Surveillance officer demographics and statistics in the US
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Surveillance officer gender statistics
33.1% of surveillance officers are women and 66.9% of surveillance officers are men.
- Male, 66.9%
- Female, 33.1%
Surveillance officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 66.9% |
| Female | 33.1% |
Surveillance officer gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,876
Female income
$33,344
Surveillance officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in surveillance officer positions over time. Currently, 33.1% of surveillance officers are female.
Surveillance officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.92% | 30.08% |
| 2011 | 68.47% | 31.53% |
| 2012 | 69.89% | 30.11% |
| 2013 | 70.02% | 29.98% |
| 2014 | 69.04% | 30.96% |
| 2015 | 69.87% | 30.13% |
| 2016 | 69.43% | 30.57% |
| 2017 | 67.98% | 32.02% |
| 2018 | 68.97% | 31.03% |
| 2019 | 68.40% | 31.60% |
| 2020 | 65.93% | 34.07% |
| 2021 | 66.93% | 33.07% |
Surveillance officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared surveillance officers 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 Officer | 67% | 33% |
| Bouncer | 94% | 6% |
| Bodyguard | 96% | 4% |
| Rescue Boat Operator | 98% | 2% |
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Surveillance officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among surveillance officers is White, which makes up 57.1% of all surveillance officers. Comparatively, 18.4% of surveillance officers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.9% of surveillance officers are Black or African American.
- White, 57.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.4%
- Black or African American, 11.9%
- Unknown, 5.5%
- Asian, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.8%
Surveillance officer race
| Surveillance officer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.4% |
| Black or African American | 11.9% |
| Unknown | 5.5% |
| Asian | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.8% |
Surveillance officer race and ethnicity over time
See how surveillance officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Surveillance officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.66% | 12.27% | 4.12% | 13.23% |
| 2011 | 64.61% | 12.21% | 4.09% | 14.81% |
| 2012 | 64.27% | 12.49% | 4.02% | 14.92% |
| 2013 | 64.60% | 12.05% | 4.28% | 15.01% |
| 2014 | 63.29% | 12.89% | 3.98% | 15.34% |
| 2015 | 62.92% | 12.32% | 4.46% | 15.80% |
| 2016 | 62.55% | 12.09% | 4.25% | 16.67% |
| 2017 | 62.45% | 13.01% | 3.92% | 16.47% |
| 2018 | 62.70% | 11.89% | 4.12% | 16.48% |
| 2019 | 61.69% | 12.60% | 4.94% | 16.35% |
| 2020 | 57.02% | 13.17% | 4.99% | 17.73% |
| 2021 | 57.14% | 11.94% | 5.32% | 18.37% |
Surveillance officer wage gap by race
According to our data, white surveillance officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown surveillance officers have the lowest average salary at $33,197.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,197 |
| White | $34,218 |
| Black or African American | $34,003 |
| Asian | $34,200 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,775 |
Average surveillance officer age
See how the average age of surveillance officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Surveillance officer 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 officer age breakdown
The average age of surveillance officers is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the surveillance officer population.
Surveillance officer age breakdown
| Surveillance Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Surveillance officer educational attainment
The most common degree for surveillance officers is bachelor's degree, with 42% of surveillance officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- Bachelor's, 42%
- Associate, 27%
- High School Diploma, 16%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Surveillance officers by degree level
| Surveillance officer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 42% |
| Associate | 27% |
| High School Diploma | 16% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Surveillance officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, surveillance officers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $40,811 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, surveillance officers earn a median annual income of $35,998 compared to $33,025 for surveillance officers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $40,811 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,416 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,998 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,025 |
Surveillance officer employment statistics
Most surveillance officers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where surveillance officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where surveillance officers work.
Surveillance officer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Surveillance officer jobs by company type
Employees with the surveillance officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most surveillance officers prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Surveillance officer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 18% |
Surveillance officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for surveillance officers are hospitality, government and professional.
Surveillance officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 34% |
| Government | 16% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Surveillance officer turnover and employment statistics
Surveillance officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for surveillance officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Surveillance officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Surveillance officer 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 officer tenure
The average surveillance officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,462 surveillance officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Surveillance officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Surveillance officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of surveillance officers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Crossing Guard | 3.84% | 17,296 |
| Surveillance Officer | 6.29% | - |
| Assets Protection Specialist | 7.17% | 83,267 |
| Swim Instructor | 7.20% | 24,849 |
| Cash Shortage Investigator | 8.27% | 5,394 |
| Screener | 15.51% | 3,108 |
Similar surveillance officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Crossing Guard | 3.84% | 17,296 |
| Assets Protection Specialist | 7.17% | 83,267 |
| Swim Instructor | 7.20% | 24,849 |
| Cash Shortage Investigator | 8.27% | 5,394 |
| Screener | 15.51% | 3,108 |
Foreign languages spoken by surveillance officers
The most common foreign language among surveillance officers is Spanish at 75.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.1% and German is the third-most popular at 3.0%.
- Spanish, 75.8%
- French, 12.1%
- German, 3.0%
- Hindi, 3.0%
- Urdu, 3.0%
- Other, 3.1%
Surveillance officer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.8% |
| French | 12.1% |
| German | 3.0% |
| Hindi | 3.0% |
| Urdu | 3.0% |
| Other | 3.1% |
