
| Bosnian | 6.9% |
| Italian | 6.9% |
| German | 3.4% |
| Other | 10.4% |
