Geospatial analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Geospatial analyst gender statistics
27.0% of geospatial analysts are women and 73.0% of geospatial analysts are men.
- Male, 73.0%
- Female, 27.0%
Geospatial analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.0% |
| Female | 27.0% |
Geospatial analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$63,276
Female income
$58,818
Geospatial analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in geospatial analyst positions over time. Currently, 27.0% of geospatial analysts are female.
Geospatial analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.79% | 25.21% |
| 2011 | 75.42% | 24.58% |
| 2012 | 71.68% | 28.32% |
| 2013 | 71.68% | 28.32% |
| 2014 | 73.69% | 26.31% |
| 2015 | 71.11% | 28.89% |
| 2016 | 72.60% | 27.40% |
| 2017 | 69.16% | 30.84% |
| 2018 | 71.44% | 28.56% |
| 2019 | 72.74% | 27.26% |
| 2020 | 71.07% | 28.93% |
| 2021 | 72.99% | 27.01% |
Geospatial analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared geospatial analysts 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% |
| Geospatial Analyst | 73% | 27% |
| Town Marshal | 96% | 4% |
| Fugitive Investigator | 97% | 3% |
| Deputy Sheriff-K9 Handler | 98% | 2% |
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Geospatial analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among geospatial analysts is White, which makes up 63.9% of all geospatial analysts. Comparatively, 14.6% of geospatial analysts are Hispanic or Latino and 12.9% of geospatial analysts are Black or African American.
- White, 63.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Black or African American, 12.9%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Asian, 2.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Geospatial analyst race
| Geospatial analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Black or African American | 12.9% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Asian | 2.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Geospatial analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how geospatial analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Geospatial analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.11% | 12.56% | 2.64% | 13.05% |
| 2011 | 67.40% | 14.79% | 2.01% | 12.47% |
| 2012 | 67.04% | 13.63% | 3.07% | 13.42% |
| 2013 | 66.31% | 14.38% | 2.00% | 15.02% |
| 2014 | 69.64% | 12.70% | 1.83% | 13.44% |
| 2015 | 67.76% | 11.86% | 2.79% | 14.58% |
| 2016 | 66.92% | 12.57% | 3.10% | 14.60% |
| 2017 | 66.86% | 13.13% | 2.84% | 14.75% |
| 2018 | 65.61% | 13.48% | 3.00% | 14.38% |
| 2019 | 67.08% | 11.36% | 2.53% | 15.98% |
| 2020 | 63.21% | 12.60% | 3.04% | 16.66% |
| 2021 | 63.87% | 12.94% | 2.87% | 14.62% |
Geospatial analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian geospatial analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown geospatial analysts have the lowest average salary at $60,561.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $60,561 |
| White | $63,041 |
| Black or African American | $61,160 |
| Asian | $66,704 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $65,127 |
Average geospatial analyst age
See how the average age of geospatial analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Geospatial analyst 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 |
Geospatial analyst age breakdown
The average age of geospatial analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 69% of the geospatial analyst population.
Geospatial analyst age breakdown
| Geospatial Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 69% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Geospatial analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for geospatial analysts is bachelor's degree, with 65% of geospatial analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 11%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Geospatial analysts by degree level
| Geospatial analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Geospatial analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, geospatial analysts with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $68,972 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, geospatial analysts earn a median annual income of $66,996 compared to $60,126 for geospatial analysts with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $68,972 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $57,407 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,996 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $60,126 |
Geospatial analyst employment statistics
Most geospatial analysts work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where geospatial analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where geospatial analysts work.
Geospatial analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 21% |
Geospatial analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the geospatial analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most geospatial analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Geospatial analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 59% |
| Government | 13% |
Geospatial analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for geospatial analysts are technology, professional and government.
Geospatial analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 22% |
| Professional | 19% |
| Government | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Geospatial analyst turnover and employment statistics
Geospatial analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for geospatial analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Geospatial analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Geospatial analyst 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 geospatial analyst tenure
The average geospatial analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,738 geospatial analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Geospatial analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Geospatial analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of geospatial analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Correctional Corporal | 5.55% | 2,515 |
| Auxiliary Police Officer | 7.15% | 56,437 |
| Geospatial Analyst | 8.65% | - |
| Court Bailiff | 11.11% | 762 |
Similar geospatial analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Correctional Corporal | 5.55% | 2,515 |
| Auxiliary Police Officer | 7.15% | 56,437 |
| Court Bailiff | 11.11% | 762 |
Foreign languages spoken by geospatial analysts
The most common foreign language among geospatial analysts is Spanish at 39.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.8% and Russian is the third-most popular at 9.0%.
- Spanish, 39.7%
- French, 12.8%
- Russian, 9.0%
- Portuguese, 5.1%
- Arabic, 5.1%
- Other, 28.3%
Geospatial analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 39.7% |
| French | 12.8% |
| Russian | 9.0% |
| Portuguese | 5.1% |
| Arabic | 5.1% |
| Other | 28.3% |
