Teaching instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Teaching instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates teaching instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our teaching instructor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about teaching instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 166,855 teaching instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 52.1% of all teaching instructors are women, while 47.9% are men.
- The average teaching instructor age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of teaching instructors is White (54.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (17.9%), Black or African American (11.2%) and Asian (10.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 90% of what men earned.
- 6% of all teaching instructors are LGBT.
- Teaching instructors are 74% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Teaching instructor gender statistics
52.1% of teaching instructors are women and 47.9% of teaching instructors are men.
- Female, 52.1%
- Male, 47.9%
Teaching instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% |
| Male | 47.9% |
Teaching instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$75,009
Female income
$67,340
Teaching instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in teaching instructor positions over time. Currently, 52.1% of teaching instructors are female.
Teaching instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 86.18% | 13.82% |
| 2011 | 86.43% | 13.57% |
| 2012 | 86.28% | 13.72% |
| 2013 | 86.07% | 13.93% |
| 2014 | 85.52% | 14.48% |
| 2015 | 85.93% | 14.07% |
| 2016 | 85.77% | 14.23% |
| 2017 | 86.05% | 13.95% |
| 2018 | 45.57% | 54.43% |
| 2019 | 47.27% | 52.73% |
| 2020 | 47.34% | 52.66% |
| 2021 | 47.91% | 52.09% |
Teaching instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared teaching instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, hvac/r instructor and assistant professor of air conditioning and refrigeration have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetics Instructor | 8% | 92% |
| Cosmetology Instructor | 9% | 91% |
| Adjunct Nursing Faculty | 9% | 91% |
| Teaching Instructor | 48% | 52% |
| Diesel Technology Instructor | 97% | 3% |
| Assistant Professor Of Air Conditioning And Refrigeration | 97% | 3% |
| Hvac/R Instructor | 97% | 3% |
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Teaching instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among teaching instructors is White, which makes up 54.4% of all teaching instructors. Comparatively, 17.9% of teaching instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of teaching instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 54.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.9%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 10.9%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Teaching instructor race
| Teaching instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.9% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 10.9% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Teaching instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how teaching instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Teaching instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.16% | 6.52% | 14.55% | 7.30% |
| 2011 | 68.86% | 6.37% | 15.27% | 7.05% |
| 2012 | 68.45% | 6.67% | 15.14% | 7.29% |
| 2013 | 67.59% | 7.03% | 15.43% | 7.55% |
| 2014 | 67.68% | 6.65% | 15.10% | 7.93% |
| 2015 | 66.12% | 6.87% | 16.05% | 8.22% |
| 2016 | 66.62% | 6.80% | 15.77% | 8.12% |
| 2017 | 65.70% | 6.55% | 16.94% | 8.17% |
| 2018 | 57.60% | 11.52% | 10.53% | 16.97% |
| 2019 | 58.29% | 10.68% | 10.63% | 16.89% |
| 2020 | 55.62% | 10.93% | 11.03% | 17.22% |
| 2021 | 54.37% | 11.19% | 10.92% | 17.86% |
Teaching instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian teaching instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White teaching instructors have the lowest average salary at $70,966.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $73,400 |
| White | $70,966 |
| Black or African American | $77,080 |
| Asian | $78,804 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $75,048 |
Average teaching instructor age
See how the average age of teaching instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Teaching instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39.5 | 46 |
| Unknown | 31 | 44 |
| Asian | 30 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33 | 40 |
| White | 34 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 31.5 | 42 |
Teaching instructor age breakdown
The average age of teaching instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the teaching instructor population.
Teaching instructor age breakdown
| Teaching Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Teaching instructor educational attainment
The most common degree for teaching instructors is bachelor's degree, with 59% of teaching instructors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 24% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 59%
- Master's, 24%
- Associate, 7%
- Doctorate, 5%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Teaching instructors by degree level
| Teaching instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59% |
| Master's | 24% |
| Associate | 7% |
| Doctorate | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Teaching instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, teaching instructors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $81,535 annually. With a Master's degree, teaching instructors earn a median annual income of $79,019 compared to $70,411 for teaching instructors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $79,019 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $66,470 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,411 |
| Doctorate Degree | $81,535 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $67,681 |
Teaching instructor employment statistics
Most teaching instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where teaching instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where teaching instructors work.
Teaching instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Teaching instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the teaching instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most teaching instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Teaching instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 74% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 20% |
| Government | 5% |
Teaching instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for teaching instructors are education, professional and health care.
Teaching instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 67% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Media | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Teaching instructor turnover and employment statistics
Teaching instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for teaching instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Teaching instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Teaching instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.13% |
| 2011 | 3.11% |
| 2012 | 3.14% |
| 2013 | 3.31% |
| 2014 | 2.86% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.42% |
| 2017 | 2.51% |
| 2018 | 3.51% |
| 2019 | 3.20% |
| 2020 | 5.05% |
| 2021 | 5.11% |
Average teaching instructor tenure
The average teaching instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 974 teaching instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Teaching instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Teaching instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of teaching instructors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Instructor | 6.14% | - |
| Co-Teacher | 9.52% | 70,919 |
| Dance Teacher | 9.70% | 71,355 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Pediatrics Teacher | 12.94% | 52,838 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Specialist | 16.25% | 1,583 |
Similar teaching instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Co-Teacher | 9.52% | 70,919 |
| Dance Teacher | 9.70% | 71,355 |
| Special Educator | 11.12% | 62,545 |
| Pediatrics Teacher | 12.94% | 52,838 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Curriculum Specialist | 16.25% | 1,583 |
Foreign languages spoken by teaching instructors
The most common foreign language among teaching instructors is Spanish at 41.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.5% and Korean is the third-most popular at 9.5%.
- Spanish, 41.9%
- French, 9.5%
- Korean, 9.5%
- Japanese, 5.4%
- German, 4.1%
- Other, 29.6%
Teaching instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 41.9% |
| French | 9.5% |
| Korean | 9.5% |
| Japanese | 5.4% |
| German | 4.1% |
| Other | 29.6% |
