Guide dog instructor demographics and statistics in the US
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Guide dog instructor demographics by:
Guide dog instructor gender statistics
40.0% of guide dog instructors are women and 60.0% of guide dog instructors are men.
- Male, 60.0%
- Female, 40.0%
Guide dog instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 60.0% |
| Female | 40.0% |
Guide dog instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$50,042
Female income
$48,804
Guide dog instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in guide dog instructor positions over time. Currently, 40.0% of guide dog instructors are female.
Guide dog instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.82% | 24.18% |
| 2011 | 75.54% | 24.46% |
| 2012 | 69.47% | 30.53% |
| 2013 | 60.45% | 39.55% |
| 2014 | 61.72% | 38.28% |
| 2015 | 60.54% | 39.46% |
| 2016 | 71.35% | 28.65% |
| 2017 | 68.20% | 31.80% |
| 2018 | 58.06% | 41.94% |
| 2019 | 59.13% | 40.87% |
| 2020 | 67.99% | 32.01% |
| 2021 | 59.95% | 40.05% |
Guide dog instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared guide dog instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, ringman and farrier have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Daycare Provider | 6% | 94% |
| Horse Show Judge | 6% | 94% |
| Pet Groomer | 14% | 86% |
| Guide Dog Instructor | 60% | 40% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Guide dog instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among guide dog instructors is White, which makes up 71.6% of all guide dog instructors. Comparatively, 14.3% of guide dog instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.8% of guide dog instructors are Unknown.
- White, 71.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.3%
- Unknown, 7.8%
- Black or African American, 4.4%
- Asian, 1.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Guide dog instructor race
| Guide dog instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.3% |
| Unknown | 7.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.4% |
| Asian | 1.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Guide dog instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how guide dog instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Guide dog instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.62% | 4.53% | 1.31% | 10.85% |
| 2011 | 80.12% | 2.75% | 1.45% | 12.75% |
| 2012 | 77.81% | 3.51% | 0.40% | 13.10% |
| 2013 | 80.74% | 4.37% | 0.60% | 9.15% |
| 2014 | 82.36% | 3.12% | 0.58% | 9.70% |
| 2015 | 83.61% | 1.91% | 1.23% | 9.77% |
| 2016 | 78.78% | 5.45% | 1.12% | 11.76% |
| 2017 | 82.00% | 2.95% | 0.55% | 11.20% |
| 2018 | 82.96% | 3.07% | 0.54% | 9.83% |
| 2019 | 83.80% | 3.32% | 0.61% | 9.37% |
| 2020 | 76.76% | 3.76% | 2.01% | 11.83% |
| 2021 | 71.64% | 4.38% | 1.66% | 14.33% |
Guide dog instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, white guide dog instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american guide dog instructors have the lowest average salary at $49,006.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,677 |
| White | $51,179 |
| Black or African American | $49,006 |
| Asian | $49,995 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $50,380 |
Average guide dog instructor age
See how the average age of guide dog instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Guide dog instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 | |
| White | 47 | 37 |
| Black or African American | 49 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 |
Guide dog instructor age breakdown
The average age of guide dog instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 52% of the guide dog instructor population.
Guide dog instructor age breakdown
| Guide Dog Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 52% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Guide dog instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for guide dog instructors is bachelor's degree, with 66% of guide dog instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 66%
- Associate, 15%
- Master's, 9%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Guide dog instructors by degree level
| Guide dog instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 66% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Master's | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Guide dog instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, guide dog instructors with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $50,822 annually. With a Associate degree, guide dog instructors earn a median annual income of $49,542 compared to $48,207 for guide dog instructors with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $48,207 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,822 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,542 |
Guide dog instructor employment statistics
Most guide dog instructors work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where guide dog instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where guide dog instructors work.
Guide dog instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Guide dog instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the guide dog instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most guide dog instructors prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Guide dog instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 28% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 52% |
| Government | 8% |
Guide dog instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for guide dog instructors are education, non profits and retail.
Guide dog instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
Guide dog instructor turnover and employment statistics
Guide dog instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for guide dog instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Guide dog instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Guide dog instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.73% |
| 2011 | 5.90% |
| 2012 | 6.28% |
| 2013 | 5.13% |
| 2014 | 3.81% |
| 2015 | 2.78% |
| 2016 | 3.55% |
| 2017 | 3.47% |
| 2018 | 4.08% |
| 2019 | 2.31% |
| 2020 | 2.17% |
| 2021 | 4.61% |
Average guide dog instructor tenure
The average guide dog instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 443 guide dog instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Guide dog instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Guide dog instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of guide dog instructors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Runner | 3.67% | 15,501 |
| Animal Feeder | 10.47% | 2,596 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Note Taker | 14.79% | 1,167 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
| Guide Dog Instructor | 15.62% | - |
Similar guide dog instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Runner | 3.67% | 15,501 |
| Animal Feeder | 10.47% | 2,596 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Note Taker | 14.79% | 1,167 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by guide dog instructors
The most common foreign language among guide dog instructors is Spanish at 46.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 15.4% and Hawaiian is the third-most popular at 7.7%.
- Spanish, 46.2%
- Arabic, 15.4%
- Hawaiian, 7.7%
- German, 7.7%
- Japanese, 7.7%
- Other, 15.3%
Guide dog instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.2% |
| Arabic | 15.4% |
| Hawaiian | 7.7% |
| German | 7.7% |
| Japanese | 7.7% |
| Other | 15.3% |