Lieutenant governor demographics and statistics in the US
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Lieutenant governor gender statistics
50.2% of lieutenant governors are women and 49.8% of lieutenant governors are men.
- Female, 50.2%
- Male, 49.8%
Lieutenant governor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% |
| Male | 49.8% |
Lieutenant governor gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$76,860
Female income
$68,176
Lieutenant governor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in lieutenant governor positions over time. Currently, 50.2% of lieutenant governors are female.
Lieutenant governor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.49% | 41.51% |
| 2011 | 58.23% | 41.77% |
| 2012 | 57.33% | 42.67% |
| 2013 | 55.65% | 44.35% |
| 2014 | 54.98% | 45.02% |
| 2015 | 54.64% | 45.36% |
| 2016 | 53.90% | 46.10% |
| 2017 | 54.35% | 45.65% |
| 2018 | 54.16% | 45.84% |
| 2019 | 51.06% | 48.94% |
| 2020 | 49.80% | 50.20% |
| 2021 | 49.82% | 50.18% |
Lieutenant governor related jobs gender ratio
We compared lieutenant governors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Lieutenant Governor | 50% | 50% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Lieutenant governor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among lieutenant governors is White, which makes up 76.0% of all lieutenant governors. Comparatively, 7.9% of lieutenant governors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.8% of lieutenant governors are Asian.
- White, 76.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.9%
- Asian, 7.8%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Lieutenant governor race
| Lieutenant governor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.9% |
| Asian | 7.8% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Lieutenant governor race and ethnicity over time
See how lieutenant governor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Lieutenant governor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.54% | 3.41% | 5.90% | 6.36% |
| 2011 | 82.73% | 3.81% | 5.52% | 5.97% |
| 2012 | 81.97% | 3.74% | 6.07% | 6.43% |
| 2013 | 82.23% | 3.54% | 6.17% | 6.17% |
| 2014 | 82.26% | 3.67% | 5.81% | 6.49% |
| 2015 | 82.20% | 3.54% | 5.79% | 6.49% |
| 2016 | 81.86% | 3.45% | 6.36% | 6.32% |
| 2017 | 80.50% | 3.61% | 6.89% | 6.90% |
| 2018 | 80.00% | 3.45% | 7.10% | 7.21% |
| 2019 | 81.13% | 3.15% | 6.83% | 6.98% |
| 2020 | 77.75% | 3.64% | 7.30% | 7.29% |
| 2021 | 76.00% | 3.80% | 7.75% | 7.89% |
Lieutenant governor wage gap by race
According to our data, white lieutenant governors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american lieutenant governors have the lowest average salary at $74,193.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $75,640 |
| White | $79,298 |
| Black or African American | $74,193 |
| Asian | $78,669 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $76,616 |
Average lieutenant governor age
See how the average age of lieutenant governors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Lieutenant governor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 53 | 52 |
| Unknown | 51 | 49 |
| Asian | 49 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 50 | 46 |
| White | 53 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 48 |
Lieutenant governor age breakdown
The average age of lieutenant governors is 40+ years years old, representing 89% of the lieutenant governor population.
Lieutenant governor age breakdown
| Lieutenant Governor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 89% |
| 30-40 years | 11% |
| 20-30 years | 0% |
Lieutenant governor educational attainment
The most common degree for lieutenant governors is bachelor's degree, with 74% of lieutenant governors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 12% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 74%
- Master's, 12%
- Associate, 7%
- Doctorate, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Lieutenant governors by degree level
| Lieutenant governor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 74% |
| Master's | 12% |
| Associate | 7% |
| Doctorate | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Lieutenant governor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, lieutenant governors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $94,003 annually. With a Doctorate degree, lieutenant governors earn a median annual income of $93,988 compared to $85,985 for lieutenant governors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $94,003 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $85,985 |
| Doctorate Degree | $93,988 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $66,042 |
Lieutenant governor employment statistics
Most lieutenant governors work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where lieutenant governors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where lieutenant governors work.
Lieutenant governor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 26% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Lieutenant governor jobs by company type
Employees with the lieutenant governor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most lieutenant governors prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Lieutenant governor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 18% |
| Public | 7% |
| Private | 51% |
| Government | 24% |
Lieutenant governor jobs by industry
The most common industries for lieutenant governors are government, education and professional.
Lieutenant governor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 18% |
| Education | 16% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Non Profits | 12% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Media | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
Lieutenant governor turnover and employment statistics
Lieutenant governor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for lieutenant governors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Lieutenant governor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Lieutenant governor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.37% |
| 2011 | 3.53% |
| 2012 | 3.04% |
| 2013 | 2.67% |
| 2014 | 2.12% |
| 2015 | 1.80% |
| 2016 | 1.98% |
| 2017 | 1.88% |
| 2018 | 1.65% |
| 2019 | 1.72% |
| 2020 | 2.10% |
| 2021 | 2.06% |
Average lieutenant governor tenure
The average lieutenant governor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 332 lieutenant governors resumes in Zippia's database.
Lieutenant governor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 44% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 4% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Lieutenant governor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of lieutenant governors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Services Manager | 7.93% | 112,946 |
| Call Center Manager | 8.41% | 123,791 |
| Regional Manager | 9.38% | 156,364 |
| Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technology Officer | 9.63% | 127,282 |
| Lieutenant Governor | 11.54% | - |
| Human Resource Officer | 13.02% | 101,221 |
| Promotions Director | 14.95% | 8,812 |
Similar lieutenant governor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Services Manager | 7.93% | 112,946 |
| Call Center Manager | 8.41% | 123,791 |
| Regional Manager | 9.38% | 156,364 |
| Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technology Officer | 9.63% | 127,282 |
| Human Resource Officer | 13.02% | 101,221 |
| Promotions Director | 14.95% | 8,812 |
Foreign languages spoken by lieutenant governors
The most common foreign language among lieutenant governors is Spanish at 39.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 7.1% and Italian is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 39.3%
- Mandarin, 7.1%
- Italian, 7.1%
- Portuguese, 3.6%
- Filipino, 3.6%
- Other, 39.3%
Lieutenant governor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 39.3% |
| Mandarin | 7.1% |
| Italian | 7.1% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Filipino | 3.6% |
| Other | 39.3% |