Studio assistant demographics and statistics in the US
Studio assistant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates studio assistant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our studio assistant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about studio assistants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 3,692 studio assistants currently employed in the United States.
- 59.3% of all studio assistants are women, while 40.7% are men.
- The average studio assistant age is 50 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of studio assistants is White (66.6%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.9%), Black or African American (9.1%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- Studio assistants are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The education industry is the highest-paying for studio assistants.
- Glen Cove, NY pays an annual average wage of $36,427, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women studio assistants earned 91% of what men earned.
- 6% of all studio assistants are LGBT.
- Alaska is the best state for studio assistants to live.
- Studio assistants are 61% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Studio assistant demographics by:
Studio assistant gender statistics
59.3% of studio assistants are women and 40.7% of studio assistants are men.
- Female, 59.3%
- Male, 40.7%
Studio assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 59.3% |
| Male | 40.7% |
Studio assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,931
Female income
$32,682
Studio assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in studio assistant positions over time. Currently, 59.3% of studio assistants are female.
Studio assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28.46% | 71.54% |
| 2011 | 27.58% | 72.42% |
| 2012 | 29.65% | 70.35% |
| 2013 | 29.23% | 70.77% |
| 2014 | 30.23% | 69.77% |
| 2015 | 32.40% | 67.60% |
| 2016 | 32.15% | 67.85% |
| 2017 | 34.33% | 65.67% |
| 2018 | 35.97% | 64.03% |
| 2019 | 37.15% | 62.85% |
| 2020 | 38.54% | 61.46% |
| 2021 | 40.69% | 59.31% |
Studio assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared studio assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, administrative assistant engineering and assistant operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Placement Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Administrative Assistant/Secretary/Receptionist | 4% | 96% |
| Studio Assistant | 41% | 59% |
| Information Technology Assistant | 67% | 33% |
| Assistant Operator | 77% | 23% |
| Administrative Assistant Engineering | 78% | 22% |
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Studio assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among studio assistants is White, which makes up 66.6% of all studio assistants. Comparatively, 15.9% of studio assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.1% of studio assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 66.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.9%
- Black or African American, 9.1%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Studio assistant race
| Studio assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Studio assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how studio assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Studio assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.28% | 9.61% | 3.11% | 12.91% |
| 2011 | 72.09% | 9.88% | 3.00% | 12.89% |
| 2012 | 71.78% | 9.88% | 3.08% | 12.97% |
| 2013 | 71.83% | 9.50% | 3.28% | 13.15% |
| 2014 | 71.50% | 9.62% | 3.25% | 13.46% |
| 2015 | 70.97% | 9.62% | 3.26% | 13.93% |
| 2016 | 70.26% | 9.49% | 3.60% | 14.27% |
| 2017 | 70.33% | 9.23% | 3.37% | 14.67% |
| 2018 | 70.37% | 8.96% | 3.41% | 14.97% |
| 2019 | 70.84% | 8.68% | 3.46% | 14.76% |
| 2020 | 69.01% | 8.42% | 3.55% | 14.56% |
| 2021 | 66.56% | 9.10% | 3.80% | 15.94% |
Studio assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian studio assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White studio assistants have the lowest average salary at $35,120.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,165 |
| White | $35,120 |
| Black or African American | $35,664 |
| Asian | $37,888 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,886 |
Average studio assistant age
See how the average age of studio assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Studio assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 52 |
| Unknown | 36 | 49 |
| Asian | 43 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 45 |
| White | 45 | 54 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Studio assistant age breakdown
The average age of studio assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the studio assistant population.
Studio assistant age breakdown
| Studio Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Studio assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for studio assistants is bachelor's degree, with 74% of studio assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 74%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Studio assistants by degree level
| Studio assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 74% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Studio assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, studio assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $39,711 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, studio assistants earn a median annual income of $37,449 compared to $34,997 for studio assistants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $39,711 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,330 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,449 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,997 |
Studio assistant employment statistics
Most studio assistants work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where studio assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where studio assistants work.
Studio assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 37% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Studio assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the studio assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most studio assistants prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Studio assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 61% |
| Public | 9% |
| Private | 28% |
| Government | 3% |
Studio assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for studio assistants are education, media and retail.
Studio assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 54% |
| Media | 9% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Studio assistant turnover and employment statistics
Studio assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for studio assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Studio assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Studio assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.58% |
| 2011 | 7.01% |
| 2012 | 5.80% |
| 2013 | 5.28% |
| 2014 | 4.11% |
| 2015 | 3.32% |
| 2016 | 2.98% |
| 2017 | 2.93% |
| 2018 | 2.79% |
| 2019 | 2.48% |
| 2020 | 3.48% |
| 2021 | 4.29% |
Average studio assistant tenure
The average studio assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,761 studio assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Studio assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 37% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Studio assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of studio assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Assistant | 5.70% | - |
| Referral Specialist | 9.17% | 72,016 |
| Administrative Assistant To The Chief Executive Officer | 10.06% | 10,289 |
| Legal Secretary | 14.76% | 13,182 |
Similar studio assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Referral Specialist | 9.17% | 72,016 |
| Administrative Assistant To The Chief Executive Officer | 10.06% | 10,289 |
| Legal Secretary | 14.76% | 13,182 |
Foreign languages spoken by studio assistants
The most common foreign language among studio assistants is Spanish at 48.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.6% and Italian is the third-most popular at 8.5%.
- Spanish, 48.7%
- French, 11.6%
- Italian, 8.5%
- Mandarin, 5.9%
- Chinese, 5.1%
- Other, 20.2%
Studio assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 48.7% |
| French | 11.6% |
| Italian | 8.5% |
| Mandarin | 5.9% |
| Chinese | 5.1% |
| Other | 20.2% |
