Head counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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Head counselor gender statistics
56.0% of head counselors are women and 44.0% of head counselors are men.
- Female, 56.0%
- Male, 44.0%
Head counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.0% |
| Male | 44.0% |
Head counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,330
Female income
$32,720
Head counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in head counselor positions over time. Currently, 56.0% of head counselors are female.
Head counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 47.81% | 52.19% |
| 2011 | 47.79% | 52.21% |
| 2012 | 50.34% | 49.66% |
| 2013 | 51.43% | 48.57% |
| 2014 | 49.86% | 50.14% |
| 2015 | 52.43% | 47.57% |
| 2016 | 51.34% | 48.66% |
| 2017 | 52.70% | 47.30% |
| 2018 | 47.53% | 52.47% |
| 2019 | 44.26% | 55.74% |
| 2020 | 37.83% | 62.17% |
| 2021 | 43.99% | 56.01% |
Head counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared head counselors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Head Counselor | 44% | 56% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Head counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among head counselors is White, which makes up 60.9% of all head counselors. Comparatively, 14.8% of head counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 13.0% of head counselors are Black or African American.
- White, 60.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.8%
- Black or African American, 13.0%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Head counselor race
| Head counselor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.8% |
| Black or African American | 13.0% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Head counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how head counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Head counselor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.61% | 11.82% | 3.49% | 12.23% |
| 2011 | 70.44% | 12.11% | 3.32% | 11.63% |
| 2012 | 67.98% | 12.68% | 3.33% | 12.72% |
| 2013 | 67.02% | 12.40% | 3.83% | 13.53% |
| 2014 | 67.50% | 12.33% | 3.71% | 13.05% |
| 2015 | 66.26% | 12.08% | 4.56% | 13.54% |
| 2016 | 66.49% | 11.63% | 4.14% | 14.27% |
| 2017 | 66.92% | 11.21% | 4.70% | 13.55% |
| 2018 | 63.88% | 13.61% | 4.26% | 14.18% |
| 2019 | 63.91% | 13.66% | 4.48% | 14.06% |
| 2020 | 58.46% | 14.30% | 5.92% | 14.62% |
| 2021 | 60.94% | 12.95% | 5.03% | 14.84% |
Head counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino head counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american head counselors have the lowest average salary at $32,153.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,039 |
| White | $35,894 |
| Black or African American | $32,153 |
| Asian | $36,487 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,403 |
Average head counselor age
See how the average age of head counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Head counselor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44 | 42 |
| White | 34 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 46 | 49 |
| Asian | 46 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 32 |
Head counselor age breakdown
The average age of head counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the head counselor population.
Head counselor age breakdown
| Head Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Head counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for head counselors is bachelor's degree, with 73% of head counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 9% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Master's, 9%
- Associate, 8%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Head counselors by degree level
| Head counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Associate | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Head counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, head counselors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $47,076 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, head counselors earn a median annual income of $42,231 compared to $36,673 for head counselors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,076 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,626 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,231 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,673 |
Head counselor employment statistics
Most head counselors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where head counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where head counselors work.
Head counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 27% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 35% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 15% |
| > 10,000 employees | 2% |
Head counselor jobs by company type
Employees with the head counselor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most head counselors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Head counselor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 46% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 39% |
| Government | 9% |
Head counselor jobs by industry
The most common industries for head counselors are education, non profits and health care.
Head counselor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 34% |
| Non Profits | 19% |
| Health Care | 12% |
| Hospitality | 10% |
| Government | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Head counselor turnover and employment statistics
Head counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for head counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Head counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Head counselor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.55% |
| 2011 | 9.85% |
| 2012 | 9.88% |
| 2013 | 8.42% |
| 2014 | 7.58% |
| 2015 | 6.77% |
| 2016 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 5.55% |
| 2018 | 10.25% |
| 2019 | 9.81% |
| 2020 | 13.45% |
| 2021 | 12.07% |
Average head counselor tenure
The average head counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 5,252 head counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
Head counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Head counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of head counselors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Nanny | 4.43% | 109,035 |
| Piercing Artist | 5.80% | 3,835 |
| Direct Support Specialist | 6.73% | 95,560 |
| Head Counselor | 8.12% | - |
| Residential Advisor | 12.72% | 47,150 |
| Fitness Teacher | 13.13% | 57,374 |
Similar head counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Nanny | 4.43% | 109,035 |
| Piercing Artist | 5.80% | 3,835 |
| Direct Support Specialist | 6.73% | 95,560 |
| Residential Advisor | 12.72% | 47,150 |
| Fitness Teacher | 13.13% | 57,374 |
Foreign languages spoken by head counselors
The most common foreign language among head counselors is Spanish at 59.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.7% and Italian is the third-most popular at 5.1%.
- Spanish, 59.4%
- French, 12.7%
- Italian, 5.1%
- Hebrew, 3.7%
- German, 2.5%
- Other, 16.6%
Head counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 59.4% |
| French | 12.7% |
| Italian | 5.1% |
| Hebrew | 3.7% |
| German | 2.5% |
| Other | 16.6% |
