Graphics editor demographics and statistics in the US
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Graphics editor gender statistics
33.7% of graphics editors are women and 66.3% of graphics editors are men.
- Male, 66.3%
- Female, 33.7%
Graphics editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.3% |
| Female | 33.7% |
Graphics editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$61,845
Female income
$62,432
Graphics editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in graphics editor positions over time. Currently, 33.7% of graphics editors are female.
Graphics editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.19% | 30.81% |
| 2011 | 70.04% | 29.96% |
| 2012 | 71.92% | 28.08% |
| 2013 | 71.91% | 28.09% |
| 2014 | 70.92% | 29.08% |
| 2015 | 69.65% | 30.35% |
| 2016 | 70.71% | 29.29% |
| 2017 | 70.27% | 29.73% |
| 2018 | 67.00% | 33.00% |
| 2019 | 69.94% | 30.06% |
| 2020 | 67.83% | 32.17% |
| 2021 | 66.27% | 33.73% |
Graphics editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared graphics editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Graphics Editor | 66% | 34% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Graphics editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among graphics editors is White, which makes up 76.5% of all graphics editors. Comparatively, 8.0% of graphics editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of graphics editors are Asian.
- White, 76.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.0%
- Asian, 7.1%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Graphics editor race
| Graphics editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.0% |
| Asian | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Graphics editor race and ethnicity over time
See how graphics editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Graphics editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.61% | 3.89% | 6.44% | 7.72% |
| 2011 | 81.78% | 3.90% | 5.27% | 7.50% |
| 2012 | 81.29% | 4.06% | 5.55% | 7.20% |
| 2013 | 78.47% | 4.84% | 6.43% | 7.25% |
| 2014 | 79.47% | 3.98% | 6.64% | 7.49% |
| 2015 | 78.13% | 4.43% | 6.63% | 8.23% |
| 2016 | 78.18% | 4.45% | 6.46% | 8.37% |
| 2017 | 78.19% | 4.56% | 6.54% | 7.70% |
| 2018 | 78.25% | 3.96% | 7.09% | 7.88% |
| 2019 | 77.45% | 3.82% | 7.49% | 8.96% |
| 2020 | 75.55% | 3.67% | 6.84% | 8.68% |
| 2021 | 76.51% | 3.53% | 7.14% | 7.99% |
Graphics editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian graphics editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american graphics editors have the lowest average salary at $59,861.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $61,787 |
| White | $60,453 |
| Black or African American | $59,861 |
| Asian | $63,922 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $63,300 |
Average graphics editor age
See how the average age of graphics editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Graphics editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Graphics editor age breakdown
The average age of graphics editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the graphics editor population.
Graphics editor age breakdown
| Graphics Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Graphics editor educational attainment
The most common degree for graphics editors is bachelor's degree, with 69% of graphics editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 69%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 7%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Graphics editors by degree level
| Graphics editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 69% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Graphics editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, graphics editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $71,931 annually. With a Master's degree, graphics editors earn a median annual income of $68,323 compared to $63,669 for graphics editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $68,323 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,669 |
| Doctorate Degree | $71,931 |
Graphics editor employment statistics
Most graphics editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where graphics editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where graphics editors work.
Graphics editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Graphics editor jobs by company type
Employees with the graphics editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most graphics editors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Graphics editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 2% |
Graphics editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for graphics editors are media, education and professional.
Graphics editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 34% |
| Education | 13% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Graphics editor turnover and employment statistics
Graphics editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for graphics editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Graphics editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Graphics editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average graphics editor tenure
The average graphics editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 789 graphics editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Graphics editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Graphics editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of graphics editors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Multimedia Reporter | 10.10% | 6,317 |
| Morning Show Host | 10.34% | 10,174 |
| Public Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 29,698 |
| Graphics Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Sign Language Translator | 14.90% | 21,938 |
| Script Reader | 16.36% | 322 |
| Public Address Announcer | 16.36% | 9,474 |
Similar graphics editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Multimedia Reporter | 10.10% | 6,317 |
| Morning Show Host | 10.34% | 10,174 |
| Public Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 29,698 |
| Sign Language Translator | 14.90% | 21,938 |
| Script Reader | 16.36% | 322 |
| Public Address Announcer | 16.36% | 9,474 |
Foreign languages spoken by graphics editors
The most common foreign language among graphics editors is Spanish at 39.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.3% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 6.3%.
- Spanish, 39.6%
- French, 8.3%
- Chinese, 6.3%
- German, 4.2%
- Japanese, 4.2%
- Other, 37.4%
Graphics editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 39.6% |
| French | 8.3% |
| Chinese | 6.3% |
| German | 4.2% |
| Japanese | 4.2% |
| Other | 37.4% |
