Head instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Head instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates head instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our head instructor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about head instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 4,302 head instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 40.6% of all head instructors are women, while 59.4% are men.
- The average head instructor age is 37 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of head instructors is White (71.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Black or African American (7.1%) and Unknown (5.4%).
- In 2022, women earned 92% of what men earned.
- 13% of all head instructors are LGBT.
- Head instructors are 50% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Head instructor demographics by:
Head instructor gender statistics
40.6% of head instructors are women and 59.4% of head instructors are men.
- Male, 59.4%
- Female, 40.6%
Head instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 59.4% |
| Female | 40.6% |
Head instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,059
Female income
$44,900
Head instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in head instructor positions over time. Currently, 40.6% of head instructors are female.
Head instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.50% | 47.50% |
| 2011 | 52.47% | 47.53% |
| 2012 | 55.01% | 44.99% |
| 2013 | 56.09% | 43.91% |
| 2014 | 54.53% | 45.47% |
| 2015 | 57.07% | 42.93% |
| 2016 | 56.00% | 44.00% |
| 2017 | 57.34% | 42.66% |
| 2018 | 60.32% | 39.68% |
| 2019 | 60.63% | 39.37% |
| 2020 | 55.42% | 44.58% |
| 2021 | 59.42% | 40.58% |
Head instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared head instructors 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 Instructor | 59% | 41% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Head instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among head instructors is White, which makes up 71.3% of all head instructors. Comparatively, 10.6% of head instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of head instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 71.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Black or African American, 7.1%
- Unknown, 5.4%
- Asian, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Head instructor race
| Head instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Black or African American | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 5.4% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Head instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how head instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Head instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.59% | 8.67% | 2.92% | 7.87% |
| 2011 | 78.42% | 8.96% | 2.75% | 7.27% |
| 2012 | 75.96% | 9.53% | 2.76% | 8.36% |
| 2013 | 75.00% | 9.25% | 3.26% | 9.17% |
| 2014 | 75.48% | 9.18% | 3.14% | 8.69% |
| 2015 | 74.24% | 8.93% | 3.99% | 9.19% |
| 2016 | 74.47% | 8.48% | 3.57% | 9.91% |
| 2017 | 74.90% | 8.06% | 4.13% | 9.19% |
| 2018 | 77.08% | 6.35% | 3.85% | 9.25% |
| 2019 | 77.00% | 5.74% | 4.06% | 10.01% |
| 2020 | 73.94% | 5.79% | 5.33% | 10.62% |
| 2021 | 71.31% | 7.05% | 5.11% | 10.64% |
Head instructor wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,694 |
| White | $52,350 |
| Black or African American | $47,223 |
| Asian | $47,768 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,471 |
Average head instructor age
See how the average age of head instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Head instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 33 | 39 |
| Black or African American | 31 | 37 |
| Asian | 28 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 31.5 |
Head instructor age breakdown
The average age of head instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 40% of the head instructor population.
Head instructor age breakdown
| Head Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 40% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Head instructor educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 67%
- Associate, 13%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Head instructors by degree level
| Head instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Head instructor wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,384 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,590 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,133 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,681 |
Head instructor employment statistics
Most head instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where head instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where head instructors work.
Head instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 13% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Head instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the head instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most head instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Head instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 50% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 42% |
| Government | 6% |
Head instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for head instructors are education, hospitality and health care.
Head instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 44% |
| Hospitality | 11% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Head instructor turnover and employment statistics
Head instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for head instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Head instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Head instructor 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 | 2.11% |
| 2019 | 2.25% |
| 2020 | 7.17% |
| 2021 | 7.89% |
Average head instructor tenure
The average head instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,156 head instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Head instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Head instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of head 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Daycare Provider Assistant | 4.43% | 73,544 |
| Tattoo Artist | 5.80% | 3,642 |
| Personal Attendant | 6.73% | 169,833 |
| Camp Counselor | 8.12% | 28,182 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
| Head Instructor | 13.13% | - |
Similar head instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Daycare Provider Assistant | 4.43% | 73,544 |
| Tattoo Artist | 5.80% | 3,642 |
| Personal Attendant | 6.73% | 169,833 |
| Camp Counselor | 8.12% | 28,182 |
| Dormitory Counselor | 12.72% | 27,180 |
Foreign languages spoken by head instructors
The most common foreign language among head instructors is Spanish at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.2% and Korean is the third-most popular at 7.4%.
- Spanish, 40.0%
- French, 12.2%
- Korean, 7.4%
- Japanese, 6.1%
- Chinese, 5.2%
- Other, 29.1%
Head instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| French | 12.2% |
| Korean | 7.4% |
| Japanese | 6.1% |
| Chinese | 5.2% |
| Other | 29.1% |
