Surveillance investigator demographics and statistics in the US
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Surveillance investigator gender statistics
26.0% of surveillance investigators are women and 74.0% of surveillance investigators are men.
- Male, 74.0%
- Female, 26.0%
Surveillance investigator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 74.0% |
| Female | 26.0% |
Surveillance investigator gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,761
Female income
$46,974
Surveillance investigator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in surveillance investigator positions over time. Currently, 26.0% of surveillance investigators are female.
Surveillance investigator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.56% | 23.44% |
| 2011 | 75.32% | 24.68% |
| 2012 | 76.53% | 23.47% |
| 2013 | 76.65% | 23.35% |
| 2014 | 75.81% | 24.19% |
| 2015 | 76.52% | 23.48% |
| 2016 | 76.14% | 23.86% |
| 2017 | 74.90% | 25.10% |
| 2018 | 75.75% | 24.25% |
| 2019 | 75.26% | 24.74% |
| 2020 | 73.11% | 26.89% |
| 2021 | 73.98% | 26.02% |
Surveillance investigator related jobs gender ratio
We compared surveillance investigators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, rescue boat operator and bodyguard have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Monitor | 18% | 82% |
| School Crossing Guard | 21% | 79% |
| Crossing Guard | 23% | 77% |
| Surveillance Investigator | 74% | 26% |
| Bouncer | 94% | 6% |
| Bodyguard | 96% | 4% |
| Rescue Boat Operator | 98% | 2% |
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Surveillance investigator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among surveillance investigators is White, which makes up 51.6% of all surveillance investigators. Comparatively, 24.6% of surveillance investigators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.0% of surveillance investigators are Black or African American.
- White, 51.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 24.6%
- Black or African American, 12.0%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Surveillance investigator race
| Surveillance investigator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24.6% |
| Black or African American | 12.0% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Surveillance investigator race and ethnicity over time
See how surveillance investigator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Surveillance investigator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.10% | 12.30% | 3.76% | 19.48% |
| 2011 | 59.04% | 12.24% | 3.73% | 21.06% |
| 2012 | 58.71% | 12.52% | 3.66% | 21.17% |
| 2013 | 59.04% | 12.08% | 3.92% | 21.26% |
| 2014 | 57.72% | 12.92% | 3.62% | 21.59% |
| 2015 | 57.36% | 12.35% | 4.11% | 22.05% |
| 2016 | 56.99% | 12.12% | 3.89% | 22.92% |
| 2017 | 56.88% | 13.04% | 3.56% | 22.72% |
| 2018 | 57.13% | 11.92% | 3.76% | 22.73% |
| 2019 | 56.12% | 12.63% | 4.58% | 22.60% |
| 2020 | 51.46% | 13.20% | 4.63% | 23.98% |
| 2021 | 51.57% | 11.97% | 4.96% | 24.62% |
Surveillance investigator wage gap by race
According to our data, white surveillance investigators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown surveillance investigators have the lowest average salary at $46,757.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,757 |
| White | $48,266 |
| Black or African American | $47,948 |
| Asian | $48,239 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,611 |
Average surveillance investigator age
See how the average age of surveillance investigators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Surveillance investigator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 41 |
| Unknown | 37.5 | 39 |
| Asian | 45 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 36.5 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38.5 | 37 |
Surveillance investigator age breakdown
The average age of surveillance investigators is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the surveillance investigator population.
Surveillance investigator age breakdown
| Surveillance Investigator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Surveillance investigator educational attainment
The most common degree for surveillance investigators is bachelor's degree, with 64% of surveillance investigators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 8%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Surveillance investigators by degree level
| Surveillance investigator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Surveillance investigator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, surveillance investigators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,065 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, surveillance investigators earn a median annual income of $50,904 compared to $46,503 for surveillance investigators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,065 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $44,129 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,904 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,503 |
Surveillance investigator employment statistics
Most surveillance investigators work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where surveillance investigators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where surveillance investigators work.
Surveillance investigator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Surveillance investigator jobs by company type
Employees with the surveillance investigator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most surveillance investigators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Surveillance investigator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 8% |
Surveillance investigator jobs by industry
The most common industries for surveillance investigators are hospitality, professional and finance.
Surveillance investigator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 29% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Utilities | 8% |
| Insurance | 8% |
| Government | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 5% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Surveillance investigator turnover and employment statistics
Surveillance investigator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for surveillance investigators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Surveillance investigator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Surveillance investigator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.24% |
| 2011 | 11.62% |
| 2012 | 10.40% |
| 2013 | 9.08% |
| 2014 | 8.18% |
| 2015 | 7.21% |
| 2016 | 6.47% |
| 2017 | 5.77% |
| 2018 | 5.47% |
| 2019 | 4.75% |
| 2020 | 6.85% |
| 2021 | 7.46% |
Average surveillance investigator tenure
The average surveillance investigator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 608 surveillance investigators resumes in Zippia's database.
Surveillance investigator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Surveillance investigator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of surveillance investigators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| School Traffic Guard | 3.84% | 36,693 |
| Surveillance Investigator | 6.29% | - |
| Surveillance System Monitor | 7.17% | 18,039 |
| Life Guard | 7.20% | 29,752 |
| Bail Bond Agent | 8.27% | 26,182 |
| Screener | 15.51% | 3,108 |
Similar surveillance investigator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| School Traffic Guard | 3.84% | 36,693 |
| Surveillance System Monitor | 7.17% | 18,039 |
| Life Guard | 7.20% | 29,752 |
| Bail Bond Agent | 8.27% | 26,182 |
| Screener | 15.51% | 3,108 |
Foreign languages spoken by surveillance investigators
The most common foreign language among surveillance investigators is Spanish at 77.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 77.8%
- French, 11.1%
- Mandarin, 5.6%
- Polish, 5.6%
Surveillance investigator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 77.8% |
| French | 11.1% |
| Mandarin | 5.6% |
| Polish | 5.6% |