Hearing aid specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Hearing aid specialist gender statistics
51.1% of hearing aid specialists are women and 48.9% of hearing aid specialists are men.
- Female, 51.1%
- Male, 48.9%
Hearing aid specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% |
| Male | 48.9% |
Hearing aid specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$72,192
Female income
$62,388
Hearing aid specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in hearing aid specialist positions over time. Currently, 51.1% of hearing aid specialists are female.
Hearing aid specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.28% | 50.72% |
| 2011 | 47.83% | 52.17% |
| 2012 | 48.59% | 51.41% |
| 2013 | 49.32% | 50.68% |
| 2014 | 48.41% | 51.59% |
| 2015 | 45.80% | 54.20% |
| 2016 | 50.19% | 49.81% |
| 2017 | 50.66% | 49.34% |
| 2018 | 44.43% | 55.57% |
| 2019 | 49.52% | 50.48% |
| 2020 | 49.67% | 50.33% |
| 2021 | 48.88% | 51.12% |
Hearing aid specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared hearing aid specialists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Hearing Aid Specialist | 49% | 51% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Hearing aid specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among hearing aid specialists is White, which makes up 56.8% of all hearing aid specialists. Comparatively, 18.5% of hearing aid specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 9.6% of hearing aid specialists are Asian.
- White, 56.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.5%
- Asian, 9.6%
- Black or African American, 9.5%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Hearing aid specialist race
| Hearing aid specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.5% |
| Asian | 9.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.5% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Hearing aid specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how hearing aid specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Hearing aid specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.84% | 11.88% | 6.99% | 13.25% |
| 2011 | 63.33% | 11.80% | 7.70% | 14.93% |
| 2012 | 64.25% | 10.28% | 8.12% | 15.75% |
| 2013 | 64.86% | 10.81% | 7.21% | 14.35% |
| 2014 | 62.98% | 11.64% | 7.67% | 14.64% |
| 2015 | 61.52% | 9.88% | 8.65% | 17.05% |
| 2016 | 61.54% | 10.94% | 8.38% | 16.31% |
| 2017 | 59.79% | 11.98% | 9.48% | 16.01% |
| 2018 | 62.88% | 9.45% | 8.42% | 16.80% |
| 2019 | 63.40% | 8.67% | 9.38% | 16.06% |
| 2020 | 60.15% | 8.50% | 7.56% | 17.75% |
| 2021 | 56.76% | 9.55% | 9.57% | 18.51% |
Hearing aid specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, white hearing aid specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american hearing aid specialists have the lowest average salary at $66,403.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $73,183 |
| White | $75,855 |
| Black or African American | $66,403 |
| Asian | $73,180 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $72,687 |
Average hearing aid specialist age
See how the average age of hearing aid specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Hearing aid specialist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45.5 | 47.5 |
| White | 44.5 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 40.5 | 44.5 |
| Asian | 41 | 39.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41.5 | 35.5 |
Hearing aid specialist age breakdown
The average age of hearing aid specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the hearing aid specialist population.
Hearing aid specialist age breakdown
| Hearing Aid Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Hearing aid specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for hearing aid specialists is bachelor's degree, with 58% of hearing aid specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 58%
- Associate, 14%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Hearing aid specialists by degree level
| Hearing aid specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 58% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Hearing aid specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, hearing aid specialists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $110,797 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, hearing aid specialists earn a median annual income of $69,557 compared to $61,276 for hearing aid specialists with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $110,797 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $51,667 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,557 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $61,276 |
Hearing aid specialist employment statistics
Most hearing aid specialists work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where hearing aid specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where hearing aid specialists work.
Hearing aid specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Hearing aid specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the hearing aid specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most hearing aid specialists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Hearing aid specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 4% |
Hearing aid specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for hearing aid specialists are health care, education and pharmaceutical.
Hearing aid specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 34% |
| Education | 10% |
| Pharmaceutical | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
Hearing aid specialist turnover and employment statistics
Hearing aid specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for hearing aid specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Hearing aid specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Hearing aid specialist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.02% |
| 2011 | 4.10% |
| 2012 | 4.16% |
| 2013 | 4.04% |
| 2014 | 3.59% |
| 2015 | 2.79% |
| 2016 | 2.53% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 2.32% |
| 2020 | 4.32% |
| 2021 | 3.44% |
Average hearing aid specialist tenure
The average hearing aid specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 298 hearing aid specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Hearing aid specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Hearing aid specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of hearing aid specialists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Technician | 5.02% | 48,829 |
| Hearing Aid Specialist | 8.23% | - |
| Medical Imaging Technician | 8.24% | 119,068 |
| Document Technician | 9.29% | 27,537 |
| Optician Apprentice | 12.53% | 10,174 |
| Surgical Scrub Technician | 12.80% | 40,168 |
| Nuclear Medical Technologist | 21.93% | 92,029 |
Similar hearing aid specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Technician | 5.02% | 48,829 |
| Medical Imaging Technician | 8.24% | 119,068 |
| Document Technician | 9.29% | 27,537 |
| Optician Apprentice | 12.53% | 10,174 |
| Surgical Scrub Technician | 12.80% | 40,168 |
| Nuclear Medical Technologist | 21.93% | 92,029 |
Foreign languages spoken by hearing aid specialists
The most common foreign language among hearing aid specialists is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 16.7% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Arabic, 16.7%
- Chinese, 16.7%
- French, 16.7%
Hearing aid specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Arabic | 16.7% |
| Chinese | 16.7% |
| French | 16.7% |
