Toddler teacher demographics and statistics in the US
Toddler teacher demographics research summary. Zippia estimates toddler teacher demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our toddler teacher estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about toddler teachers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 1,355,944 toddler teachers currently employed in the United States.
- 91.4% of all toddler teachers are women, while 8.6% are men.
- The average toddler teacher age is 39 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of toddler teachers is White (63.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (16.7%), Black or African American (8.5%) and Asian (6.1%).
- Toddler teachers are most in-demand in Houston, TX.
- The finance industry is the highest-paying for toddler teachers.
- Santa Clara, CA pays an annual average wage of $37,250, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women toddler teachers earned 96% of what men earned.
- 5% of all toddler teachers are LGBT.
- Minnesota is the best state for toddler teachers to live.
- Toddler teachers are 53% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Toddler teacher gender statistics
91.4% of toddler teachers are women and 8.6% of toddler teachers are men.
- Female, 91.4%
- Male, 8.6%
Toddler teacher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 91.4% |
| Male | 8.6% |
Toddler teacher gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,212
Female income
$30,980
Toddler teacher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in toddler teacher positions over time. Currently, 91.4% of toddler teachers are female.
Toddler teacher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.88% | 94.12% |
| 2011 | 6.26% | 93.74% |
| 2012 | 6.75% | 93.25% |
| 2013 | 7.45% | 92.55% |
| 2014 | 6.35% | 93.65% |
| 2015 | 7.18% | 92.82% |
| 2016 | 6.28% | 93.72% |
| 2017 | 6.69% | 93.31% |
| 2018 | 7.36% | 92.64% |
| 2019 | 6.94% | 93.06% |
| 2020 | 8.72% | 91.28% |
| 2021 | 8.61% | 91.39% |
Toddler teacher related jobs gender ratio
We compared toddler teachers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, auto collision repair instructor and automotive technology instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Toddler Teacher | 9% | 91% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Toddler teacher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among toddler teachers is White, which makes up 63.1% of all toddler teachers. Comparatively, 16.7% of toddler teachers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.5% of toddler teachers are Black or African American.
- White, 63.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.7%
- Black or African American, 8.5%
- Asian, 6.1%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Toddler teacher race
| Toddler teacher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.7% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 6.1% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Toddler teacher race and ethnicity over time
See how toddler teacher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Toddler teacher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.27% | 11.81% | 5.29% | 13.93% |
| 2011 | 64.74% | 12.67% | 5.00% | 14.14% |
| 2012 | 64.02% | 13.10% | 5.52% | 14.50% |
| 2013 | 65.16% | 12.18% | 5.62% | 14.21% |
| 2014 | 65.55% | 11.90% | 5.24% | 14.30% |
| 2015 | 65.20% | 11.45% | 5.30% | 14.78% |
| 2016 | 64.69% | 12.41% | 5.52% | 14.42% |
| 2017 | 63.89% | 10.99% | 5.75% | 16.01% |
| 2018 | 63.89% | 10.70% | 5.53% | 16.72% |
| 2019 | 66.32% | 8.86% | 5.97% | 15.75% |
| 2020 | 64.00% | 8.81% | 6.41% | 15.52% |
| 2021 | 63.08% | 8.54% | 6.09% | 16.74% |
Toddler teacher wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino toddler teachers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american toddler teachers have the lowest average salary at $31,785.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,571 |
| White | $31,939 |
| Black or African American | $31,785 |
| Asian | $31,989 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,789 |
Average toddler teacher age
See how the average age of toddler teachers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Toddler teacher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 32 | 42 |
| Unknown | 38 | |
| Asian | 33 | 43 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 38 |
| White | 36 | 39 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 |
Toddler teacher age breakdown
The average age of toddler teachers is 40+ years years old, representing 48% of the toddler teacher population.
Toddler teacher age breakdown
| Toddler Teacher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 48% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Toddler teacher educational attainment
The most common degree for toddler teachers is bachelor's degree, with 43% of toddler teachers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 24% and associate degree degree at 21%.
- Bachelor's, 43%
- Associate, 24%
- High School Diploma, 21%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Toddler teachers by degree level
| Toddler teacher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 43% |
| Associate | 24% |
| High School Diploma | 21% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Toddler teacher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, toddler teachers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $38,016 annually. With a Doctorate degree, toddler teachers earn a median annual income of $37,288 compared to $33,659 for toddler teachers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $38,016 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,282 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,659 |
| Doctorate Degree | $37,288 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,994 |
Toddler teacher employment statistics
Most toddler teachers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where toddler teachers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where toddler teachers work.
Toddler teacher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 33% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 13% |
| > 10,000 employees | 4% |
Toddler teacher jobs by company type
Employees with the toddler teacher job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most toddler teachers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Toddler teacher jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 53% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 38% |
| Government | 4% |
Toddler teacher jobs by industry
The most common industries for toddler teachers are education, non profits and health care.
Toddler teacher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 41% |
| Non Profits | 17% |
| Health Care | 9% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
Toddler teacher turnover and employment statistics
Toddler teacher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for toddler teachers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Toddler teacher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Toddler teacher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.15% |
| 2011 | 6.72% |
| 2012 | 6.69% |
| 2013 | 6.20% |
| 2014 | 4.71% |
| 2015 | 4.39% |
| 2016 | 3.73% |
| 2017 | 2.88% |
| 2018 | 2.72% |
| 2019 | 2.90% |
| 2020 | 4.48% |
| 2021 | 4.49% |
Average toddler teacher tenure
The average toddler teacher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 14,595 toddler teachers resumes in Zippia's database.
Toddler teacher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 35% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Toddler teacher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of toddler teachers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Toddler Teacher | 5.04% | - |
| Blind Teacher | 7.55% | 53,060 |
| Second Grade Teacher | 8.89% | 68,635 |
| Multimedia Teacher | 11.94% | 53,375 |
Similar toddler teacher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Blind Teacher | 7.55% | 53,060 |
| Second Grade Teacher | 8.89% | 68,635 |
| Multimedia Teacher | 11.94% | 53,375 |
Foreign languages spoken by toddler teachers
The most common foreign language among toddler teachers is Spanish at 72.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.3% and German is the third-most popular at 2.2%.
- Spanish, 72.3%
- French, 7.3%
- German, 2.2%
- Portuguese, 1.9%
- Russian, 1.6%
- Other, 14.7%
Toddler teacher languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 72.3% |
| French | 7.3% |
| German | 2.2% |
| Portuguese | 1.9% |
| Russian | 1.6% |
| Other | 14.7% |
