Pathology assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Pathology assistant gender statistics
74.6% of pathology assistants are women and 25.4% of pathology assistants are men.
- Female, 74.6%
- Male, 25.4%
Pathology assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 74.6% |
| Male | 25.4% |
Pathology assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,502
Female income
$43,367
Pathology assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pathology assistant positions over time. Currently, 74.6% of pathology assistants are female.
Pathology assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.52% | 75.48% |
| 2011 | 22.85% | 77.15% |
| 2012 | 23.86% | 76.14% |
| 2013 | 22.73% | 77.27% |
| 2014 | 23.38% | 76.62% |
| 2015 | 23.62% | 76.38% |
| 2016 | 25.03% | 74.97% |
| 2017 | 24.19% | 75.81% |
| 2018 | 25.65% | 74.35% |
| 2019 | 27.16% | 72.84% |
| 2020 | 27.91% | 72.09% |
| 2021 | 25.43% | 74.57% |
Pathology assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared pathology assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Pathology Assistant | 25% | 75% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Pathology assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pathology assistants is White, which makes up 55.0% of all pathology assistants. Comparatively, 17.2% of pathology assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of pathology assistants are Asian.
- White, 55.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.2%
- Asian, 12.1%
- Black or African American, 9.7%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Pathology assistant race
| Pathology assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.2% |
| Asian | 12.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Pathology assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how pathology assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pathology assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.40% | 9.85% | 11.58% | 13.51% |
| 2011 | 62.49% | 9.85% | 11.63% | 12.75% |
| 2012 | 61.54% | 10.62% | 11.48% | 13.67% |
| 2013 | 61.96% | 10.07% | 11.52% | 13.89% |
| 2014 | 61.98% | 10.45% | 11.34% | 13.53% |
| 2015 | 59.99% | 11.86% | 11.51% | 13.64% |
| 2016 | 60.97% | 10.80% | 11.34% | 14.01% |
| 2017 | 60.26% | 10.47% | 11.56% | 15.00% |
| 2018 | 60.16% | 10.78% | 10.69% | 15.07% |
| 2019 | 57.95% | 10.90% | 12.88% | 15.43% |
| 2020 | 56.49% | 10.97% | 12.17% | 15.29% |
| 2021 | 55.01% | 9.74% | 12.10% | 17.23% |
Pathology assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian pathology assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american pathology assistants have the lowest average salary at $41,883.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,258 |
| White | $47,138 |
| Black or African American | $41,883 |
| Asian | $52,493 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,359 |
Average pathology assistant age
See how the average age of pathology assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Pathology assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Pathology assistant age breakdown
The average age of pathology assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the pathology assistant population.
Pathology assistant age breakdown
| Pathology Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Pathology assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for pathology assistants is bachelor's degree, with 55% of pathology assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 18% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 55%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 8%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 14%
Pathology assistants by degree level
| Pathology assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 55% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 14% |
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Pathology assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pathology assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $61,631 annually. With a Doctorate degree, pathology assistants earn a median annual income of $59,839 compared to $57,191 for pathology assistants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $61,631 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,405 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,191 |
| Doctorate Degree | $59,839 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,671 |
Pathology assistant employment statistics
Most pathology assistants work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where pathology assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pathology assistants work.
Pathology assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 6% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 38% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Pathology assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the pathology assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most pathology assistants prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Pathology assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 7% |
| Private | 78% |
| Government | 7% |
Pathology assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for pathology assistants are health care, education and government.
Pathology assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 77% |
| Education | 6% |
| Government | 4% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
Pathology assistant turnover and employment statistics
Pathology assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pathology assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pathology assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pathology assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average pathology assistant tenure
The average pathology assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 784 pathology assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Pathology assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Pathology assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pathology 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Compounding Technician | 5.02% | 59,500 |
| Hygienist | 6.89% | 13,991 |
| Pathology Assistant | 8.24% | - |
| Information Coordinator | 9.29% | 84,359 |
| Dispensing Optician | 12.53% | 4,434 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |
Similar pathology assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Compounding Technician | 5.02% | 59,500 |
| Hygienist | 6.89% | 13,991 |
| Information Coordinator | 9.29% | 84,359 |
| Dispensing Optician | 12.53% | 4,434 |
| Operating Room Technician | 12.80% | 96,065 |
| Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 21.93% | 56,975 |
Foreign languages spoken by pathology assistants
The most common foreign language among pathology assistants is Spanish at 57.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.9% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 5.3%.
- Spanish, 57.9%
- French, 7.9%
- Portuguese, 5.3%
- Amharic, 5.3%
- Tagalog, 5.3%
- Other, 18.3%
Pathology assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.9% |
| French | 7.9% |
| Portuguese | 5.3% |
| Amharic | 5.3% |
| Tagalog | 5.3% |
| Other | 18.3% |
