Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for Teachers in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 4,492,114 Teachers currently employed in the United States.
- 74.3% of all Teachers are women, while 25.7% are men.
- The average age of an employed Teacher is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of Teachers is White (72.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (12.0%) and Black or African American (10.1%).
- The majority of Teachers are located in NY, New York and TX, Houston.
- Teachers are most in-demand in Chicago, IL.
- Teachers are paid an average annual salary of $47,494.
- San Francisco, CA pays an annual average wage of $58,601, the highest in the US.
- Teachers average starting salary is $34,000.
- In 2021, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- The top 10% of highest-paid Teachers earn as much as $65,000 or more.
- Maryland is the best state for Teachers to live.
- Teachers are more likely to work at Education companies in comparison to Private companies.
Teacher Statistics By Gender
Among Teachers, 74.3% of them are women compared to 25.7% which are men.
- Female, 74.3%
- Male, 25.7%
Teachers By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 74.3% |
| Male | 25.7% |
Gender Pay Gap For Teacher
Women Earn 95ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Teacher Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the Teacher position over time.
Teacher Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 31.31% | 68.69% |
| 2011 | 31.61% | 68.39% |
| 2012 | 31.97% | 68.03% |
| 2013 | 32.14% | 67.86% |
| 2014 | 31.68% | 68.32% |
| 2015 | 32.18% | 67.82% |
| 2016 | 32.21% | 67.79% |
| 2017 | 32.06% | 67.94% |
| 2018 | 32.63% | 67.37% |
| 2019 | 28.78% | 71.22% |
Teacher Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, Auto Collision Repair Instructor and Automotive Technology Instructor have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Teacher | 26% | 74% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
Teacher Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among Teachers is White, which makes up 72.3% of all Teachers. Comparatively, there are 12.0% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 10.1% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 72.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.0%
- Black or African American, 10.1%
- Asian, 3.4%
- Unknown, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Teacher Race
| Teacher Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.0% |
| Black or African American | 10.1% |
| Asian | 3.4% |
| Unknown | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Teacher Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among Teachers.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Teacher Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.62% | 10.41% | 2.49% | 9.82% |
| 2011 | 75.22% | 10.35% | 2.67% | 10.01% |
| 2012 | 75.05% | 10.21% | 2.72% | 10.14% |
| 2013 | 74.51% | 10.25% | 2.91% | 10.35% |
| 2014 | 74.60% | 10.18% | 2.90% | 10.41% |
| 2015 | 74.34% | 9.85% | 3.05% | 10.77% |
| 2016 | 73.49% | 10.26% | 3.06% | 11.17% |
| 2017 | 73.44% | 9.91% | 3.20% | 11.31% |
| 2018 | 73.22% | 9.82% | 3.21% | 11.55% |
| 2019 | 72.33% | 10.13% | 3.39% | 12.04% |
Teacher Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $53,777 |
| White | $53,863 |
| Black or African American | $53,148 |
| Asian | $56,270 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $55,225 |
Teacher JOBS
Average Age of a Teacher
We determined the average age of Teachers based on ethnicity and gender.
Teacher Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 44 |
| Unknown | 36 | 39 |
| Asian | 38 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 41 |
| White | 43 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40.5 | 45 |
Teacher Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of Teacher employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of Teachers is 40+ years old, which represents 60% of the population.
Teacher Age
| Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 20-30 years | 13% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 40+ years | 60% |
Types of Teacher Degree Levels
The most common degree for Teachers is Bachelor's Degree 64% of Teachers earn that degree. A close second is Master's Degree with 15% and rounding it off is Associate Degree with 10%.
- Bachelors, 64%
- Masters, 15%
- Associate, 10%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Teachers By Education
| Teacher Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 64% |
| Masters | 15% |
| Associate | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Teacher Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,011 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,512 |
| Doctorate Degree | $54,967 |
Teacher Employment Statistics
This section highlights the information we gathered about the types of businesses and industries that employ Teachers. We found that the most common company type is Education. In addition, the industry that employs the most Teachers is the Education industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire Teachers.
Teacher Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 4% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 44% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
The Types Of Companies Teacher Work In
Employees with the Teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most Teachers prefer to work at Education companies over Private companies.
Teacher Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 73% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 17% |
| Government | 5% |
Top Industries Hiring Teachers
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ Teachers. Those industries include Education, Government and Non Profits.
Teacher Jobs By Industry
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 79% |
| Government | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Teacher Turnover And Employment Statistics
Teacher Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of Teachers changed.
- Unemployment rate
Teacher Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Teacher Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.82% |
| 2011 | 2.96% |
| 2012 | 2.53% |
| 2013 | 2.43% |
| 2014 | 1.86% |
| 2015 | 1.70% |
| 2016 | 1.52% |
| 2017 | 1.41% |
| 2018 | 1.53% |
| 2019 | 1.62% |
The Average Number of Years That Teacher Stay in a Job
By looking over 372,826 Teachers resumes, we figured out that the average Teacher enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 33%.
Teacher Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Teachers with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to Teachers.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery Supervisor | 5.48% | 3,323 |
| Graduate Fellow | 6.04% | 6,869 |
| Teacher | 9.52% | |
| Director Of Special Education | 11.12% | 20,066 |
| Metal Trades Instructor | 11.15% | 28,054 |
| CPR Instructor | 12.94% | 25,712 |
| Curriculum Developer | 16.25% | 90,688 |
Teacher LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery Supervisor | 5.48% | 3,323 |
| Graduate Fellow | 6.04% | 6,869 |
| Director Of Special Education | 11.12% | 20,066 |
| Metal Trades Instructor | 11.15% | 28,054 |
| CPR Instructor | 12.94% | 25,712 |
| Curriculum Developer | 16.25% | 90,688 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Teachers
The most common foreign language among Teachers is Spanish at 46.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.7% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 6.5%.
- Spanish, 46.2%
- French, 10.7%
- Chinese, 6.5%
- Mandarin, 5.6%
- Japanese, 4.4%
- Other, 26.6%
Teacher Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.2% |
| French | 10.7% |
| Chinese | 6.5% |
| Mandarin | 5.6% |
| Japanese | 4.4% |
| Other | 26.6% |
