Forensic accountant demographics and statistics in the US
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Forensic accountant gender statistics
43.0% of forensic accountants are women and 57.0% of forensic accountants are men.
- Male, 57.0%
- Female, 43.0%
Forensic accountant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.0% |
| Female | 43.0% |
Forensic accountant gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$66,763
Female income
$62,014
Forensic accountant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in forensic accountant positions over time. Currently, 43.0% of forensic accountants are female.
Forensic accountant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.13% | 44.87% |
| 2011 | 55.36% | 44.64% |
| 2012 | 55.37% | 44.63% |
| 2013 | 55.07% | 44.93% |
| 2014 | 54.48% | 45.52% |
| 2015 | 52.97% | 47.03% |
| 2016 | 53.94% | 46.06% |
| 2017 | 54.39% | 45.61% |
| 2018 | 55.07% | 44.93% |
| 2019 | 55.76% | 44.24% |
| 2020 | 55.90% | 44.10% |
| 2021 | 57.03% | 42.97% |
Forensic accountant related jobs gender ratio
We compared forensic accountants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, renewable energy system finance specialist and chartered finance analyst have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Officer | 15% | 85% |
| Customs Verifier | 20% | 80% |
| Credit Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Forensic Accountant | 57% | 43% |
| Head Analyst | 86% | 14% |
| Chartered Finance Analyst | 90% | 10% |
| Renewable Energy System Finance Specialist | 92% | 8% |
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Forensic accountant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among forensic accountants is White, which makes up 63.6% of all forensic accountants. Comparatively, 12.1% of forensic accountants are Asian and 11.1% of forensic accountants are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 63.6%
- Asian, 12.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.1%
- Black or African American, 8.8%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Forensic accountant race
| Forensic accountant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.6% |
| Asian | 12.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.8% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Forensic accountant race and ethnicity over time
See how forensic accountant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Forensic accountant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.84% | 9.62% | 9.42% | 9.30% |
| 2011 | 70.07% | 9.70% | 9.11% | 9.30% |
| 2012 | 69.70% | 9.40% | 9.31% | 9.73% |
| 2013 | 68.98% | 9.56% | 9.88% | 9.70% |
| 2014 | 69.04% | 9.49% | 9.64% | 9.69% |
| 2015 | 68.27% | 9.86% | 9.49% | 10.22% |
| 2016 | 68.50% | 9.58% | 9.63% | 10.21% |
| 2017 | 68.07% | 9.27% | 10.07% | 10.39% |
| 2018 | 67.70% | 9.21% | 9.85% | 10.95% |
| 2019 | 67.12% | 9.05% | 11.03% | 10.84% |
| 2020 | 66.13% | 8.76% | 11.08% | 10.32% |
| 2021 | 63.59% | 8.75% | 12.14% | 11.09% |
Forensic accountant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian forensic accountants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino forensic accountants have the lowest average salary at $65,222.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $65,863 |
| White | $67,299 |
| Black or African American | $65,703 |
| Asian | $69,830 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $65,222 |
Average forensic accountant age
See how the average age of forensic accountants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Forensic accountant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 47 |
| Unknown | 38 | 41 |
| Asian | 38 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 41 |
| White | 40 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38.5 | 41 |
Forensic accountant age breakdown
The average age of forensic accountants is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the forensic accountant population.
Forensic accountant age breakdown
| Forensic Accountant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Forensic accountant educational attainment
The most common degree for forensic accountants is bachelor's degree, with 71% of forensic accountants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 20% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 71%
- Master's, 20%
- Associate, 7%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 0%
Forensic accountants by degree level
| Forensic accountant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 71% |
| Master's | 20% |
| Associate | 7% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 0% |
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Forensic accountant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, forensic accountants with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $80,078 annually. With a Master's degree, forensic accountants earn a median annual income of $77,442 compared to $69,080 for forensic accountants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $77,442 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,080 |
| Doctorate Degree | $80,078 |
Forensic accountant employment statistics
Most forensic accountants work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where forensic accountants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where forensic accountants work.
Forensic accountant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Forensic accountant jobs by company type
Employees with the forensic accountant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most forensic accountants prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Forensic accountant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 16% |
Forensic accountant jobs by industry
The most common industries for forensic accountants are professional, finance and government.
Forensic accountant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 26% |
| Finance | 15% |
| Government | 13% |
| Insurance | 7% |
| Media | 5% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
Forensic accountant turnover and employment statistics
Forensic accountant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for forensic accountants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Forensic accountant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Forensic accountant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.20% |
| 2011 | 4.43% |
| 2012 | 3.54% |
| 2013 | 3.25% |
| 2014 | 2.58% |
| 2015 | 2.18% |
| 2016 | 2.31% |
| 2017 | 2.00% |
| 2018 | 1.59% |
| 2019 | 1.89% |
| 2020 | 2.48% |
| 2021 | 2.71% |
Average forensic accountant tenure
The average forensic accountant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 327 forensic accountants resumes in Zippia's database.
Forensic accountant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Forensic accountant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of forensic accountants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud Analyst | 4.38% | 10,891 |
| Finance Analyst-Operations Finance | 7.33% | 144,067 |
| Forensic Accountant | 7.40% | - |
| Tax Preparation Assistant | 7.56% | 26,792 |
| Tax Investigator | 7.65% | 30,630 |
| Budget Analyst | 12.94% | 50,081 |
| Field Examiner | 19.38% | 46,780 |
Similar forensic accountant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud Analyst | 4.38% | 10,891 |
| Finance Analyst-Operations Finance | 7.33% | 144,067 |
| Tax Preparation Assistant | 7.56% | 26,792 |
| Tax Investigator | 7.65% | 30,630 |
| Budget Analyst | 12.94% | 50,081 |
| Field Examiner | 19.38% | 46,780 |
Foreign languages spoken by forensic accountants
The most common foreign language among forensic accountants is Chinese at 29.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 29.4% and French is the third-most popular at 17.6%.
- Chinese, 29.4%
- Spanish, 29.4%
- French, 17.6%
- Mandarin, 11.8%
- German, 5.9%
- Other, 5.9%
Forensic accountant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 29.4% |
| Spanish | 29.4% |
| French | 17.6% |
| Mandarin | 11.8% |
| German | 5.9% |
| Other | 5.9% |
