Strategic analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Strategic analyst gender statistics
43.7% of strategic analysts are women and 56.3% of strategic analysts are men.
- Male, 56.3%
- Female, 43.7%
Strategic analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.3% |
| Female | 43.7% |
Strategic analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$78,030
Female income
$75,094
Strategic analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in strategic analyst positions over time. Currently, 43.7% of strategic analysts are female.
Strategic analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.38% | 35.62% |
| 2011 | 62.08% | 37.92% |
| 2012 | 62.31% | 37.69% |
| 2013 | 58.98% | 41.02% |
| 2014 | 59.02% | 40.98% |
| 2015 | 61.11% | 38.89% |
| 2016 | 60.38% | 39.62% |
| 2017 | 60.34% | 39.66% |
| 2018 | 59.41% | 40.59% |
| 2019 | 58.08% | 41.92% |
| 2020 | 55.61% | 44.39% |
| 2021 | 56.33% | 43.67% |
Strategic analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared strategic 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% |
| Strategic Analyst | 56% | 44% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Strategic analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among strategic analysts is White, which makes up 64.7% of all strategic analysts. Comparatively, 14.3% of strategic analysts are Asian and 11.3% of strategic analysts are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 64.7%
- Asian, 14.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.3%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- Black or African American, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Strategic analyst race
| Strategic analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.7% |
| Asian | 14.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.3% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Strategic analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how strategic analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Strategic analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.66% | 4.93% | 12.01% | 7.70% |
| 2011 | 71.96% | 4.93% | 12.44% | 8.66% |
| 2012 | 72.02% | 5.13% | 11.72% | 8.89% |
| 2013 | 71.77% | 5.35% | 11.18% | 8.91% |
| 2014 | 72.10% | 4.77% | 12.35% | 8.36% |
| 2015 | 71.06% | 4.35% | 12.64% | 9.06% |
| 2016 | 69.28% | 5.52% | 12.87% | 9.96% |
| 2017 | 69.26% | 5.38% | 12.94% | 9.57% |
| 2018 | 68.56% | 5.04% | 12.95% | 10.16% |
| 2019 | 68.90% | 4.94% | 13.16% | 10.21% |
| 2020 | 66.99% | 4.39% | 13.24% | 11.08% |
| 2021 | 64.72% | 4.74% | 14.26% | 11.27% |
Strategic analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian strategic analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american strategic analysts have the lowest average salary at $73,231.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $76,474 |
| White | $78,888 |
| Black or African American | $73,231 |
| Asian | $84,658 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $77,344 |
Average strategic analyst age
See how the average age of strategic analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Strategic 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 |
Strategic analyst age breakdown
The average age of strategic analysts is 30-40 years years old, representing 35% of the strategic analyst population.
Strategic analyst age breakdown
| Strategic Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 35% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Strategic analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for strategic analysts is bachelor's degree, with 68% of strategic analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 22% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- Master's, 22%
- Associate, 6%
- Doctorate, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Strategic analysts by degree level
| Strategic analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| Master's | 22% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Doctorate | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Strategic analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, strategic analysts with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $92,400 annually. With a Master's degree, strategic analysts earn a median annual income of $91,601 compared to $81,054 for strategic analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $91,601 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,054 |
| Doctorate Degree | $92,400 |
Strategic analyst employment statistics
Most strategic analysts work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where strategic analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where strategic analysts work.
Strategic analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 34% |
Strategic analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the strategic analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most strategic analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Strategic analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 5% |
Strategic analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for strategic analysts are technology, finance and manufacturing.
Strategic analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Technology | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Media | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Government | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Strategic analyst turnover and employment statistics
Strategic analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for strategic analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Strategic analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Strategic 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 strategic analyst tenure
The average strategic analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 665 strategic analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Strategic analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Strategic analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of strategic 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Senior Logistician | 8.65% | 2,335 |
| Search Consultant | 8.93% | 15,165 |
| Strategic Analyst | 10.00% | - |
| Operations Associate | 11.05% | 70,275 |
| Regulatory Administrator | 11.64% | 54,703 |
| Raiser | 19.25% | 236 |
Similar strategic analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator | 4.41% | 12,567 |
| Senior Logistician | 8.65% | 2,335 |
| Search Consultant | 8.93% | 15,165 |
| Operations Associate | 11.05% | 70,275 |
| Regulatory Administrator | 11.64% | 54,703 |
| Raiser | 19.25% | 236 |
Foreign languages spoken by strategic analysts
The most common foreign language among strategic analysts is Spanish at 25.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.1% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 10.6%.
- Spanish, 25.8%
- French, 12.1%
- Chinese, 10.6%
- Portuguese, 7.6%
- German, 7.6%
- Other, 36.3%
Strategic analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 25.8% |
| French | 12.1% |
| Chinese | 10.6% |
| Portuguese | 7.6% |
| German | 7.6% |
| Other | 36.3% |
