Pitching coach demographics and statistics in the US
Pitching coach demographics research summary. Zippia estimates pitching coach demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our pitching coach estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about pitching coaches after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 15,194 pitching coaches currently employed in the United States.
- 28.1% of all pitching coaches are women, while 71.9% are men.
- The average pitching coach age is 35 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of pitching coaches is White (66.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (13.4%), Black or African American (9.0%) and Unknown (5.6%).
- In 2022, women earned 98% of what men earned.
- 8% of all pitching coaches are LGBT.
- Pitching coaches are 77% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Pitching coach demographics by:
Pitching coach gender statistics
28.1% of pitching coaches are women and 71.9% of pitching coaches are men.
- Male, 71.9%
- Female, 28.1%
Pitching coach gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.9% |
| Female | 28.1% |
Pitching coach gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$43,830
Female income
$42,918
Pitching coach gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pitching coach positions over time. Currently, 28.1% of pitching coaches are female.
Pitching coach gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.51% | 20.49% |
| 2011 | 77.71% | 22.29% |
| 2012 | 79.01% | 20.99% |
| 2013 | 76.82% | 23.18% |
| 2014 | 76.94% | 23.06% |
| 2015 | 77.36% | 22.64% |
| 2016 | 75.45% | 24.55% |
| 2017 | 76.00% | 24.00% |
| 2018 | 71.74% | 28.26% |
| 2019 | 69.59% | 30.41% |
| 2020 | 69.85% | 30.15% |
| 2021 | 71.85% | 28.15% |
Pitching coach related jobs gender ratio
We compared pitching coaches with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Pitching Coach | 72% | 28% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Pitching coach demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pitching coaches is White, which makes up 66.3% of all pitching coaches. Comparatively, 13.4% of pitching coaches are Hispanic or Latino and 9.0% of pitching coaches are Black or African American.
- White, 66.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.4%
- Black or African American, 9.0%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- Asian, 5.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Pitching coach race
| Pitching coach race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.0% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Pitching coach race and ethnicity over time
See how pitching coach racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pitching coach race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.51% | 9.08% | 4.45% | 10.35% |
| 2011 | 72.49% | 9.60% | 4.57% | 10.29% |
| 2012 | 72.92% | 8.01% | 5.19% | 10.49% |
| 2013 | 70.28% | 8.96% | 4.62% | 12.10% |
| 2014 | 71.26% | 9.36% | 4.38% | 11.67% |
| 2015 | 72.13% | 8.24% | 4.75% | 12.10% |
| 2016 | 68.74% | 10.03% | 5.25% | 12.28% |
| 2017 | 69.88% | 9.29% | 4.62% | 12.06% |
| 2018 | 69.08% | 8.84% | 5.79% | 12.31% |
| 2019 | 67.14% | 9.48% | 6.00% | 13.90% |
| 2020 | 64.16% | 10.23% | 6.08% | 13.97% |
| 2021 | 66.31% | 8.98% | 5.47% | 13.37% |
Pitching coach wage gap by race
According to our data, asian pitching coaches have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White pitching coaches have the lowest average salary at $43,191.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,096 |
| White | $43,191 |
| Black or African American | $43,623 |
| Asian | $44,848 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,410 |
Average pitching coach age
See how the average age of pitching coaches varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Pitching coach age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 34 | 34.5 |
| Black or African American | 34 | 37 |
| Asian | 31 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 30 |
Pitching coach age breakdown
The average age of pitching coaches is 40+ years years old, representing 33% of the pitching coach population.
Pitching coach age breakdown
| Pitching Coach Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 33% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Pitching coach educational attainment
The most common degree for pitching coaches is bachelor's degree, with 72% of pitching coaches earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 11% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- Associate, 11%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Pitching coaches by degree level
| Pitching coach degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| Associate | 11% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Pitching coach wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pitching coaches with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $48,742 annually. With a Master's degree, pitching coaches earn a median annual income of $48,472 compared to $43,284 for pitching coaches with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,472 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,297 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,742 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,284 |
Pitching coach employment statistics
Most pitching coaches work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where pitching coaches work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pitching coaches work.
Pitching coach jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 20% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Pitching coach jobs by company type
Employees with the pitching coach job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most pitching coaches prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Pitching coach jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 77% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 18% |
| Government | 3% |
Pitching coach jobs by industry
The most common industries for pitching coaches are education, hospitality and retail.
Pitching coach industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 73% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Pitching coach turnover and employment statistics
Pitching coach unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pitching coaches between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pitching coach unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pitching coach unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.64% |
| 2011 | 10.09% |
| 2012 | 9.54% |
| 2013 | 7.83% |
| 2014 | 6.50% |
| 2015 | 6.51% |
| 2016 | 6.01% |
| 2017 | 6.48% |
| 2018 | 4.49% |
| 2019 | 3.86% |
| 2020 | 8.79% |
| 2021 | 6.62% |
Average pitching coach tenure
The average pitching coach stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 877 pitching coaches resumes in Zippia's database.
Pitching coach tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Pitching coach LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pitching coaches 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Horse Identifier | 5.42% | 23 |
| Stock Car Driver | 6.54% | 29,251 |
| Pitching Coach | 7.62% | - |
| Flutist | 8.54% | 86 |
| Acrobat | 13.74% | 75 |
| Program Director/Music Director | 14.31% | 68,048 |
| Band Director | 30.45% | 5,378 |
Similar pitching coach jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Horse Identifier | 5.42% | 23 |
| Stock Car Driver | 6.54% | 29,251 |
| Flutist | 8.54% | 86 |
| Acrobat | 13.74% | 75 |
| Program Director/Music Director | 14.31% | 68,048 |
| Band Director | 30.45% | 5,378 |
Foreign languages spoken by pitching coaches
The most common foreign language among pitching coaches is Spanish at 46.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 13.3% and French is the third-most popular at 13.3%.
- Spanish, 46.7%
- German, 13.3%
- French, 13.3%
- Greek, 6.7%
- Russian, 6.7%
- Other, 13.3%
Pitching coach languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.7% |
| German | 13.3% |
| French | 13.3% |
| Greek | 6.7% |
| Russian | 6.7% |
| Other | 13.3% |
