Statistical analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Statistical analyst gender statistics
43.9% of statistical analysts are women and 56.1% of statistical analysts are men.
- Male, 56.1%
- Female, 43.9%
Statistical analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.1% |
| Female | 43.9% |
Statistical analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$68,210
Female income
$65,877
Statistical analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in statistical analyst positions over time. Currently, 43.9% of statistical analysts are female.
Statistical analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.16% | 35.84% |
| 2011 | 61.85% | 38.15% |
| 2012 | 62.09% | 37.91% |
| 2013 | 58.75% | 41.25% |
| 2014 | 58.79% | 41.21% |
| 2015 | 60.88% | 39.12% |
| 2016 | 60.15% | 39.85% |
| 2017 | 60.12% | 39.88% |
| 2018 | 59.18% | 40.82% |
| 2019 | 57.85% | 42.15% |
| 2020 | 55.38% | 44.62% |
| 2021 | 56.10% | 43.90% |
Statistical analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared statistical analysts 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% |
| Statistical Analyst | 56% | 44% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Statistical analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among statistical analysts is White, which makes up 64.4% of all statistical analysts. Comparatively, 14.4% of statistical analysts are Asian and 11.3% of statistical analysts are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 64.4%
- Asian, 14.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.3%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- Black or African American, 4.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Statistical analyst race
| Statistical analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.4% |
| Asian | 14.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.3% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Statistical analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how statistical analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Statistical analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.38% | 4.96% | 12.16% | 7.78% |
| 2011 | 71.68% | 4.96% | 12.59% | 8.75% |
| 2012 | 71.74% | 5.16% | 11.88% | 8.97% |
| 2013 | 71.49% | 5.38% | 11.33% | 9.00% |
| 2014 | 71.82% | 4.81% | 12.50% | 8.44% |
| 2015 | 70.78% | 4.39% | 12.80% | 9.14% |
| 2016 | 69.00% | 5.56% | 13.02% | 10.04% |
| 2017 | 68.98% | 5.41% | 13.09% | 9.66% |
| 2018 | 68.29% | 5.07% | 13.10% | 10.24% |
| 2019 | 68.62% | 4.97% | 13.31% | 10.30% |
| 2020 | 66.71% | 4.42% | 13.39% | 11.17% |
| 2021 | 64.44% | 4.77% | 14.41% | 11.35% |
Statistical analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian statistical analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american statistical analysts have the lowest average salary at $64,393.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $66,975 |
| White | $68,890 |
| Black or African American | $64,393 |
| Asian | $73,447 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $67,665 |
Average statistical analyst age
See how the average age of statistical analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Statistical analyst 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 |
Statistical analyst age breakdown
The average age of statistical analysts is 30-40 years years old, representing 35% of the statistical analyst population.
Statistical analyst age breakdown
| Statistical Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 35% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Statistical analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for statistical analysts is bachelor's degree, with 63% of statistical analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 26% and master's degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 63%
- Master's, 26%
- Associate, 4%
- Doctorate, 4%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Statistical analysts by degree level
| Statistical analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 63% |
| Master's | 26% |
| Associate | 4% |
| Doctorate | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Statistical analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, statistical analysts with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $79,515 annually. With a Master's degree, statistical analysts earn a median annual income of $78,892 compared to $70,604 for statistical analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $78,892 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,604 |
| Doctorate Degree | $79,515 |
Statistical analyst employment statistics
Most statistical analysts work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where statistical analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where statistical analysts work.
Statistical analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
Statistical analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the statistical analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most statistical analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Statistical analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 12% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 7% |
Statistical analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for statistical analysts are technology, education and finance.
Statistical analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Education | 10% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Finance | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Insurance | 8% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Statistical analyst turnover and employment statistics
Statistical analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for statistical analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Statistical analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Statistical analyst 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 statistical analyst tenure
The average statistical analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,917 statistical analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Statistical analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Statistical analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of statistical analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimator | 4.41% | 14,570 |
| Senior Logistic Engineer | 8.65% | 982 |
| Union Representative | 8.93% | 674 |
| Statistical Analyst | 10.00% | - |
| Business Continuity Coordinator | 11.05% | 52,884 |
| Forensic Medical Examiner | 11.64% | 49,209 |
| Chief Fundraising Officer | 19.25% | 63,005 |
Similar statistical analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimator | 4.41% | 14,570 |
| Senior Logistic Engineer | 8.65% | 982 |
| Union Representative | 8.93% | 674 |
| Business Continuity Coordinator | 11.05% | 52,884 |
| Forensic Medical Examiner | 11.64% | 49,209 |
| Chief Fundraising Officer | 19.25% | 63,005 |
Foreign languages spoken by statistical analysts
The most common foreign language among statistical analysts is Spanish at 37.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 14.1% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 9.4%.
- Spanish, 37.5%
- French, 14.1%
- Mandarin, 9.4%
- Chinese, 8.6%
- Italian, 5.5%
- Other, 24.9%
Statistical analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 37.5% |
| French | 14.1% |
| Mandarin | 9.4% |
| Chinese | 8.6% |
| Italian | 5.5% |
| Other | 24.9% |
