Mortgage loan counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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Mortgage loan counselor demographics by:
Mortgage loan counselor gender statistics
60.4% of mortgage loan counselors are women and 39.6% of mortgage loan counselors are men.
- Female, 60.4%
- Male, 39.6%
Mortgage loan counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 60.4% |
| Male | 39.6% |
Mortgage loan counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,736
Female income
$44,092
Mortgage loan counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mortgage loan counselor positions over time. Currently, 60.4% of mortgage loan counselors are female.
Mortgage loan counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 40.45% | 59.55% |
| 2011 | 38.21% | 61.79% |
| 2012 | 38.60% | 61.40% |
| 2013 | 39.59% | 60.41% |
| 2014 | 39.82% | 60.18% |
| 2015 | 37.36% | 62.64% |
| 2016 | 41.76% | 58.24% |
| 2017 | 39.77% | 60.23% |
| 2018 | 40.58% | 59.42% |
| 2019 | 38.54% | 61.46% |
| 2020 | 40.92% | 59.08% |
| 2021 | 39.62% | 60.38% |
Mortgage loan counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared mortgage loan counselors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, renewable energy system finance specialist and chartered finance analyst have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Officer | 15% | 85% |
| Customs Verifier | 20% | 80% |
| Credit Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Mortgage Loan Counselor | 40% | 60% |
| Head Analyst | 86% | 14% |
| Chartered Finance Analyst | 90% | 10% |
| Renewable Energy System Finance Specialist | 92% | 8% |
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Mortgage loan counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mortgage loan counselors is White, which makes up 63.2% of all mortgage loan counselors. Comparatively, 16.1% of mortgage loan counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.2% of mortgage loan counselors are Black or African American.
- White, 63.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.1%
- Black or African American, 9.2%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Mortgage loan counselor race
| Mortgage loan counselor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Mortgage loan counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how mortgage loan counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mortgage loan counselor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.27% | 9.80% | 5.37% | 13.81% |
| 2011 | 68.68% | 10.10% | 5.46% | 13.91% |
| 2012 | 68.20% | 9.67% | 6.62% | 13.31% |
| 2013 | 68.02% | 9.45% | 6.67% | 13.45% |
| 2014 | 67.25% | 9.28% | 6.27% | 14.78% |
| 2015 | 68.92% | 8.64% | 6.30% | 13.68% |
| 2016 | 68.96% | 9.71% | 6.17% | 13.50% |
| 2017 | 69.48% | 8.93% | 5.90% | 13.52% |
| 2018 | 68.48% | 8.33% | 6.36% | 14.76% |
| 2019 | 67.50% | 8.43% | 6.77% | 15.01% |
| 2020 | 66.21% | 8.98% | 6.02% | 14.73% |
| 2021 | 63.16% | 9.25% | 6.41% | 16.06% |
Mortgage loan counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mortgage loan counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mortgage loan counselors have the lowest average salary at $45,686.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $48,267 |
| White | $48,462 |
| Black or African American | $45,686 |
| Asian | $49,565 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,797 |
Average mortgage loan counselor age
See how the average age of mortgage loan counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mortgage loan counselor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 43 | 41 |
| White | 44 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 42.5 | 42 |
| Asian | 42 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40.5 | 41 |
Mortgage loan counselor age breakdown
The average age of mortgage loan counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the mortgage loan counselor population.
Mortgage loan counselor age breakdown
| Mortgage Loan Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 10% |
Mortgage loan counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for mortgage loan counselors is bachelor's degree, with 54% of mortgage loan counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 54%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Mortgage loan counselors by degree level
| Mortgage loan counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 54% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Mortgage loan counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mortgage loan counselors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $51,618 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, mortgage loan counselors earn a median annual income of $48,939 compared to $45,412 for mortgage loan counselors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $51,618 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,184 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,939 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,412 |
Mortgage loan counselor employment statistics
Company size where mortgage loan counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mortgage loan counselors work.
Mortgage loan counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Mortgage loan counselor jobs by industry
The most common industries for mortgage loan counselors are finance, real estate and professional.
Mortgage loan counselor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 62% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Real Estate | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Mortgage loan counselor turnover and employment statistics
Mortgage loan counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mortgage loan counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mortgage loan counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mortgage loan counselor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.62% |
| 2011 | 6.08% |
| 2012 | 4.66% |
| 2013 | 3.31% |
| 2014 | 4.27% |
| 2015 | 2.27% |
| 2016 | 2.06% |
| 2017 | 1.56% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.92% |
| 2020 | 1.62% |
| 2021 | 2.33% |
Average mortgage loan counselor tenure
The average mortgage loan counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 349 mortgage loan counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
Mortgage loan counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 44% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Mortgage loan counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mortgage loan counselors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Head Analyst | 7.33% | 57,860 |
| Insurance Auditor | 7.40% | 54,042 |
| Tax Preparation Assistant | 7.56% | 26,792 |
| Internal Revenue Agent | 7.65% | 35,750 |
| Mortgage Loan Counselor | 7.87% | - |
| Budget Examiner | 12.94% | 2,896 |
| Bank Examiner | 19.38% | 5,079 |
Similar mortgage loan counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Head Analyst | 7.33% | 57,860 |
| Insurance Auditor | 7.40% | 54,042 |
| Tax Preparation Assistant | 7.56% | 26,792 |
| Internal Revenue Agent | 7.65% | 35,750 |
| Budget Examiner | 12.94% | 2,896 |
| Bank Examiner | 19.38% | 5,079 |
Foreign languages spoken by mortgage loan counselors
The most common foreign language among mortgage loan counselors is Spanish at 60.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 13.3% and French is the third-most popular at 13.3%.
- Spanish, 60.0%
- German, 13.3%
- French, 13.3%
- Persian, 6.7%
- Italian, 6.7%
Mortgage loan counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.0% |
| German | 13.3% |
| French | 13.3% |
| Persian | 6.7% |
| Italian | 6.7% |
