Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for leaders in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 42,398 leaders currently employed in the United States.
- 50.2% of all leaders are women, while 49.8% are men.
- The average age of an employed leader is 46 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of leaders is White (61.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (17.0%), Black or African American (11.9%) and Asian (5.0%).
- In 2021, women earned 83% of what men earned.
- 6% of all leaders are LGBT.
- Leaders are 47% more likely to work at public companies in comparison to private companies.
Leader Statistics By Gender
50.2% of leaders are women and 49.8% of leaders are men.
- Female, 50.2%
- Male, 49.8%
Leaders By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% |
| Male | 49.8% |
Gender Pay Gap For Leader
Women Earn 83ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Leader Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the leader position over time.
Leader Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.03% | 44.97% |
| 2011 | 54.79% | 45.21% |
| 2012 | 55.87% | 44.13% |
| 2013 | 56.41% | 43.59% |
| 2014 | 55.58% | 44.42% |
| 2015 | 53.98% | 46.02% |
| 2016 | 54.70% | 45.30% |
| 2017 | 54.27% | 45.73% |
| 2018 | 51.85% | 48.15% |
| 2019 | 53.86% | 46.14% |
| 2020 | 51.61% | 48.39% |
| 2021 | 49.82% | 50.18% |
Leader Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Leader | 50% | 50% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
Leader Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among leaders is White, which makes up 61.2% of all leaders. Comparatively, there are 17.0% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 11.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 61.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.0%
- Black or African American, 11.9%
- Asian, 5.0%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Leader Race
| Leader Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 11.9% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Leader Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among leaders.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Leader Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.86% | 11.45% | 4.35% | 14.40% |
| 2011 | 68.04% | 11.36% | 4.31% | 14.47% |
| 2012 | 67.32% | 11.36% | 4.28% | 14.99% |
| 2013 | 68.67% | 10.47% | 4.48% | 14.58% |
| 2014 | 67.03% | 10.87% | 4.71% | 15.27% |
| 2015 | 67.08% | 11.07% | 4.41% | 15.54% |
| 2016 | 66.11% | 11.08% | 4.54% | 16.25% |
| 2017 | 65.54% | 11.67% | 5.05% | 15.46% |
| 2018 | 66.83% | 10.80% | 4.64% | 15.80% |
| 2019 | 65.14% | 11.34% | 4.88% | 16.56% |
| 2020 | 64.04% | 10.94% | 5.04% | 15.74% |
| 2021 | 61.18% | 11.93% | 5.05% | 16.98% |
Leader Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $99,284 |
| White | $108,056 |
| Black or African American | $95,136 |
| Asian | $107,722 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $102,102 |
Average Age of a Leader
We determined the average age of leaders based on ethnicity and gender.
Leader Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Leader Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of leader employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of leaders is 40+ years old, which represents 71% of the population.
Leader Age
| Leader Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Types of Leader Degree Levels
The most common degree for leaders is bachelor's degree 64% of leaders earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 11% and rounding it off is master's degree with 10%.
- Bachelors, 64%
- Associate, 11%
- Masters, 10%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Leaders By Education
| Leader Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 64% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Masters | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Leader Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $82,186 |
| Master's Degree | $137,229 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $111,794 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $94,626 |
Leader Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where leaders work. We found most leaders work for a public company. In addition, the industry that employs the most leaders is the technology industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire leaders.
Leader Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 47% |
The Types Of Companies Leader Work In
Employees with the leader job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most leaders prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Leader Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 47% |
| Private | 45% |
| Government | 4% |
Top Industries Hiring Leaders
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ leaders. Those industries include technology, professional and hospitality.
Leader Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 20% |
| Technology | 15% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Leader Turnover And Employment Statistics
Leader Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of leaders changed.
- Unemployment rate
Leader Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Leader Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
The Average Number of Years That Leader Stay in a Job
By looking over 64,592 leaders resumes, we figured out that the average leader enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 33%.
Leader Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Leaders with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to leaders.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Spreader Operator | 2.37% | 60,297 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Technical Inspector | 3.84% | 83,675 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Leader | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Leader LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Spreader Operator | 2.37% | 60,297 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Technical Inspector | 3.84% | 83,675 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Leaders
The most common foreign language among leaders is Spanish at 50.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.9% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 6.5%.
- Spanish, 50.7%
- French, 10.9%
- Chinese, 6.5%
- Mandarin, 6.2%
- German, 3.8%
- Other, 21.9%
Leader Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.7% |
| French | 10.9% |
| Chinese | 6.5% |
| Mandarin | 6.2% |
| German | 3.8% |
| Other | 21.9% |
