Reviewer demographics and statistics in the US
Reviewer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates reviewer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our reviewer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about reviewers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 25,568 reviewers currently employed in the United States.
- 63.4% of all reviewers are women, while 36.6% are men.
- The average reviewer age is 41 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of reviewers is White (55.6%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.3%), Black or African American (13.4%) and Unknown (5.5%).
- In 2022, women earned 98% of what men earned.
- 9% of all reviewers are LGBT.
- Reviewers are 47% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Reviewer demographics by:
Reviewer gender statistics
63.4% of reviewers are women and 36.6% of reviewers are men.
- Female, 63.4%
- Male, 36.6%
Reviewer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 63.4% |
| Male | 36.6% |
Reviewer gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$50,494
Female income
$49,590
Reviewer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in reviewer positions over time. Currently, 63.4% of reviewers are female.
Reviewer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 35.00% | 65.00% |
| 2011 | 27.22% | 72.78% |
| 2012 | 28.19% | 71.81% |
| 2013 | 28.37% | 71.63% |
| 2014 | 30.66% | 69.34% |
| 2015 | 24.77% | 75.23% |
| 2016 | 26.28% | 73.72% |
| 2017 | 31.67% | 68.33% |
| 2018 | 31.68% | 68.32% |
| 2019 | 36.02% | 63.98% |
| 2020 | 32.81% | 67.19% |
| 2021 | 36.59% | 63.41% |
Reviewer related jobs gender ratio
We compared reviewers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, technical service advisor and courtesy associate have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Loan Secretary | 4% | 96% |
| Dental Receptionist | 5% | 95% |
| Receptionist Secretary | 6% | 94% |
| Reviewer | 37% | 63% |
| Lead Ramp Agent | 86% | 14% |
| Courtesy Associate | 88% | 12% |
| Technical Service Advisor | 89% | 11% |
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Reviewer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among reviewers is White, which makes up 55.6% of all reviewers. Comparatively, 19.3% of reviewers are Hispanic or Latino and 13.4% of reviewers are Black or African American.
- White, 55.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.3%
- Black or African American, 13.4%
- Unknown, 5.5%
- Asian, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Reviewer race
| Reviewer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.3% |
| Black or African American | 13.4% |
| Unknown | 5.5% |
| Asian | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Reviewer race and ethnicity over time
See how reviewer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Reviewer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.71% | 11.98% | 4.27% | 13.89% |
| 2011 | 64.54% | 13.30% | 5.06% | 13.89% |
| 2012 | 64.23% | 11.52% | 4.77% | 16.27% |
| 2013 | 63.20% | 12.59% | 5.39% | 14.72% |
| 2014 | 62.74% | 12.94% | 5.42% | 14.62% |
| 2015 | 61.69% | 13.63% | 5.47% | 15.66% |
| 2016 | 61.16% | 13.02% | 4.59% | 17.18% |
| 2017 | 60.58% | 14.35% | 5.90% | 16.51% |
| 2018 | 60.47% | 11.49% | 5.47% | 18.03% |
| 2019 | 56.91% | 15.27% | 5.03% | 19.79% |
| 2020 | 58.72% | 13.16% | 4.74% | 17.66% |
| 2021 | 55.61% | 13.42% | 5.25% | 19.26% |
Reviewer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino reviewers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american reviewers have the lowest average salary at $49,845.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,604 |
| White | $50,194 |
| Black or African American | $49,845 |
| Asian | $50,056 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $51,796 |
Average reviewer age
See how the average age of reviewers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Reviewer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 32 | 43 |
| Unknown | 39 | 36 |
| Asian | 35.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 32.5 | 36 |
| White | 37 | 45 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47.5 |
Reviewer age breakdown
The average age of reviewers is 40+ years years old, representing 50% of the reviewer population.
Reviewer age breakdown
| Reviewer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 50% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Reviewer educational attainment
The most common degree for reviewers is bachelor's degree, with 51% of reviewers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 51%
- Master's, 16%
- Associate, 13%
- Doctorate, 9%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Reviewers by degree level
| Reviewer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 51% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Doctorate | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Reviewer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, reviewers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $59,309 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, reviewers earn a median annual income of $52,568 compared to $47,651 for reviewers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,309 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,443 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,568 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,651 |
Reviewer employment statistics
Most reviewers work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where reviewers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where reviewers work.
Reviewer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Reviewer jobs by company type
Employees with the reviewer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most reviewers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Reviewer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 16% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 47% |
| Government | 15% |
Reviewer jobs by industry
The most common industries for reviewers are professional, education and government.
Reviewer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 13% |
| Government | 12% |
| Education | 12% |
| Health Care | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Insurance | 6% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Media | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Reviewer turnover and employment statistics
Reviewer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for reviewers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Reviewer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Reviewer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26.26% |
| 2011 | 32.76% |
| 2012 | 19.60% |
| 2013 | 14.65% |
| 2014 | 10.83% |
| 2015 | 7.01% |
| 2016 | 6.14% |
| 2017 | 5.51% |
| 2018 | 4.65% |
| 2019 | 5.43% |
| 2020 | 10.31% |
| 2021 | 18.11% |
Average reviewer tenure
The average reviewer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 11,207 reviewers resumes in Zippia's database.
Reviewer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Reviewer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of reviewers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant Selector | 6.73% | 4,356 |
| Warranty Clerk | 7.19% | 66,587 |
| Legal File Clerk | 8.60% | 71,132 |
| Reviewer | 8.94% | - |
| Credit Reference Clerk | 8.99% | 71,280 |
| Library Clerical Assistant | 11.16% | 2,437 |
| Civil Service Clerk | 15.31% | 75,409 |
Similar reviewer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant Selector | 6.73% | 4,356 |
| Warranty Clerk | 7.19% | 66,587 |
| Legal File Clerk | 8.60% | 71,132 |
| Credit Reference Clerk | 8.99% | 71,280 |
| Library Clerical Assistant | 11.16% | 2,437 |
| Civil Service Clerk | 15.31% | 75,409 |
Foreign languages spoken by reviewers
The most common foreign language among reviewers is Spanish at 46.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.6% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 6.0%.
- Spanish, 46.0%
- French, 13.6%
- Chinese, 6.0%
- German, 4.4%
- Portuguese, 3.8%
- Other, 26.2%
Reviewer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.0% |
| French | 13.6% |
| Chinese | 6.0% |
| German | 4.4% |
| Portuguese | 3.8% |
| Other | 26.2% |
