Junior research associate demographics and statistics in the US
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Junior research associate gender statistics
45.2% of junior research associates are women and 54.8% of junior research associates are men.
- Male, 54.8%
- Female, 45.2%
Junior research associate gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.8% |
| Female | 45.2% |
Junior research associate gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$76,826
Female income
$76,080
Junior research associate gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in junior research associate positions over time. Currently, 45.2% of junior research associates are female.
Junior research associate gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 45.27% | 54.73% |
| 2011 | 47.62% | 52.38% |
| 2012 | 43.86% | 56.14% |
| 2013 | 43.21% | 56.79% |
| 2014 | 45.72% | 54.28% |
| 2015 | 54.31% | 45.69% |
| 2016 | 50.34% | 49.66% |
| 2017 | 46.62% | 53.38% |
| 2018 | 47.89% | 52.11% |
| 2019 | 49.98% | 50.02% |
| 2020 | 55.39% | 44.61% |
| 2021 | 54.84% | 45.16% |
Junior research associate related jobs gender ratio
We compared junior research associates with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, econometrician and political advisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Home Economist | 4% | 96% |
| Educational Diagnostician | 11% | 89% |
| Senior Behavioral Scientist | 15% | 85% |
| Junior Research Associate | 55% | 45% |
| Agricultural Economist | 75% | 25% |
| Political Advisor | 76% | 24% |
| Econometrician | 77% | 23% |
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Junior research associate demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among junior research associates is White, which makes up 63.6% of all junior research associates. Comparatively, 14.4% of junior research associates are Hispanic or Latino and 8.1% of junior research associates are Asian.
- White, 63.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.4%
- Asian, 8.1%
- Black or African American, 6.4%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Junior research associate race
| Junior research associate race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.4% |
| Asian | 8.1% |
| Black or African American | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Junior research associate race and ethnicity over time
See how junior research associate racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Junior research associate race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.03% | 10.84% | 6.75% | 10.10% |
| 2011 | 70.92% | 7.97% | 6.77% | 9.56% |
| 2012 | 68.69% | 7.14% | 7.18% | 11.78% |
| 2013 | 67.30% | 8.70% | 6.94% | 12.57% |
| 2014 | 62.77% | 10.01% | 8.33% | 12.73% |
| 2015 | 70.72% | 8.14% | 8.46% | 9.69% |
| 2016 | 68.70% | 8.14% | 7.65% | 11.30% |
| 2017 | 64.38% | 6.60% | 7.55% | 15.95% |
| 2018 | 70.89% | 7.33% | 7.40% | 11.22% |
| 2019 | 68.37% | 6.66% | 8.59% | 12.19% |
| 2020 | 62.56% | 7.46% | 9.43% | 12.52% |
| 2021 | 63.55% | 6.38% | 8.10% | 14.45% |
Junior research associate wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown junior research associates have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino junior research associates have the lowest average salary at $70,917.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $80,406 |
| White | $75,980 |
| Black or African American | $80,328 |
| Asian | $76,905 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $70,917 |
Average junior research associate age
See how the average age of junior research associates varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Junior research associate age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 46 | 37.5 |
| White | 40.5 | 39 |
| Asian | 40 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 36 |
Junior research associate age breakdown
The average age of junior research associates is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the junior research associate population.
Junior research associate age breakdown
| Junior Research Associate Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Junior research associate educational attainment
The most common degree for junior research associates is bachelor's degree, with 62% of junior research associates earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 23% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- Master's, 23%
- Doctorate, 6%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Junior research associates by degree level
| Junior research associate degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| Master's | 23% |
| Doctorate | 6% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Junior research associate wage gap by degree level
According to the data, junior research associates with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $98,144 annually. With a Master's degree, junior research associates earn a median annual income of $93,090 compared to $84,009 for junior research associates with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $93,090 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $84,009 |
| Doctorate Degree | $98,144 |
Junior research associate employment statistics
Most junior research associates work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where junior research associates work
Below, you can see the size of companies where junior research associates work.
Junior research associate jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Junior research associate jobs by company type
Employees with the junior research associate job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most junior research associates prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Junior research associate jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 17% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 57% |
Junior research associate jobs by industry
The most common industries for junior research associates are finance, education and professional.
Junior research associate industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 27% |
| Education | 14% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Media | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
Junior research associate turnover and employment statistics
Junior research associate unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for junior research associates between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Junior research associate unemployment rate by year
| Year | Junior research associate unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.58% |
| 2011 | 7.95% |
| 2012 | 5.58% |
| 2013 | 5.71% |
| 2014 | 6.50% |
| 2015 | 6.49% |
| 2016 | 3.93% |
| 2017 | 2.24% |
| 2018 | 3.43% |
| 2019 | 2.72% |
| 2020 | 4.85% |
| 2021 | 5.34% |
Average junior research associate tenure
The average junior research associate stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 212 junior research associates resumes in Zippia's database.
Junior research associate tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 45% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 6% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Junior research associate LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of junior research associates 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Economist | 7.51% | 1,039 |
| Junior Research Associate | 10.82% | - |
| Clinical Neuropsychologist | 11.87% | 54,827 |
| Transportation Planner | 13.00% | 21,425 |
| Assistant Vice President, Assessment Solutions | 19.82% | 74,986 |
Similar junior research associate jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Economist | 7.51% | 1,039 |
| Clinical Neuropsychologist | 11.87% | 54,827 |
| Transportation Planner | 13.00% | 21,425 |
| Assistant Vice President, Assessment Solutions | 19.82% | 74,986 |
Foreign languages spoken by junior research associates
The most common foreign language among junior research associates is Spanish at 38.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 23.1% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 15.4%.
- Spanish, 38.5%
- French, 23.1%
- Portuguese, 15.4%
- Vietnamese, 7.7%
- Arabic, 7.7%
- Other, 7.6%
Junior research associate languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 38.5% |
| French | 23.1% |
| Portuguese | 15.4% |
| Vietnamese | 7.7% |
| Arabic | 7.7% |
| Other | 7.6% |
