Senior editor demographics and statistics in the US
Senior editor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates senior editor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our senior editor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about senior editors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 38,662 senior editors currently employed in the United States.
- 48.3% of all senior editors are women, while 51.7% are men.
- The average senior editor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of senior editors is White (76.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (8.1%), Asian (7.2%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- Senior editors are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The finance industry is the highest-paying for senior editors.
- San Francisco, CA pays an annual average wage of $111,023, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women senior editors earned 101% of what men earned.
- 12% of all senior editors are LGBT.
- New York is the best state for senior editors to live.
- Senior editors are 65% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Senior editor demographics by:
Senior editor gender statistics
48.3% of senior editors are women and 51.7% of senior editors are men.
- Male, 51.7%
- Female, 48.3%
Senior editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 51.7% |
| Female | 48.3% |
Senior editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$88,784
Female income
$89,437
Senior editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior editor positions over time. Currently, 48.3% of senior editors are female.
Senior editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.04% | 44.96% |
| 2011 | 56.04% | 43.96% |
| 2012 | 58.27% | 41.73% |
| 2013 | 58.26% | 41.74% |
| 2014 | 57.08% | 42.92% |
| 2015 | 55.58% | 44.42% |
| 2016 | 56.83% | 43.17% |
| 2017 | 56.32% | 43.68% |
| 2018 | 52.54% | 47.46% |
| 2019 | 55.92% | 44.08% |
| 2020 | 53.49% | 46.51% |
| 2021 | 51.72% | 48.28% |
Senior editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Senior Editor | 52% | 48% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Senior editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior editors is White, which makes up 76.2% of all senior editors. Comparatively, 8.1% of senior editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.2% of senior editors are Asian.
- White, 76.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.1%
- Asian, 7.2%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Senior editor race
| Senior editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.1% |
| Asian | 7.2% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Senior editor race and ethnicity over time
See how senior editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.32% | 3.94% | 6.54% | 7.84% |
| 2011 | 81.49% | 3.95% | 5.37% | 7.63% |
| 2012 | 81.00% | 4.10% | 5.65% | 7.33% |
| 2013 | 78.17% | 4.88% | 6.54% | 7.38% |
| 2014 | 79.18% | 4.03% | 6.75% | 7.62% |
| 2015 | 77.83% | 4.47% | 6.74% | 8.36% |
| 2016 | 77.89% | 4.49% | 6.57% | 8.50% |
| 2017 | 77.90% | 4.60% | 6.64% | 7.83% |
| 2018 | 77.95% | 4.00% | 7.19% | 8.01% |
| 2019 | 77.16% | 3.87% | 7.59% | 9.09% |
| 2020 | 75.26% | 3.72% | 6.94% | 8.81% |
| 2021 | 76.21% | 3.58% | 7.24% | 8.11% |
Senior editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian senior editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american senior editors have the lowest average salary at $86,569.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $88,720 |
| White | $87,232 |
| Black or African American | $86,569 |
| Asian | $91,086 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $90,400 |
Average senior editor age
See how the average age of senior editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Senior editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Senior editor age breakdown
The average age of senior editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the senior editor population.
Senior editor age breakdown
| Senior Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Senior editor educational attainment
The most common degree for senior editors is bachelor's degree, with 79% of senior editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 13% and master's degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 79%
- Master's, 13%
- Associate, 4%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Senior editors by degree level
| Senior editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 79% |
| Master's | 13% |
| Associate | 4% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Senior editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $99,813 annually. With a Master's degree, senior editors earn a median annual income of $95,911 compared to $90,808 for senior editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $95,911 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $90,808 |
| Doctorate Degree | $99,813 |
Senior editor employment statistics
Most senior editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where senior editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior editors work.
Senior editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Senior editor jobs by company type
Employees with the senior editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior editors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Senior editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 23% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 1% |
Senior editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for senior editors are media, professional and education.
Senior editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 35% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Senior editor turnover and employment statistics
Senior editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average senior editor tenure
The average senior editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 6,715 senior editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Senior editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior editors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Critic | 10.10% | 16 |
| Broadcast Meteorologist | 10.34% | 4,767 |
| Associate Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 37,753 |
| Senior Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Interpreter | 14.90% | 3,772 |
| Children's Author | 16.36% | 8,597 |
| Mobile Disc Jockey | 16.36% | 5,576 |
Similar senior editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Critic | 10.10% | 16 |
| Broadcast Meteorologist | 10.34% | 4,767 |
| Associate Relations Specialist | 12.01% | 37,753 |
| Interpreter | 14.90% | 3,772 |
| Children's Author | 16.36% | 8,597 |
| Mobile Disc Jockey | 16.36% | 5,576 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior editors
The most common foreign language among senior editors is Spanish at 39.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 16.8% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 6.5%.
- Spanish, 39.6%
- French, 16.8%
- Chinese, 6.5%
- German, 6.3%
- Mandarin, 5.8%
- Other, 25.0%
Senior editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 39.6% |
| French | 16.8% |
| Chinese | 6.5% |
| German | 6.3% |
| Mandarin | 5.8% |
| Other | 25.0% |
