Ministry assistant demographics and statistics in the US
Ministry assistant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates ministry assistant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our ministry assistant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about ministry assistants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 12,644 ministry assistants currently employed in the United States.
- 76.4% of all ministry assistants are women, while 23.6% are men.
- The average ministry assistant age is 50 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of ministry assistants is White (66.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (16.1%), Black or African American (9.2%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 94% of what men earned.
- 6% of all ministry assistants are LGBT.
- Ministry assistants are 52% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Ministry assistant demographics by:
Ministry assistant gender statistics
76.4% of ministry assistants are women and 23.6% of ministry assistants are men.
- Female, 76.4%
- Male, 23.6%
Ministry assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 76.4% |
| Male | 23.6% |
Ministry assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,255
Female income
$35,819
Ministry assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ministry assistant positions over time. Currently, 76.4% of ministry assistants are female.
Ministry assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.18% | 84.82% |
| 2011 | 14.62% | 85.38% |
| 2012 | 15.93% | 84.07% |
| 2013 | 15.66% | 84.34% |
| 2014 | 16.30% | 83.70% |
| 2015 | 17.73% | 82.27% |
| 2016 | 17.57% | 82.43% |
| 2017 | 19.04% | 80.96% |
| 2018 | 20.17% | 79.83% |
| 2019 | 21.00% | 79.00% |
| 2020 | 22.00% | 78.00% |
| 2021 | 23.58% | 76.42% |
Ministry assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared ministry assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, administrative assistant engineering and assistant operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Placement Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Administrative Assistant/Secretary/Receptionist | 4% | 96% |
| Ministry Assistant | 24% | 76% |
| Information Technology Assistant | 67% | 33% |
| Assistant Operator | 77% | 23% |
| Administrative Assistant Engineering | 78% | 22% |
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Ministry assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ministry assistants is White, which makes up 66.3% of all ministry assistants. Comparatively, 16.1% of ministry assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.2% of ministry assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 66.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.1%
- Black or African American, 9.2%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Ministry assistant race
| Ministry assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Ministry assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how ministry assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ministry assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.99% | 9.72% | 3.13% | 13.07% |
| 2011 | 71.80% | 9.99% | 3.02% | 13.05% |
| 2012 | 71.49% | 9.99% | 3.10% | 13.13% |
| 2013 | 71.54% | 9.61% | 3.30% | 13.31% |
| 2014 | 71.21% | 9.73% | 3.27% | 13.62% |
| 2015 | 70.67% | 9.73% | 3.28% | 14.09% |
| 2016 | 69.97% | 9.60% | 3.62% | 14.43% |
| 2017 | 70.04% | 9.34% | 3.38% | 14.83% |
| 2018 | 70.08% | 9.07% | 3.43% | 15.13% |
| 2019 | 70.55% | 8.78% | 3.48% | 14.92% |
| 2020 | 68.72% | 8.52% | 3.56% | 14.72% |
| 2021 | 66.27% | 9.21% | 3.82% | 16.10% |
Ministry assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian ministry assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White ministry assistants have the lowest average salary at $37,654.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,687 |
| White | $37,654 |
| Black or African American | $38,058 |
| Asian | $39,691 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,222 |
Average ministry assistant age
See how the average age of ministry assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Ministry assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 52 |
| Unknown | 36 | 49 |
| Asian | 43 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 45 |
| White | 45 | 54 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Ministry assistant age breakdown
The average age of ministry assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the ministry assistant population.
Ministry assistant age breakdown
| Ministry Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Ministry assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for ministry assistants is bachelor's degree, with 65% of ministry assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 16%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Ministry assistants by degree level
| Ministry assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 16% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Ministry assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ministry assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $41,007 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, ministry assistants earn a median annual income of $39,370 compared to $37,562 for ministry assistants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $41,007 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,063 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,370 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,562 |
Ministry assistant employment statistics
Most ministry assistants work for a education in the non profits industry.
Company size where ministry assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where ministry assistants work.
Ministry assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 14% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 42% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 9% |
| > 10,000 employees | 2% |
Ministry assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the ministry assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most ministry assistants prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Ministry assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 52% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 40% |
| Government | 6% |
Ministry assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for ministry assistants are non profits, education and professional.
Ministry assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 56% |
| Education | 24% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Ministry assistant turnover and employment statistics
Ministry assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ministry assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ministry assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ministry assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.58% |
| 2011 | 7.01% |
| 2012 | 5.80% |
| 2013 | 5.28% |
| 2014 | 4.11% |
| 2015 | 3.32% |
| 2016 | 2.98% |
| 2017 | 2.93% |
| 2018 | 2.79% |
| 2019 | 2.48% |
| 2020 | 3.48% |
| 2021 | 4.29% |
Average ministry assistant tenure
The average ministry assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,782 ministry assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Ministry assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Ministry assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ministry 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry Assistant | 5.70% | - |
| Medical Office Worker | 9.17% | 98,358 |
| Senior Agricultural Assistant | 10.06% | 20,345 |
| District Court Administrator | 14.76% | 58,617 |
Similar ministry assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Office Worker | 9.17% | 98,358 |
| Senior Agricultural Assistant | 10.06% | 20,345 |
| District Court Administrator | 14.76% | 58,617 |
Foreign languages spoken by ministry assistants
The most common foreign language among ministry assistants is Spanish at 62.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.6% and Indonesian is the third-most popular at 3.0%.
- Spanish, 62.1%
- French, 10.6%
- Indonesian, 3.0%
- Japanese, 3.0%
- Korean, 3.0%
- Other, 18.3%
Ministry assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 62.1% |
| French | 10.6% |
| Indonesian | 3.0% |
| Japanese | 3.0% |
| Korean | 3.0% |
| Other | 18.3% |
