Reading tutor demographics and statistics in the US
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Reading tutor gender statistics
81.2% of reading tutors are women and 18.8% of reading tutors are men.
- Female, 81.2%
- Male, 18.8%
Reading tutor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 81.2% |
| Male | 18.8% |
Reading tutor gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,860
Female income
$31,277
Reading tutor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in reading tutor positions over time. Currently, 81.2% of reading tutors are female.
Reading tutor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18.96% | 81.04% |
| 2011 | 18.63% | 81.37% |
| 2012 | 20.25% | 79.75% |
| 2013 | 19.70% | 80.30% |
| 2014 | 19.78% | 80.22% |
| 2015 | 18.38% | 81.62% |
| 2016 | 19.87% | 80.13% |
| 2017 | 20.19% | 79.81% |
| 2018 | 19.68% | 80.32% |
| 2019 | 18.70% | 81.30% |
| 2020 | 18.45% | 81.55% |
| 2021 | 18.82% | 81.18% |
Reading tutor related jobs gender ratio
We compared reading tutors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar instructor and rescue instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education Instructor | 6% | 94% |
| Ballet Teacher | 7% | 93% |
| Horseback Riding Instructor | 12% | 88% |
| Reading Tutor | 19% | 81% |
| Guitar Teacher | 83% | 17% |
| Rescue Instructor | 85% | 15% |
| Guitar Instructor | 88% | 12% |
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Reading tutor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among reading tutors is White, which makes up 58.5% of all reading tutors. Comparatively, 16.4% of reading tutors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of reading tutors are Black or African American.
- White, 58.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.4%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Asian, 8.1%
- Unknown, 5.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Reading tutor race
| Reading tutor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.4% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Asian | 8.1% |
| Unknown | 5.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Reading tutor race and ethnicity over time
See how reading tutor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Reading tutor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.42% | 11.89% | 5.69% | 13.64% |
| 2011 | 64.46% | 12.04% | 6.04% | 14.20% |
| 2012 | 64.49% | 11.31% | 6.42% | 14.64% |
| 2013 | 63.83% | 11.08% | 6.33% | 15.08% |
| 2014 | 63.38% | 11.04% | 7.59% | 14.51% |
| 2015 | 64.44% | 10.49% | 7.11% | 14.32% |
| 2016 | 63.30% | 11.08% | 6.48% | 15.37% |
| 2017 | 62.85% | 10.71% | 7.24% | 15.50% |
| 2018 | 62.06% | 10.90% | 8.34% | 14.96% |
| 2019 | 63.32% | 10.07% | 7.61% | 15.51% |
| 2020 | 60.61% | 10.35% | 7.45% | 15.76% |
| 2021 | 58.53% | 10.65% | 8.08% | 16.35% |
Reading tutor wage gap by race
According to our data, white reading tutors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american reading tutors have the lowest average salary at $32,109.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,626 |
| White | $33,251 |
| Black or African American | $32,109 |
| Asian | $33,229 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,100 |
Average reading tutor age
See how the average age of reading tutors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Reading tutor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 43 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 41 |
| Asian | 35 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 35 |
| White | 43 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40 | 43 |
Reading tutor age breakdown
The average age of reading tutors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the reading tutor population.
Reading tutor age breakdown
| Reading Tutor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Reading tutor educational attainment
The most common degree for reading tutors is bachelor's degree, with 66% of reading tutors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 13% and master's degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 66%
- Master's, 13%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Reading tutors by degree level
| Reading tutor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 66% |
| Master's | 13% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Reading tutor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, reading tutors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $38,923 annually. With a Master's degree, reading tutors earn a median annual income of $36,325 compared to $33,336 for reading tutors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $36,325 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,652 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,336 |
| Doctorate Degree | $38,923 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $31,999 |
Reading tutor employment statistics
Most reading tutors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where reading tutors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where reading tutors work.
Reading tutor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 27% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Reading tutor jobs by company type
Employees with the reading tutor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most reading tutors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Reading tutor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 78% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 16% |
| Government | 4% |
Reading tutor jobs by industry
The most common industries for reading tutors are education, non profits and government.
Reading tutor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 71% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Government | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Reading tutor turnover and employment statistics
Reading tutor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for reading tutors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Reading tutor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Reading tutor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.57% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.21% |
| 2013 | 6.49% |
| 2014 | 6.03% |
| 2015 | 4.80% |
| 2016 | 4.35% |
| 2017 | 3.81% |
| 2018 | 3.89% |
| 2019 | 3.91% |
| 2020 | 6.57% |
| 2021 | 6.61% |
Average reading tutor tenure
The average reading tutor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,330 reading tutors resumes in Zippia's database.
Reading tutor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 47% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 7% |
| 5-7 years | 8% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Reading tutor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of reading tutors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Special Projects Assistant | 6.04% | 21,685 |
| First Aid Instructor | 9.70% | 50,978 |
| Reading Tutor | 10.63% | - |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Flight Instructor | 12.94% | 25,735 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Coordinator | 16.25% | 9,654 |
Similar reading tutor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Special Projects Assistant | 6.04% | 21,685 |
| First Aid Instructor | 9.70% | 50,978 |
| Reference Librarian | 10.75% | 1,058 |
| Flight Instructor | 12.94% | 25,735 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Coordinator | 16.25% | 9,654 |
Foreign languages spoken by reading tutors
The most common foreign language among reading tutors is Spanish at 56.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.1% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 4.4%.
- Spanish, 56.0%
- French, 12.1%
- Mandarin, 4.4%
- Chinese, 3.6%
- Italian, 3.3%
- Other, 20.6%
Reading tutor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 56.0% |
| French | 12.1% |
| Mandarin | 4.4% |
| Chinese | 3.6% |
| Italian | 3.3% |
| Other | 20.6% |
