Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for government contractors in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 5,294 government contractors currently employed in the United States.
- 45.4% of all government contractors are women, while 54.6% are men.
- The average age of an employed government contractor is 46 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of government contractors is White (77.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.6%) and Black or African American (3.5%).
- The majority of government contractors are located in Washington, DC and Arlington, VA.
- Government contractors are paid an average annual salary of $69,784.
- Government contractors average starting salary is $33,000.
- In 2021, women earned 86% of what men earned.
- The top 10% of highest-paid government contractors earn as much as $145,000 or more.
- 2% of all government contractors are LGBT.
- Government contractors are more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Government Contractor Statistics By Gender
Among government contractors, 45.4% of them are women compared to 54.6% which are men.
- Male, 54.6%
- Female, 45.4%
Government Contractors By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.6% |
| Female | 45.4% |
Gender Pay Gap For Government Contractor
Women Earn 86¢ For Every $1 Earned By Men
Government Contractor Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the government contractor position over time.
Government Contractor Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.58% | 43.42% |
| 2011 | 58.94% | 41.06% |
| 2012 | 56.78% | 43.22% |
| 2013 | 56.73% | 43.27% |
| 2014 | 61.61% | 38.39% |
| 2015 | 56.21% | 43.79% |
| 2016 | 54.68% | 45.32% |
| 2017 | 49.65% | 50.35% |
| 2018 | 56.35% | 43.65% |
| 2019 | 53.33% | 46.67% |
Government Contractor Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and station superintendent have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Government Contractor | 55% | 45% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
Government Contractor Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among government contractors is White, which makes up 77.0% of all government contractors. Comparatively, there are 14.6% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 3.5% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 77.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Black or African American, 3.5%
- Asian, 2.8%
- Unknown, 1.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Government Contractor Race
| Government Contractor Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 77.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| Asian | 2.8% |
| Unknown | 1.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Government Contractor Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among government contractors.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Government Contractor Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.24% | 3.59% | 2.49% | 12.55% |
| 2011 | 79.27% | 4.11% | 2.22% | 12.60% |
| 2012 | 79.64% | 3.62% | 2.39% | 12.27% |
| 2013 | 78.61% | 4.26% | 2.81% | 12.38% |
| 2014 | 77.95% | 4.19% | 2.71% | 12.99% |
| 2015 | 78.02% | 4.02% | 2.67% | 12.70% |
| 2016 | 78.20% | 3.40% | 2.57% | 13.72% |
| 2017 | 76.59% | 3.30% | 2.81% | 15.26% |
| 2018 | 77.32% | 3.47% | 2.73% | 14.47% |
| 2019 | 77.03% | 3.50% | 2.77% | 14.64% |
Government Contractor Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $65,676 |
| White | $60,836 |
| Black or African American | $57,056 |
| Asian | $59,713 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $55,392 |
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Average Age of a Government Contractor
We determined the average age of government contractors based on ethnicity and gender.
Government Contractor Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | 48.5 |
| Unknown | 44 | 52 |
| Asian | 45 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 39.5 |
| White | 48 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50 |
Government Contractor Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of government contractor employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of government contractors is 40+ years old, which represents 70% of the population.
Government Contractor Age
| Government Contractor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 20-30 years | 6% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 40+ years | 70% |
Types of Government Contractor Degree Levels
The most common degree for government contractors is bachelor's degree 54% of government contractors earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 21% and rounding it off is master's degree with 11%.
- Bachelors, 54%
- Associate, 21%
- Masters, 11%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Government Contractors By Education
| Government Contractor Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 54% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Masters | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Government Contractor Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $64,323 |
| Master's Degree | $97,389 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,837 |
| Doctorate Degree | $95,278 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $64,190 |
Government Contractor Employment Statistics
This section highlights the information we gathered about the types of businesses and industries that employ government contractors. We found that the most common company type is private. In addition, the industry that employs the most government contractors is the professional industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire government contractors.
Government Contractor Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 2% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 16% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 35% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
The Types Of Companies Government Contractor Work In
Employees with the government contractor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most government contractors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Government Contractor Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 34% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 11% |
Top Industries Hiring Government Contractors
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ government contractors. Those industries include professional, non profits and government.
Government Contractor Jobs By Industry
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 23% |
| Technology | 21% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Government | 8% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Government Contractor Turnover And Employment Statistics
Government Contractor Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of government contractors changed.
- Unemployment rate
Government Contractor Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Government Contractor Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.13% |
| 2011 | 9.39% |
| 2012 | 6.73% |
| 2013 | 5.09% |
| 2014 | 3.91% |
| 2015 | 3.22% |
| 2016 | 2.80% |
| 2017 | 2.50% |
| 2018 | 2.02% |
| 2019 | 1.64% |
The Average Number of Years That Government Contractor Stay in a Job
By looking over 3,308 government contractors resumes, we figured out that the average government contractor enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 33%.
Government Contractor Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Government Contractors with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to government contractors.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Government Contractor | 2.16% | |
| Mechanical Engineering Director | 8.13% | 74,573 |
| Show Operations Supervisor | 8.41% | 67,125 |
| Radiology Manager | 10.10% | 15,565 |
| Director Of Field Coordination | 12.85% | 50,895 |
| Casino Manager | 14.43% | 66,240 |
| Director Of Student Finance Aid | 14.77% | 106,839 |
Government Contractor LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Director | 8.13% | 74,573 |
| Show Operations Supervisor | 8.41% | 67,125 |
| Radiology Manager | 10.10% | 15,565 |
| Director Of Field Coordination | 12.85% | 50,895 |
| Casino Manager | 14.43% | 66,240 |
| Director Of Student Finance Aid | 14.77% | 106,839 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Government Contractors
The most common foreign language among government contractors is Spanish at 52.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.0% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 5.0%.
- Spanish, 52.5%
- French, 10.0%
- Japanese, 5.0%
- Arabic, 3.8%
- Portuguese, 2.5%
- Other, 26.2%
Government Contractor Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 52.5% |
| French | 10.0% |
| Japanese | 5.0% |
| Arabic | 3.8% |
| Portuguese | 2.5% |
| Other | 26.2% |
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