Stock analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Stock analyst gender statistics
26.4% of stock analysts are women and 73.6% of stock analysts are men.
- Male, 73.6%
- Female, 26.4%
Stock analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.6% |
| Female | 26.4% |
Stock analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$78,061
Female income
$72,315
Stock analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in stock analyst positions over time. Currently, 26.4% of stock analysts are female.
Stock analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 81.89% | 18.11% |
| 2011 | 78.63% | 21.37% |
| 2012 | 83.89% | 16.11% |
| 2013 | 82.87% | 17.13% |
| 2014 | 76.99% | 23.01% |
| 2015 | 76.05% | 23.95% |
| 2016 | 76.43% | 23.57% |
| 2017 | 77.55% | 22.45% |
| 2018 | 76.72% | 23.28% |
| 2019 | 72.73% | 27.27% |
| 2020 | 75.63% | 24.37% |
| 2021 | 73.56% | 26.44% |
Stock analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared stock analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, renewable energy system finance specialist and chartered finance analyst have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Officer | 15% | 85% |
| Customs Verifier | 20% | 80% |
| Credit Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Stock Analyst | 74% | 26% |
| Head Analyst | 86% | 14% |
| Chartered Finance Analyst | 90% | 10% |
| Renewable Energy System Finance Specialist | 92% | 8% |
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Stock analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among stock analysts is White, which makes up 68.0% of all stock analysts. Comparatively, 14.1% of stock analysts are Asian and 7.7% of stock analysts are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 68.0%
- Asian, 14.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.7%
- Black or African American, 5.6%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Stock analyst race
| Stock analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.0% |
| Asian | 14.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.6% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Stock analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how stock analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Stock analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.44% | 4.81% | 12.62% | 6.10% |
| 2011 | 74.93% | 4.46% | 14.14% | 5.35% |
| 2012 | 76.93% | 3.30% | 13.04% | 5.16% |
| 2013 | 75.59% | 6.21% | 11.23% | 5.29% |
| 2014 | 71.12% | 6.21% | 14.96% | 5.98% |
| 2015 | 70.30% | 6.22% | 15.11% | 6.75% |
| 2016 | 71.49% | 6.15% | 13.89% | 6.23% |
| 2017 | 70.08% | 5.44% | 15.15% | 7.12% |
| 2018 | 70.38% | 6.31% | 12.91% | 8.11% |
| 2019 | 69.42% | 6.96% | 13.11% | 8.22% |
| 2020 | 67.46% | 5.46% | 13.09% | 9.10% |
| 2021 | 68.00% | 5.64% | 14.09% | 7.67% |
Stock analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian stock analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american stock analysts have the lowest average salary at $71,309.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $76,376 |
| White | $79,778 |
| Black or African American | $71,309 |
| Asian | $87,226 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $76,480 |
Average stock analyst age
See how the average age of stock analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Stock analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 | 38 |
| White | 35 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 42 |
| Asian | 35 | 39 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 40.5 |
Stock analyst age breakdown
The average age of stock analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 45% of the stock analyst population.
Stock analyst age breakdown
| Stock Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 45% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Stock analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for stock analysts is bachelor's degree, with 79% of stock analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 9% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 79%
- Master's, 9%
- Associate, 6%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Stock analysts by degree level
| Stock analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 79% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Associate | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Stock analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, stock analysts with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $110,045 annually. With a Master's degree, stock analysts earn a median annual income of $93,213 compared to $80,223 for stock analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $93,213 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $80,223 |
| Doctorate Degree | $110,045 |
Stock analyst employment statistics
Most stock analysts work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where stock analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where stock analysts work.
Stock analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 10% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 37% |
Stock analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the stock analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most stock analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Stock analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 38% |
| Private | 48% |
| Government | 2% |
Stock analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for stock analysts are finance, education and retail.
Stock analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 22% |
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Education | 10% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Stock analyst turnover and employment statistics
Stock analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for stock analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Stock analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Stock analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.52% |
| 2011 | 4.06% |
| 2012 | 2.88% |
| 2013 | 2.84% |
| 2014 | 3.15% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.27% |
| 2017 | 2.86% |
| 2018 | 2.13% |
| 2019 | 2.16% |
| 2020 | 2.79% |
| 2021 | 2.49% |
Average stock analyst tenure
The average stock analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 300 stock analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Stock analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Stock analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of stock 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Specialist | 4.38% | 97,216 |
| Stock Analyst | 7.33% | - |
| Inventory Specialist/Auditor | 7.40% | 36,606 |
| Licensed Tax Consultant | 7.56% | 41,830 |
| Revenue Agent | 7.65% | 36,984 |
| Budget Engineer | 12.94% | 963 |
| Community Reinvestment ACT Officer | 19.38% | 66,311 |
Similar stock analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Finance Specialist | 4.38% | 97,216 |
| Inventory Specialist/Auditor | 7.40% | 36,606 |
| Licensed Tax Consultant | 7.56% | 41,830 |
| Revenue Agent | 7.65% | 36,984 |
| Budget Engineer | 12.94% | 963 |
| Community Reinvestment ACT Officer | 19.38% | 66,311 |
Foreign languages spoken by stock analysts
The most common foreign language among stock analysts is Chinese at 19.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 19.2% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 19.2%.
- Chinese, 19.2%
- Spanish, 19.2%
- Mandarin, 19.2%
- German, 7.7%
- Turkish, 3.8%
- Other, 30.9%
Stock analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 19.2% |
| Spanish | 19.2% |
| Mandarin | 19.2% |
| German | 7.7% |
| Turkish | 3.8% |
| Other | 30.9% |