Lead editor demographics and statistics in the US
Lead editor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates lead editor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our lead editor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about lead editors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 27,232 lead editors currently employed in the United States.
- 34.6% of all lead editors are women, while 65.4% are men.
- The average lead editor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of lead editors is White (76.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (7.9%), Asian (7.0%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- In 2022, women earned 101% of what men earned.
- 12% of all lead editors are LGBT.
- Lead editors are 61% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Lead editor demographics by:
Lead editor gender statistics
34.6% of lead editors are women and 65.4% of lead editors are men.
- Male, 65.4%
- Female, 34.6%
Lead editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 65.4% |
| Female | 34.6% |
Lead editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$67,699
Female income
$68,247
Lead editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in lead editor positions over time. Currently, 34.6% of lead editors are female.
Lead editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.34% | 31.66% |
| 2011 | 69.20% | 30.80% |
| 2012 | 71.11% | 28.89% |
| 2013 | 71.10% | 28.90% |
| 2014 | 70.09% | 29.91% |
| 2015 | 68.80% | 31.20% |
| 2016 | 69.88% | 30.12% |
| 2017 | 69.44% | 30.56% |
| 2018 | 66.12% | 33.88% |
| 2019 | 69.10% | 30.90% |
| 2020 | 66.96% | 33.04% |
| 2021 | 65.37% | 34.63% |
Lead editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared lead editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Lead Editor | 65% | 35% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Lead editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among lead editors is White, which makes up 76.8% of all lead editors. Comparatively, 7.9% of lead editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.0% of lead editors are Asian.
- White, 76.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.9%
- Asian, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Lead editor race
| Lead editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.9% |
| Asian | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Lead editor race and ethnicity over time
See how lead editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Lead editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.87% | 3.85% | 6.35% | 7.61% |
| 2011 | 82.04% | 3.86% | 5.18% | 7.39% |
| 2012 | 81.55% | 4.02% | 5.46% | 7.09% |
| 2013 | 78.72% | 4.80% | 6.34% | 7.14% |
| 2014 | 79.72% | 3.95% | 6.55% | 7.38% |
| 2015 | 78.38% | 4.39% | 6.54% | 8.12% |
| 2016 | 78.44% | 4.41% | 6.37% | 8.26% |
| 2017 | 78.44% | 4.52% | 6.45% | 7.59% |
| 2018 | 78.50% | 3.92% | 7.00% | 7.77% |
| 2019 | 77.70% | 3.78% | 7.40% | 8.85% |
| 2020 | 75.81% | 3.63% | 6.75% | 8.57% |
| 2021 | 76.76% | 3.49% | 7.05% | 7.88% |
Lead editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian lead editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american lead editors have the lowest average salary at $65,843.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $67,646 |
| White | $66,398 |
| Black or African American | $65,843 |
| Asian | $69,633 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $69,055 |
Average lead editor age
See how the average age of lead editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Lead editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Lead editor age breakdown
The average age of lead editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the lead editor population.
Lead editor age breakdown
| Lead Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Lead editor educational attainment
The most common degree for lead editors is bachelor's degree, with 73% of lead editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 11% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Master's, 11%
- Associate, 10%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Lead editors by degree level
| Lead editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Master's | 11% |
| Associate | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Lead editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, lead editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $77,007 annually. With a Master's degree, lead editors earn a median annual income of $73,701 compared to $69,398 for lead editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $73,701 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,398 |
| Doctorate Degree | $77,007 |
Lead editor employment statistics
Most lead editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where lead editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where lead editors work.
Lead editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Lead editor jobs by company type
Employees with the lead editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most lead editors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Lead editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 17% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 1% |
Lead editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for lead editors are media, education and professional.
Lead editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 21% |
| Education | 14% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Lead editor turnover and employment statistics
Lead editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for lead editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Lead editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Lead editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average lead editor tenure
The average lead editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,422 lead editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Lead editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Lead editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of lead editors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Field Reporter | 10.10% | 46,519 |
| Radio Performer | 10.34% | 2,303 |
| Public Relations Writer | 12.01% | 27,446 |
| Lead Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Certified Court Interpreter | 14.90% | 38,352 |
| Writer/Producer | 16.36% | 20,026 |
| Track Announcer | 16.36% | 736 |
Similar lead editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Field Reporter | 10.10% | 46,519 |
| Radio Performer | 10.34% | 2,303 |
| Public Relations Writer | 12.01% | 27,446 |
| Certified Court Interpreter | 14.90% | 38,352 |
| Writer/Producer | 16.36% | 20,026 |
| Track Announcer | 16.36% | 736 |
Foreign languages spoken by lead editors
The most common foreign language among lead editors is Spanish at 38.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 14.0% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 8.8%.
- Spanish, 38.6%
- French, 14.0%
- Japanese, 8.8%
- Italian, 7.0%
- Russian, 5.3%
- Other, 26.3%
Lead editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 38.6% |
| French | 14.0% |
| Japanese | 8.8% |
| Italian | 7.0% |
| Russian | 5.3% |
| Other | 26.3% |
