Reading assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Reading assistant gender statistics
79.1% of reading assistants are women and 20.9% of reading assistants are men.
- Female, 79.1%
- Male, 20.9%
Reading assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 79.1% |
| Male | 20.9% |
Reading assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 85¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,978
Female income
$29,725
Reading assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in reading assistant positions over time. Currently, 79.1% of reading assistants are female.
Reading assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.02% | 89.98% |
| 2011 | 11.21% | 88.79% |
| 2012 | 11.08% | 88.92% |
| 2013 | 12.16% | 87.84% |
| 2014 | 14.03% | 85.97% |
| 2015 | 14.28% | 85.72% |
| 2016 | 15.47% | 84.53% |
| 2017 | 13.43% | 86.57% |
| 2018 | 19.42% | 80.58% |
| 2019 | 20.51% | 79.49% |
| 2020 | 20.55% | 79.45% |
| 2021 | 20.93% | 79.07% |
Reading assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared reading assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, agriculture consultant and torque tester have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Toddler Teacher | 4% | 96% |
| Infant Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Kindergarten Aide | 6% | 94% |
| Reading Assistant | 21% | 79% |
| Certified Performance Technologist | 79% | 21% |
| Torque Tester | 84% | 16% |
| Agriculture Consultant | 84% | 16% |
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Reading assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among reading assistants is White, which makes up 58.6% of all reading assistants. Comparatively, 17.1% of reading assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of reading assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 58.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.1%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 8.4%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Reading assistant race
| Reading assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.1% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 8.4% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Reading assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how reading assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Reading assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.11% | 11.01% | 5.17% | 14.60% |
| 2011 | 64.51% | 12.27% | 5.18% | 14.53% |
| 2012 | 64.49% | 11.68% | 5.20% | 15.22% |
| 2013 | 66.28% | 11.35% | 5.23% | 13.75% |
| 2014 | 64.29% | 11.52% | 5.72% | 14.95% |
| 2015 | 64.09% | 11.23% | 5.75% | 15.61% |
| 2016 | 63.57% | 10.77% | 5.81% | 15.78% |
| 2017 | 63.56% | 10.70% | 6.19% | 15.93% |
| 2018 | 61.82% | 10.28% | 8.07% | 16.23% |
| 2019 | 62.50% | 9.44% | 8.16% | 16.16% |
| 2020 | 59.84% | 9.70% | 8.56% | 16.48% |
| 2021 | 58.59% | 9.95% | 8.45% | 17.12% |
Reading assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian reading assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White reading assistants have the lowest average salary at $32,173.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,852 |
| White | $32,173 |
| Black or African American | $36,445 |
| Asian | $37,683 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,006 |
Average reading assistant age
See how the average age of reading assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Reading assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39.5 | 46 |
| Unknown | 31 | 44 |
| Asian | 30 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33 | 40 |
| White | 34 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 31.5 | 42 |
Reading assistant age breakdown
The average age of reading assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the reading assistant population.
Reading assistant age breakdown
| Reading Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Reading assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for reading assistants is bachelor's degree, with 60% of reading assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 17% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Associate, 17%
- Master's, 9%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Reading assistants by degree level
| Reading assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Master's | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Reading assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, reading assistants with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $39,671 annually. With a Master's degree, reading assistants earn a median annual income of $37,838 compared to $31,794 for reading assistants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $37,838 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,147 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,794 |
| Doctorate Degree | $39,671 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,952 |
Reading assistant employment statistics
Most reading assistants work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where reading assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where reading assistants work.
Reading assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 27% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 6% |
Reading assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the reading assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most reading assistants prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Reading assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 56% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 28% |
| Government | 11% |
Reading assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for reading assistants are education, health care and government.
Reading assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 50% |
| Health Care | 11% |
| Government | 9% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Reading assistant turnover and employment statistics
Reading assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for reading assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Reading assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Reading assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.72% |
| 2011 | 6.98% |
| 2012 | 6.55% |
| 2013 | 5.97% |
| 2014 | 5.07% |
| 2015 | 4.04% |
| 2016 | 3.88% |
| 2017 | 3.84% |
| 2018 | 3.51% |
| 2019 | 3.20% |
| 2020 | 5.05% |
| 2021 | 5.11% |
Average reading assistant tenure
The average reading assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,027 reading assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Reading assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 36% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Reading assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of reading 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Assistant | 6.14% | - |
| Long Term Substitute Teacher | 9.52% | 69,133 |
| Audio Visual Secretary | 10.75% | 10,607 |
| Reading Specialist | 11.12% | 2,386 |
| Faculty | 12.94% | 21,142 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Marine Extension Agent | 16.25% | 36,902 |
Similar reading assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Long Term Substitute Teacher | 9.52% | 69,133 |
| Audio Visual Secretary | 10.75% | 10,607 |
| Reading Specialist | 11.12% | 2,386 |
| Faculty | 12.94% | 21,142 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Marine Extension Agent | 16.25% | 36,902 |
Foreign languages spoken by reading assistants
The most common foreign language among reading assistants is Spanish at 55.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 55.6%
- French, 11.1%
- Portuguese, 5.6%
- Chinese, 5.6%
- German, 3.7%
- Other, 18.4%
Reading assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 55.6% |
| French | 11.1% |
| Portuguese | 5.6% |
| Chinese | 5.6% |
| German | 3.7% |
| Other | 18.4% |
