Head architect demographics and statistics in the US
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Head architect gender statistics
22.6% of head architects are women and 77.4% of head architects are men.
- Male, 77.4%
- Female, 22.6%
Head architect gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 77.4% |
| Female | 22.6% |
Head architect gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$84,870
Female income
$75,835
Head architect gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in head architect positions over time. Currently, 22.6% of head architects are female.
Head architect gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.78% | 19.22% |
| 2011 | 80.90% | 19.10% |
| 2012 | 83.53% | 16.47% |
| 2013 | 82.29% | 17.71% |
| 2014 | 80.19% | 19.81% |
| 2015 | 80.60% | 19.40% |
| 2016 | 80.91% | 19.09% |
| 2017 | 79.63% | 20.37% |
| 2018 | 78.33% | 21.67% |
| 2019 | 78.41% | 21.59% |
| 2020 | 77.82% | 22.18% |
| 2021 | 77.42% | 22.58% |
Head architect related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Head Architect | 77% | 23% |
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Head architect demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among head architects is White, which makes up 72.0% of all head architects. Comparatively, 12.5% of head architects are Asian and 9.4% of head architects are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 72.0%
- Asian, 12.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.4%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Black or African American, 1.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Head architect race
| Head architect race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.0% |
| Asian | 12.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.4% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Head architect race and ethnicity over time
See how head architect racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Head architect race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.59% | 1.68% | 9.73% | 6.69% |
| 2011 | 79.66% | 2.19% | 9.93% | 6.62% |
| 2012 | 80.00% | 2.89% | 9.01% | 6.62% |
| 2013 | 81.30% | 2.50% | 8.48% | 6.16% |
| 2014 | 81.12% | 2.51% | 7.83% | 6.55% |
| 2015 | 80.54% | 2.30% | 9.19% | 6.42% |
| 2016 | 80.45% | 1.85% | 9.27% | 6.80% |
| 2017 | 75.88% | 2.68% | 10.80% | 8.63% |
| 2018 | 74.91% | 2.11% | 12.43% | 8.40% |
| 2019 | 77.70% | 2.40% | 10.35% | 7.47% |
| 2020 | 73.67% | 2.06% | 10.72% | 9.20% |
| 2021 | 72.05% | 1.94% | 12.53% | 9.39% |
Head architect wage gap by race
According to our data, asian head architects have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino head architects have the lowest average salary at $76,415.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $82,387 |
| White | $85,511 |
| Black or African American | $81,834 |
| Asian | $99,946 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $76,415 |
Average head architect age
See how the average age of head architects varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Head architect age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 47 | 37 |
| White | 48 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 45.5 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
Head architect age breakdown
The average age of head architects is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the head architect population.
Head architect age breakdown
| Head Architect Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Head architect educational attainment
The most common degree for head architects is bachelor's degree, with 76% of head architects earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 12% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 76%
- Master's, 12%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Doctorate, 4%
Head architects by degree level
| Head architect degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 76% |
| Master's | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Doctorate | 4% |
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Head architect wage gap by degree level
According to the data, head architects with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $88,345 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, head architects earn a median annual income of $86,555 compared to $86,111 for head architects with an Doctorate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $88,345 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $86,555 |
| Doctorate Degree | $86,111 |
Head architect employment statistics
Company size where head architects work
Below, you can see the size of companies where head architects work.
Head architect jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 20% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 13% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
Head architect turnover and employment statistics
Head architect unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for head architects between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Head architect unemployment rate by year
| Year | Head architect unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.11% |
| 2011 | 7.46% |
| 2012 | 4.97% |
| 2013 | 4.02% |
| 2014 | 2.85% |
| 2015 | 1.53% |
| 2016 | 2.33% |
| 2017 | 1.61% |
| 2018 | 1.55% |
| 2019 | 0.98% |
| 2020 | 3.09% |
| 2021 | 1.86% |
Average head architect tenure
The average head architect stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 40 head architects resumes in Zippia's database.
Head architect tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 22% |
| 3-4 years | 33% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Head architect LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of head architects 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Apprentice | 3.19% | 39,967 |
| Manufacturing Engineer | 3.66% | 115,384 |
| Hardware Engineer | 7.52% | 53,213 |
| Environmental Consultant | 7.95% | 21,723 |
| Landscape Architect And Planner | 9.38% | 91,549 |
| Geophysical Prospecting Surveyor | 10.27% | 1,939 |
| Head Architect | 15.43% | - |
Similar head architect jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Apprentice | 3.19% | 39,967 |
| Manufacturing Engineer | 3.66% | 115,384 |
| Hardware Engineer | 7.52% | 53,213 |
| Environmental Consultant | 7.95% | 21,723 |
| Landscape Architect And Planner | 9.38% | 91,549 |
| Geophysical Prospecting Surveyor | 10.27% | 1,939 |
Foreign languages spoken by head architects
- Spanish, 100.0%
Head architect languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |