Hearing consultant demographics and statistics in the US
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Hearing consultant gender statistics
58.1% of hearing consultants are women and 41.9% of hearing consultants are men.
- Female, 58.1%
- Male, 41.9%
Hearing consultant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 58.1% |
| Male | 41.9% |
Hearing consultant gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,486
Female income
$34,265
Hearing consultant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in hearing consultant positions over time. Currently, 58.1% of hearing consultants are female.
Hearing consultant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42.33% | 57.67% |
| 2011 | 40.92% | 59.08% |
| 2012 | 41.65% | 58.35% |
| 2013 | 42.36% | 57.64% |
| 2014 | 41.48% | 58.52% |
| 2015 | 38.96% | 61.04% |
| 2016 | 43.22% | 56.78% |
| 2017 | 43.68% | 56.32% |
| 2018 | 37.65% | 62.35% |
| 2019 | 42.56% | 57.44% |
| 2020 | 42.71% | 57.29% |
| 2021 | 41.94% | 58.06% |
Hearing consultant related jobs gender ratio
We compared hearing consultants 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 Consultant | 42% | 58% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Hearing consultant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among hearing consultants is White, which makes up 63.1% of all hearing consultants. Comparatively, 14.8% of hearing consultants are Hispanic or Latino and 7.8% of hearing consultants are Asian.
- White, 63.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.8%
- Asian, 7.8%
- Black or African American, 7.3%
- Unknown, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Hearing consultant race
| Hearing consultant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.8% |
| Asian | 7.8% |
| Black or African American | 7.3% |
| Unknown | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Hearing consultant race and ethnicity over time
See how hearing consultant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Hearing consultant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.18% | 9.67% | 5.24% | 9.58% |
| 2011 | 69.67% | 9.59% | 5.95% | 11.25% |
| 2012 | 70.60% | 8.07% | 6.36% | 12.08% |
| 2013 | 71.21% | 8.60% | 5.46% | 10.68% |
| 2014 | 69.33% | 9.44% | 5.92% | 10.97% |
| 2015 | 67.87% | 7.68% | 6.90% | 13.37% |
| 2016 | 67.89% | 8.73% | 6.63% | 12.63% |
| 2017 | 66.14% | 9.77% | 7.73% | 12.34% |
| 2018 | 69.23% | 7.24% | 6.67% | 13.13% |
| 2019 | 69.75% | 6.46% | 7.62% | 12.38% |
| 2020 | 66.49% | 6.29% | 5.81% | 14.07% |
| 2021 | 63.10% | 7.34% | 7.82% | 14.83% |
Hearing consultant wage gap by race
According to our data, white hearing consultants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american hearing consultants have the lowest average salary at $35,197.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,701 |
| White | $37,271 |
| Black or African American | $35,197 |
| Asian | $36,700 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,593 |
Average hearing consultant age
See how the average age of hearing consultants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Hearing consultant 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 consultant age breakdown
The average age of hearing consultants is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the hearing consultant population.
Hearing consultant age breakdown
| Hearing Consultant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Hearing consultant educational attainment
The most common degree for hearing consultants is bachelor's degree, with 59% of hearing consultants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 59%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 13%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Hearing consultants by degree level
| Hearing consultant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 13% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Hearing consultant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, hearing consultants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $43,870 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, hearing consultants earn a median annual income of $35,907 compared to $34,001 for hearing consultants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $43,870 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,595 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,907 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,001 |
Hearing consultant employment statistics
Company size where hearing consultants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where hearing consultants work.
Hearing consultant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Hearing consultant jobs by company type
Employees with the hearing consultant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most hearing consultants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Hearing consultant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 53% |
Hearing consultant turnover and employment statistics
Hearing consultant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for hearing consultants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Hearing consultant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Hearing consultant 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 consultant tenure
The average hearing consultant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 109 hearing consultants resumes in Zippia's database.
Hearing consultant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 25% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Hearing consultant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of hearing consultants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Compounding Technician | 5.02% | 59,500 |
| Hearing Consultant | 8.23% | - |
| Laboratory Helper | 8.24% | 67,669 |
| Record Management Specialist | 9.29% | 95,586 |
| Optical Technician | 12.53% | 29,866 |
| Surgical Technician | 12.80% | 70,920 |
| Medical Radiation Dosimetrist | 21.93% | 48,089 |
Similar hearing consultant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Compounding Technician | 5.02% | 59,500 |
| Laboratory Helper | 8.24% | 67,669 |
| Record Management Specialist | 9.29% | 95,586 |
| Optical Technician | 12.53% | 29,866 |
| Surgical Technician | 12.80% | 70,920 |
| Medical Radiation Dosimetrist | 21.93% | 48,089 |
Foreign languages spoken by hearing consultants
- Cantonese, 50.0%
- Spanish, 50.0%
Hearing consultant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Cantonese | 50.0% |
| Spanish | 50.0% |