Graduate consultant demographics and statistics in the US
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Graduate consultant gender statistics
56.2% of graduate consultants are women and 43.8% of graduate consultants are men.
- Female, 56.2%
- Male, 43.8%
Graduate consultant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% |
| Male | 43.8% |
Graduate consultant gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$69,888
Female income
$67,757
Graduate consultant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in graduate consultant positions over time. Currently, 56.2% of graduate consultants are female.
Graduate consultant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 46.82% | 53.18% |
| 2011 | 46.50% | 53.50% |
| 2012 | 46.74% | 53.26% |
| 2013 | 46.30% | 53.70% |
| 2014 | 44.64% | 55.36% |
| 2015 | 46.09% | 53.91% |
| 2016 | 45.34% | 54.66% |
| 2017 | 44.78% | 55.22% |
| 2018 | 46.69% | 53.31% |
| 2019 | 44.99% | 55.01% |
| 2020 | 43.36% | 56.64% |
| 2021 | 43.81% | 56.19% |
Graduate consultant related jobs gender ratio
We compared graduate consultants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Graduate Consultant | 44% | 56% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Graduate consultant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among graduate consultants is White, which makes up 64.9% of all graduate consultants. Comparatively, 14.5% of graduate consultants are Asian and 8.5% of graduate consultants are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 64.9%
- Asian, 14.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.5%
- Black or African American, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Graduate consultant race
| Graduate consultant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.9% |
| Asian | 14.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.5% |
| Black or African American | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Graduate consultant race and ethnicity over time
See how graduate consultant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Graduate consultant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.69% | 7.24% | 11.15% | 5.94% |
| 2011 | 72.95% | 7.32% | 11.52% | 6.20% |
| 2012 | 71.89% | 7.70% | 11.93% | 6.39% |
| 2013 | 71.77% | 7.39% | 12.34% | 6.39% |
| 2014 | 72.08% | 7.48% | 12.41% | 6.02% |
| 2015 | 70.98% | 7.01% | 12.68% | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 70.76% | 6.94% | 13.05% | 6.89% |
| 2017 | 70.34% | 7.24% | 13.06% | 6.99% |
| 2018 | 70.44% | 6.69% | 13.34% | 7.08% |
| 2019 | 68.22% | 7.25% | 14.03% | 7.96% |
| 2020 | 66.43% | 7.25% | 13.33% | 8.58% |
| 2021 | 64.91% | 7.50% | 14.48% | 8.50% |
Graduate consultant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian graduate consultants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american graduate consultants have the lowest average salary at $68,337.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $69,815 |
| White | $70,351 |
| Black or African American | $68,337 |
| Asian | $71,749 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $69,235 |
Average graduate consultant age
See how the average age of graduate consultants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Graduate consultant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 39.5 |
| White | 45 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 42 | 46 |
| Asian | 39 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39.5 | 40 |
Graduate consultant age breakdown
The average age of graduate consultants is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the graduate consultant population.
Graduate consultant age breakdown
| Graduate Consultant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Graduate consultant educational attainment
The most common degree for graduate consultants is bachelor's degree, with 69% of graduate consultants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 27% and master's degree degree at 2%.
- Bachelor's, 69%
- Master's, 27%
- Associate, 2%
- Doctorate, 1%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Graduate consultants by degree level
| Graduate consultant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 69% |
| Master's | 27% |
| Associate | 2% |
| Doctorate | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Graduate consultant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, graduate consultants with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $75,840 annually. With a Master's degree, graduate consultants earn a median annual income of $73,827 compared to $70,339 for graduate consultants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $73,827 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,339 |
| Doctorate Degree | $75,840 |
Graduate consultant employment statistics
Most graduate consultants work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where graduate consultants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where graduate consultants work.
Graduate consultant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Graduate consultant jobs by company type
Employees with the graduate consultant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most graduate consultants prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Graduate consultant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 27% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 40% |
| Government | 6% |
Graduate consultant jobs by industry
The most common industries for graduate consultants are education, health care and professional.
Graduate consultant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Health Care | 10% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Graduate consultant turnover and employment statistics
Graduate consultant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for graduate consultants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Graduate consultant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Graduate consultant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.86% |
| 2011 | 4.96% |
| 2012 | 5.00% |
| 2013 | 4.70% |
| 2014 | 4.15% |
| 2015 | 3.56% |
| 2016 | 3.57% |
| 2017 | 3.12% |
| 2018 | 3.13% |
| 2019 | 3.02% |
| 2020 | 4.33% |
| 2021 | 4.32% |
Average graduate consultant tenure
The average graduate consultant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 838 graduate consultants resumes in Zippia's database.
Graduate consultant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 71% |
| 1-2 years | 12% |
| 3-4 years | 5% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Graduate consultant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of graduate consultants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Transportation Analyst | 8.65% | 23,815 |
| Brand Specialist | 10.00% | 69,687 |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 11.05% | 49,685 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspector | 11.64% | 46,454 |
| Graduate Consultant | 12.44% | - |
| Special Events Fundraiser | 19.25% | 12,637 |
Similar graduate consultant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Transportation Analyst | 8.65% | 23,815 |
| Brand Specialist | 10.00% | 69,687 |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 11.05% | 49,685 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspector | 11.64% | 46,454 |
| Special Events Fundraiser | 19.25% | 12,637 |
Foreign languages spoken by graduate consultants
The most common foreign language among graduate consultants is Spanish at 28.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 15.9% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 15.2%.
- Spanish, 28.3%
- French, 15.9%
- Chinese, 15.2%
- Mandarin, 11.6%
- Japanese, 3.6%
- Other, 25.4%
Graduate consultant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 28.3% |
| French | 15.9% |
| Chinese | 15.2% |
| Mandarin | 11.6% |
| Japanese | 3.6% |
| Other | 25.4% |