Interactive designer demographics and statistics in the US
Interactive designer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates interactive designer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our interactive designer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about interactive designers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 9,681 interactive designers currently employed in the United States.
- 33.2% of all interactive designers are women, while 66.8% are men.
- The average interactive designer age is 38 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of interactive designers is White (70.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Asian (10.4%) and Unknown (5.0%).
- In 2022, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 13% of all interactive designers are LGBT.
- Interactive designers are 61% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Interactive designer gender statistics
33.2% of interactive designers are women and 66.8% of interactive designers are men.
- Male, 66.8%
- Female, 33.2%
Interactive designer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.8% |
| Female | 33.2% |
Interactive designer gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$98,885
Female income
$93,953
Interactive designer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in interactive designer positions over time. Currently, 33.2% of interactive designers are female.
Interactive designer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.87% | 31.13% |
| 2011 | 69.09% | 30.91% |
| 2012 | 68.39% | 31.61% |
| 2013 | 70.49% | 29.51% |
| 2014 | 68.62% | 31.38% |
| 2015 | 69.26% | 30.74% |
| 2016 | 68.30% | 31.70% |
| 2017 | 67.45% | 32.55% |
| 2018 | 69.37% | 30.63% |
| 2019 | 66.58% | 33.42% |
| 2020 | 66.64% | 33.36% |
| 2021 | 66.75% | 33.25% |
Interactive designer related jobs gender ratio
We compared interactive designers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, exhibit builder and senior industrial designer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Decorating Consultant | 9% | 91% |
| Floral Designer | 11% | 89% |
| Floral Manager | 11% | 89% |
| Interactive Designer | 67% | 33% |
| Craftsman | 88% | 12% |
| Senior Industrial Designer | 91% | 9% |
| Exhibit Builder | 93% | 7% |
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Interactive designer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among interactive designers is White, which makes up 70.2% of all interactive designers. Comparatively, 10.6% of interactive designers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.4% of interactive designers are Asian.
- White, 70.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Asian, 10.4%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Black or African American, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Interactive designer race
| Interactive designer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Asian | 10.4% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Interactive designer race and ethnicity over time
See how interactive designer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Interactive designer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.32% | 3.37% | 6.45% | 8.15% |
| 2011 | 79.15% | 3.38% | 7.00% | 8.33% |
| 2012 | 78.60% | 3.42% | 6.69% | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 79.01% | 3.39% | 7.37% | 8.05% |
| 2014 | 78.43% | 3.15% | 7.37% | 8.85% |
| 2015 | 77.58% | 3.31% | 7.11% | 9.89% |
| 2016 | 77.09% | 3.54% | 7.72% | 9.34% |
| 2017 | 77.04% | 3.17% | 8.01% | 9.29% |
| 2018 | 74.98% | 3.33% | 8.26% | 10.34% |
| 2019 | 76.12% | 3.50% | 7.60% | 10.19% |
| 2020 | 74.32% | 3.04% | 7.13% | 10.91% |
| 2021 | 70.17% | 3.42% | 10.42% | 10.63% |
Interactive designer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian interactive designers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White interactive designers have the lowest average salary at $94,936.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $102,131 |
| White | $94,936 |
| Black or African American | $95,206 |
| Asian | $106,112 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $96,525 |
Average interactive designer age
See how the average age of interactive designers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Interactive designer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 33 |
| White | 40 | 35 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 34 |
| Asian | 36 | 33 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 31 |
Interactive designer age breakdown
The average age of interactive designers is 40+ years years old, representing 42% of the interactive designer population.
Interactive designer age breakdown
| Interactive Designer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 42% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Interactive designer educational attainment
The most common degree for interactive designers is bachelor's degree, with 73% of interactive designers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 10%
- Diploma, 1%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Interactive designers by degree level
| Interactive designer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Diploma | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Interactive designer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, interactive designers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $117,347 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, interactive designers earn a median annual income of $106,858 compared to $95,168 for interactive designers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $117,347 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $106,858 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $95,168 |
Interactive designer employment statistics
Most interactive designers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where interactive designers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where interactive designers work.
Interactive designer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 28% |
Interactive designer jobs by company type
Employees with the interactive designer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most interactive designers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Interactive designer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 1% |
Interactive designer jobs by industry
The most common industries for interactive designers are technology, media and professional.
Interactive designer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 17% |
| Media | 15% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Interactive designer turnover and employment statistics
Interactive designer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for interactive designers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Interactive designer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Interactive designer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.84% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.12% |
| 2013 | 5.32% |
| 2014 | 4.78% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.15% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 3.55% |
| 2019 | 3.78% |
| 2020 | 6.80% |
| 2021 | 7.79% |
Average interactive designer tenure
The average interactive designer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,214 interactive designers resumes in Zippia's database.
Interactive designer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 31% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Interactive designer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of interactive designers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Director Of Art Marketing | 11.32% | 78,663 |
| Stage Set Designer | 12.35% | 45,818 |
| Interactive Designer | 13.05% | - |
| Floral Artist | 14.26% | 3,971 |
| Merchandising Specialist | 16.91% | 49,769 |
| Hat Designer | 17.98% | 43,786 |
| Design Consultant | 22.51% | 59,470 |
Similar interactive designer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Director Of Art Marketing | 11.32% | 78,663 |
| Stage Set Designer | 12.35% | 45,818 |
| Floral Artist | 14.26% | 3,971 |
| Merchandising Specialist | 16.91% | 49,769 |
| Hat Designer | 17.98% | 43,786 |
| Design Consultant | 22.51% | 59,470 |
Foreign languages spoken by interactive designers
The most common foreign language among interactive designers is Spanish at 20.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.8% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 12.1%.
- Spanish, 20.7%
- French, 13.8%
- Japanese, 12.1%
- Chinese, 6.9%
- German, 6.9%
- Other, 39.6%
Interactive designer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 20.7% |
| French | 13.8% |
| Japanese | 12.1% |
| Chinese | 6.9% |
| German | 6.9% |
| Other | 39.6% |
