Minister assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Minister assistant gender statistics
57.1% of minister assistants are women and 42.9% of minister assistants are men.
- Female, 57.1%
- Male, 42.9%
Minister assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 57.1% |
| Male | 42.9% |
Minister assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,740
Female income
$35,832
Minister assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in minister assistant positions over time. Currently, 57.1% of minister assistants are female.
Minister assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48.22% | 51.78% |
| 2011 | 47.14% | 52.86% |
| 2012 | 45.45% | 54.55% |
| 2013 | 46.71% | 53.29% |
| 2014 | 46.74% | 53.26% |
| 2015 | 44.56% | 55.44% |
| 2016 | 45.36% | 54.64% |
| 2017 | 43.52% | 56.48% |
| 2018 | 46.49% | 53.51% |
| 2019 | 45.85% | 54.15% |
| 2020 | 45.49% | 54.51% |
| 2021 | 42.86% | 57.14% |
Minister assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared minister assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, catholic priest and imam have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Director Of Preschool | 5% | 95% |
| Deaconess | 8% | 92% |
| Christian Science Nurse | 15% | 85% |
| Minister Assistant | 43% | 57% |
| Music Pastor | 93% | 7% |
| Imam | 94% | 6% |
| Catholic Priest | 97% | 3% |
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Minister assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among minister assistants is White, which makes up 68.0% of all minister assistants. Comparatively, 11.9% of minister assistants are Black or African American and 9.1% of minister assistants are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 68.0%
- Black or African American, 11.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.1%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Minister assistant race
| Minister assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.0% |
| Black or African American | 11.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.1% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Minister assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how minister assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Minister assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.03% | 10.38% | 5.29% | 6.77% |
| 2011 | 73.11% | 10.64% | 6.52% | 7.70% |
| 2012 | 74.38% | 10.65% | 5.83% | 7.07% |
| 2013 | 74.02% | 11.07% | 5.91% | 7.35% |
| 2014 | 72.95% | 10.44% | 6.17% | 8.14% |
| 2015 | 73.55% | 11.02% | 5.84% | 7.65% |
| 2016 | 72.16% | 11.07% | 7.00% | 8.02% |
| 2017 | 71.88% | 10.14% | 6.82% | 8.82% |
| 2018 | 73.66% | 9.86% | 6.18% | 8.20% |
| 2019 | 72.67% | 10.72% | 6.14% | 8.50% |
| 2020 | 70.10% | 10.62% | 7.43% | 8.05% |
| 2021 | 67.98% | 11.85% | 6.66% | 9.06% |
Minister assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown minister assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian minister assistants have the lowest average salary at $34,571.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,276 |
| White | $38,958 |
| Black or African American | $39,396 |
| Asian | $34,571 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,828 |
Average minister assistant age
See how the average age of minister assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Minister assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 56 | 59.5 |
| Unknown | 45.5 | 57.5 |
| Asian | 54 | 50 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 49 |
| White | 52 | 53 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 64.5 |
Minister assistant age breakdown
The average age of minister assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 77% of the minister assistant population.
Minister assistant age breakdown
| Minister Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 77% |
| 30-40 years | 17% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Minister assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for minister assistants is bachelor's degree, with 60% of minister assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 11%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Minister assistants by degree level
| Minister assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Minister assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, minister assistants with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $42,220 annually. With a Master's degree, minister assistants earn a median annual income of $41,329 compared to $37,410 for minister assistants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $41,329 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,410 |
| Doctorate Degree | $42,220 |
Minister assistant employment statistics
Company size where minister assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where minister assistants work.
Minister assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 41% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 15% |
| > 10,000 employees | 4% |
Minister assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for minister assistants are non profits, education and finance.
Minister assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 44% |
| Education | 30% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
Minister assistant turnover and employment statistics
Minister assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for minister assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Minister assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Minister assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.37% |
| 2011 | 1.17% |
| 2012 | 1.38% |
| 2013 | 1.26% |
| 2014 | 0.97% |
| 2015 | 0.94% |
| 2016 | 0.92% |
| 2017 | 0.69% |
| 2018 | 0.72% |
| 2019 | 0.96% |
| 2020 | 0.99% |
| 2021 | 1.03% |
Average minister assistant tenure
The average minister assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 245 minister assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Minister assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Minister assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of minister assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Advisor | 8.30% | 45,590 |
| Christian Science Practitioner | 10.45% | 24,651 |
| Social Work Case Manager | 13.09% | 49,793 |
| Teacher Counselor | 13.47% | 83,305 |
| Minister Assistant | 15.69% | - |
| Youth Choir Director | 16.29% | 7,150 |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | 19.71% | 57,284 |
Similar minister assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Advisor | 8.30% | 45,590 |
| Christian Science Practitioner | 10.45% | 24,651 |
| Social Work Case Manager | 13.09% | 49,793 |
| Teacher Counselor | 13.47% | 83,305 |
| Youth Choir Director | 16.29% | 7,150 |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | 19.71% | 57,284 |
Foreign languages spoken by minister assistants
The most common foreign language among minister assistants is Spanish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 18.5% and Russian is the third-most popular at 18.5%.
- Spanish, 33.3%
- French, 18.5%
- Russian, 18.5%
- Filipino, 3.7%
- Chinese, 3.7%
- Other, 22.3%
Minister assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| French | 18.5% |
| Russian | 18.5% |
| Filipino | 3.7% |
| Chinese | 3.7% |
| Other | 22.3% |
