Senior research consultant demographics and statistics in the US
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Senior research consultant gender statistics
45.6% of senior research consultants are women and 54.4% of senior research consultants are men.
- Male, 54.4%
- Female, 45.6%
Senior research consultant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 54.4% |
| Female | 45.6% |
Senior research consultant gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$96,806
Female income
$92,242
Senior research consultant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior research consultant positions over time. Currently, 45.6% of senior research consultants are female.
Senior research consultant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.57% | 37.43% |
| 2011 | 60.22% | 39.78% |
| 2012 | 60.46% | 39.54% |
| 2013 | 57.08% | 42.92% |
| 2014 | 57.12% | 42.88% |
| 2015 | 59.24% | 40.76% |
| 2016 | 58.50% | 41.50% |
| 2017 | 58.46% | 41.54% |
| 2018 | 57.52% | 42.48% |
| 2019 | 56.17% | 43.83% |
| 2020 | 53.68% | 46.32% |
| 2021 | 54.41% | 45.59% |
Senior research consultant related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior research consultants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Senior Research Consultant | 54% | 46% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Senior research consultant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior research consultants is White, which makes up 64.3% of all senior research consultants. Comparatively, 14.5% of senior research consultants are Asian and 11.4% of senior research consultants are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 64.3%
- Asian, 14.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.4%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- Black or African American, 4.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Senior research consultant race
| Senior research consultant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.3% |
| Asian | 14.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.4% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Senior research consultant race and ethnicity over time
See how senior research consultant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior research consultant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.22% | 4.98% | 12.25% | 7.83% |
| 2011 | 71.52% | 4.98% | 12.68% | 8.79% |
| 2012 | 71.58% | 5.18% | 11.97% | 9.02% |
| 2013 | 71.33% | 5.40% | 11.42% | 9.04% |
| 2014 | 71.66% | 4.83% | 12.59% | 8.49% |
| 2015 | 70.62% | 4.41% | 12.89% | 9.19% |
| 2016 | 68.84% | 5.58% | 13.11% | 10.09% |
| 2017 | 68.82% | 5.43% | 13.18% | 9.70% |
| 2018 | 68.12% | 5.09% | 13.19% | 10.29% |
| 2019 | 68.46% | 4.99% | 13.40% | 10.35% |
| 2020 | 66.55% | 4.44% | 13.48% | 11.21% |
| 2021 | 64.28% | 4.79% | 14.50% | 11.40% |
Senior research consultant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian senior research consultants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american senior research consultants have the lowest average salary at $89,372.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $94,382 |
| White | $98,147 |
| Black or African American | $89,372 |
| Asian | $107,267 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $95,735 |
Average senior research consultant age
See how the average age of senior research consultants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Senior research consultant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34 | 29.5 |
| White | 37 | 34 |
| Black or African American | 33.5 | 31 |
| Asian | 35 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 33 |
Senior research consultant age breakdown
The average age of senior research consultants is 30-40 years years old, representing 35% of the senior research consultant population.
Senior research consultant age breakdown
| Senior Research Consultant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 35% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Senior research consultant educational attainment
The most common degree for senior research consultants is bachelor's degree, with 57% of senior research consultants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 30% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 57%
- Master's, 30%
- Doctorate, 8%
- Associate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Senior research consultants by degree level
| Senior research consultant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 57% |
| Master's | 30% |
| Doctorate | 8% |
| Associate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Senior research consultant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior research consultants with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $119,757 annually. With a Master's degree, senior research consultants earn a median annual income of $118,456 compared to $101,550 for senior research consultants with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $118,456 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $101,550 |
| Doctorate Degree | $119,757 |
Senior research consultant employment statistics
Most senior research consultants work for a private in the professional industry.
Company size where senior research consultants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior research consultants work.
Senior research consultant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 36% |
Senior research consultant jobs by company type
Employees with the senior research consultant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior research consultants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Senior research consultant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 37% |
| Private | 53% |
| Government | 4% |
Senior research consultant jobs by industry
The most common industries for senior research consultants are professional, technology and finance.
Senior research consultant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Technology | 13% |
| Finance | 10% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Media | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Senior research consultant turnover and employment statistics
Senior research consultant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior research consultants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior research consultant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior research consultant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.74% |
| 2011 | 5.95% |
| 2012 | 6.43% |
| 2013 | 4.82% |
| 2014 | 4.69% |
| 2015 | 3.53% |
| 2016 | 4.06% |
| 2017 | 3.47% |
| 2018 | 3.02% |
| 2019 | 3.21% |
| 2020 | 5.42% |
| 2021 | 5.17% |
Average senior research consultant tenure
The average senior research consultant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 295 senior research consultants resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior research consultant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Senior research consultant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior research consultants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Acquisitions Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 23,110 |
| Source Recruiter | 8.93% | 32,388 |
| Senior Research Consultant | 10.00% | - |
| Commercial Energy Rater | 11.05% | 29,270 |
| Bsa/Aml Compliance Officer | 11.64% | 69,507 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Similar senior research consultant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Acquisitions Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 23,110 |
| Source Recruiter | 8.93% | 32,388 |
| Commercial Energy Rater | 11.05% | 29,270 |
| Bsa/Aml Compliance Officer | 11.64% | 69,507 |
| Executive Director Of Development, Gift Planning | 19.25% | 125,352 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior research consultants
The most common foreign language among senior research consultants is Spanish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 20.0% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Spanish, 33.3%
- German, 20.0%
- Chinese, 20.0%
- French, 20.0%
- Mandarin, 6.7%
Senior research consultant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| German | 20.0% |
| Chinese | 20.0% |
| French | 20.0% |
| Mandarin | 6.7% |
