Intermediate teacher demographics and statistics in the US
Intermediate teacher demographics research summary. Zippia estimates intermediate teacher demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our intermediate teacher estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about intermediate teachers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 998,253 intermediate teachers currently employed in the United States.
- 76.4% of all intermediate teachers are women, while 23.6% are men.
- The average intermediate teacher age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of intermediate teachers is White (69.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (12.7%), Black or African American (9.9%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 9% of all intermediate teachers are LGBT.
- Intermediate teachers are 80% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Intermediate teacher demographics by:
Intermediate teacher gender statistics
76.4% of intermediate teachers are women and 23.6% of intermediate teachers are men.
- Female, 76.4%
- Male, 23.6%
Intermediate teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 76.4% |
| Male | 23.6% |
Intermediate teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,713
Female income
$44,358
Intermediate teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in intermediate teacher positions over time. Currently, 76.4% of intermediate teachers are female.
Intermediate teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.51% | 75.49% |
| 2011 | 24.77% | 75.23% |
| 2012 | 25.08% | 74.92% |
| 2013 | 25.22% | 74.78% |
| 2014 | 24.83% | 75.17% |
| 2015 | 25.26% | 74.74% |
| 2016 | 25.28% | 74.72% |
| 2017 | 25.16% | 74.84% |
| 2018 | 25.64% | 74.36% |
| 2019 | 22.35% | 77.65% |
| 2020 | 23.03% | 76.97% |
| 2021 | 23.58% | 76.42% |
Intermediate teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared intermediate teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, auto collision repair instructor and automotive technology instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Intermediate Teacher | 24% | 76% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Intermediate teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among intermediate teachers is White, which makes up 69.3% of all intermediate teachers. Comparatively, 12.7% of intermediate teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.9% of intermediate teachers are Black or African American.
- White, 69.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.7%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Intermediate teacher race
| Intermediate teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.7% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Intermediate teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how intermediate teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Intermediate teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.06% | 10.21% | 2.47% | 9.61% |
| 2011 | 75.67% | 10.15% | 2.64% | 9.80% |
| 2012 | 75.49% | 10.01% | 2.70% | 9.93% |
| 2013 | 74.96% | 10.04% | 2.89% | 10.14% |
| 2014 | 75.05% | 9.97% | 2.88% | 10.20% |
| 2015 | 74.78% | 9.65% | 3.02% | 10.56% |
| 2016 | 73.94% | 10.06% | 3.04% | 10.96% |
| 2017 | 73.89% | 9.71% | 3.18% | 11.10% |
| 2018 | 73.66% | 9.62% | 3.18% | 11.34% |
| 2019 | 72.78% | 9.93% | 3.36% | 11.83% |
| 2020 | 70.86% | 9.60% | 3.43% | 11.95% |
| 2021 | 69.29% | 9.89% | 3.67% | 12.71% |
Intermediate teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, asian intermediate teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american intermediate teachers have the lowest average salary at $45,338.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,326 |
| White | $46,307 |
| Black or African American | $45,338 |
| Asian | $48,139 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,505 |
Average intermediate teacher age
See how the average age of intermediate teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Intermediate teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 44 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 40 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 42 |
| White | 43 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40.5 | 48.5 |
Intermediate teacher age breakdown
The average age of intermediate teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the intermediate teacher population.
Intermediate teacher age breakdown
| Intermediate Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Intermediate teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for intermediate teachers is bachelor's degree, with 64% of intermediate teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 27% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Master's, 27%
- Associate, 6%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Intermediate teachers by degree level
| Intermediate teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Master's | 27% |
| Associate | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Intermediate teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, intermediate teachers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $59,872 annually. With a Doctorate degree, intermediate teachers earn a median annual income of $59,433 compared to $49,946 for intermediate teachers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,872 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,946 |
| Doctorate Degree | $59,433 |
Intermediate teacher employment statistics
Company size where intermediate teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where intermediate teachers work.
Intermediate teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 36% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Intermediate teacher jobs by company type
Employees with the intermediate teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most intermediate teachers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Intermediate teacher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 80% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 12% |
| Government | 7% |
Intermediate teacher turnover and employment statistics
Intermediate teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for intermediate teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Intermediate teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Intermediate teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.82% |
| 2011 | 2.96% |
| 2012 | 2.53% |
| 2013 | 2.43% |
| 2014 | 1.86% |
| 2015 | 1.70% |
| 2016 | 1.52% |
| 2017 | 1.41% |
| 2018 | 1.53% |
| 2019 | 1.62% |
| 2020 | 2.49% |
| 2021 | 2.16% |
Average intermediate teacher tenure
The average intermediate teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 239 intermediate teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Intermediate teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Intermediate teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of intermediate teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Shorthand Teacher | 5.04% | 52,269 |
| Special Education Teacher/Case Manager | 7.55% | 84,283 |
| Intermediate Teacher | 8.89% | - |
| Speech Teacher | 11.94% | 75,550 |
Similar intermediate teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Shorthand Teacher | 5.04% | 52,269 |
| Special Education Teacher/Case Manager | 7.55% | 84,283 |
| Speech Teacher | 11.94% | 75,550 |
Foreign languages spoken by intermediate teachers
The most common foreign language among intermediate teachers is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 14.3% and Hindi is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- German, 14.3%
- Hindi, 14.3%
- French, 14.3%
Intermediate teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| German | 14.3% |
| Hindi | 14.3% |
| French | 14.3% |
