Master demographics and statistics in the US
Master demographics research summary. Zippia estimates master demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our master estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about masters after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 26,285 masters currently employed in the United States.
- 35.8% of all masters are women, while 64.2% are men.
- The average master age is 40 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of masters is White (61.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18.9%), Black or African American (9.5%) and Asian (4.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 91% of what men earned.
- 2% of all masters are LGBT.
- Masters are 52% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Master demographics by:
Master gender statistics
35.8% of masters are women and 64.2% of masters are men.
- Male, 64.2%
- Female, 35.8%
Master gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 64.2% |
| Female | 35.8% |
Master gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$68,597
Female income
$62,643
Master gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in master positions over time. Currently, 35.8% of masters are female.
Master gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.08% | 24.92% |
| 2011 | 67.86% | 32.14% |
| 2012 | 67.50% | 32.50% |
| 2013 | 75.70% | 24.30% |
| 2014 | 65.68% | 34.32% |
| 2015 | 69.48% | 30.52% |
| 2016 | 74.12% | 25.88% |
| 2017 | 58.87% | 41.13% |
| 2018 | 67.36% | 32.64% |
| 2019 | 60.50% | 39.50% |
| 2020 | 67.82% | 32.18% |
| 2021 | 64.15% | 35.85% |
Master related jobs gender ratio
We compared masters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Master | 64% | 36% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Master demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among masters is White, which makes up 61.7% of all masters. Comparatively, 18.9% of masters are Hispanic or Latino and 9.5% of masters are Black or African American.
- White, 61.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.9%
- Black or African American, 9.5%
- Asian, 4.9%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Master race
| Master race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.5% |
| Asian | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Master race and ethnicity over time
See how master racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Master race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.67% | 10.33% | 4.35% | 14.18% |
| 2011 | 66.91% | 11.13% | 3.97% | 15.39% |
| 2012 | 66.80% | 10.54% | 4.41% | 15.66% |
| 2013 | 65.35% | 10.99% | 4.56% | 16.27% |
| 2014 | 66.98% | 10.51% | 4.14% | 15.83% |
| 2015 | 67.13% | 9.92% | 4.19% | 16.21% |
| 2016 | 67.11% | 9.92% | 4.01% | 16.33% |
| 2017 | 66.23% | 9.94% | 4.33% | 16.82% |
| 2018 | 67.00% | 9.25% | 4.43% | 16.52% |
| 2019 | 66.81% | 9.50% | 4.48% | 16.51% |
| 2020 | 62.43% | 9.41% | 4.49% | 18.28% |
| 2021 | 61.69% | 9.48% | 4.95% | 18.86% |
Master wage gap by race
According to our data, asian masters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american masters have the lowest average salary at $65,746.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $68,318 |
| White | $69,540 |
| Black or African American | $65,746 |
| Asian | $72,677 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $66,912 |
Average master age
See how the average age of masters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Master age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Master age breakdown
The average age of masters is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the master population.
Master age breakdown
| Master Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Master educational attainment
The most common degree for masters is bachelor's degree, with 51% of masters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 51%
- Master's, 14%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Associate, 13%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Masters by degree level
| Master degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 51% |
| Master's | 14% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Master wage gap by degree level
According to the data, masters with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $80,707 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, masters earn a median annual income of $76,614 compared to $70,189 for masters with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $70,189 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,614 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $80,707 |
Master employment statistics
Most masters work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where masters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where masters work.
Master jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Master jobs by company type
Employees with the master job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most masters prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Master jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 52% |
| Government | 9% |
Master jobs by industry
The most common industries for masters are professional, education and manufacturing.
Master industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 12% |
| Education | 12% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Health Care | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Government | 7% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Master turnover and employment statistics
Master unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for masters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Master unemployment rate by year
| Year | Master unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
Average master tenure
The average master stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 17,225 masters resumes in Zippia's database.
Master tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Master LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of masters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,885 |
| Marine Diesel Technician | 1.79% | 56,781 |
| Master | 2.20% | - |
| Bonded Structures Repairer | 2.41% | 6,703 |
| Tire Changer | 3.57% | 3,919 |
| Body Worker | 3.73% | 23,561 |
| Lawn Mower Repairer | 5.18% | 9,628 |
Similar master jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Mechanic | 1.31% | 33,885 |
| Marine Diesel Technician | 1.79% | 56,781 |
| Bonded Structures Repairer | 2.41% | 6,703 |
| Tire Changer | 3.57% | 3,919 |
| Body Worker | 3.73% | 23,561 |
| Lawn Mower Repairer | 5.18% | 9,628 |
Foreign languages spoken by masters
The most common foreign language among masters is Spanish at 44.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.0% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 7.8%.
- Spanish, 44.9%
- French, 12.0%
- Chinese, 7.8%
- German, 5.8%
- Mandarin, 5.2%
- Other, 24.3%
Master languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 44.9% |
| French | 12.0% |
| Chinese | 7.8% |
| German | 5.8% |
| Mandarin | 5.2% |
| Other | 24.3% |
