Trade analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Trade analyst gender statistics
38.3% of trade analysts are women and 61.7% of trade analysts are men.
- Male, 61.7%
- Female, 38.3%
Trade analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 61.7% |
| Female | 38.3% |
Trade analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$75,948
Female income
$70,563
Trade analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in trade analyst positions over time. Currently, 38.3% of trade analysts are female.
Trade analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.33% | 27.67% |
| 2011 | 68.03% | 31.97% |
| 2012 | 75.07% | 24.93% |
| 2013 | 73.67% | 26.33% |
| 2014 | 65.93% | 34.07% |
| 2015 | 64.74% | 35.26% |
| 2016 | 65.22% | 34.78% |
| 2017 | 66.63% | 33.37% |
| 2018 | 65.59% | 34.41% |
| 2019 | 60.67% | 39.33% |
| 2020 | 64.22% | 35.78% |
| 2021 | 61.67% | 38.33% |
Trade analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared trade analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, renewable energy system finance specialist and chartered finance analyst have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Officer | 15% | 85% |
| Customs Verifier | 20% | 80% |
| Credit Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Trade Analyst | 62% | 38% |
| Head Analyst | 86% | 14% |
| Chartered Finance Analyst | 90% | 10% |
| Renewable Energy System Finance Specialist | 92% | 8% |
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Trade analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among trade analysts is White, which makes up 68.0% of all trade analysts. Comparatively, 14.1% of trade analysts are Asian and 7.7% of trade analysts are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 68.0%
- Asian, 14.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.7%
- Black or African American, 5.6%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Trade analyst race
| Trade analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.0% |
| Asian | 14.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.6% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Trade analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how trade analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Trade analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.44% | 4.81% | 12.62% | 6.10% |
| 2011 | 74.93% | 4.46% | 14.14% | 5.35% |
| 2012 | 76.93% | 3.30% | 13.04% | 5.16% |
| 2013 | 75.59% | 6.21% | 11.23% | 5.29% |
| 2014 | 71.12% | 6.21% | 14.96% | 5.98% |
| 2015 | 70.30% | 6.22% | 15.11% | 6.75% |
| 2016 | 71.49% | 6.15% | 13.89% | 6.23% |
| 2017 | 70.08% | 5.44% | 15.15% | 7.12% |
| 2018 | 70.38% | 6.31% | 12.91% | 8.11% |
| 2019 | 69.42% | 6.96% | 13.11% | 8.22% |
| 2020 | 67.46% | 5.46% | 13.09% | 9.10% |
| 2021 | 68.00% | 5.64% | 14.09% | 7.67% |
Trade analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian trade analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american trade analysts have the lowest average salary at $69,618.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $74,370 |
| White | $77,555 |
| Black or African American | $69,618 |
| Asian | $84,508 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $74,468 |
Average trade analyst age
See how the average age of trade analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Trade analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 | 38 |
| White | 35 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 42 |
| Asian | 35 | 39 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 40.5 |
Trade analyst age breakdown
The average age of trade analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 45% of the trade analyst population.
Trade analyst age breakdown
| Trade Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 45% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Trade analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for trade analysts is bachelor's degree, with 75% of trade analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 75%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 6%
- Doctorate, 1%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Trade analysts by degree level
| Trade analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 75% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Doctorate | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Trade analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, trade analysts with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $105,678 annually. With a Master's degree, trade analysts earn a median annual income of $90,081 compared to $77,971 for trade analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $90,081 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $77,971 |
| Doctorate Degree | $105,678 |
Trade analyst employment statistics
Most trade analysts work for a private in the finance industry.
Company size where trade analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where trade analysts work.
Trade analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 14% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 35% |
Trade analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the trade analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most trade analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Trade analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 3% |
Trade analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for trade analysts are finance, manufacturing and professional.
Trade analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Finance | 29% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Trade analyst turnover and employment statistics
Trade analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for trade analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Trade analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Trade analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.52% |
| 2011 | 4.06% |
| 2012 | 2.88% |
| 2013 | 2.84% |
| 2014 | 3.15% |
| 2015 | 2.61% |
| 2016 | 2.27% |
| 2017 | 2.86% |
| 2018 | 2.13% |
| 2019 | 2.16% |
| 2020 | 2.79% |
| 2021 | 2.49% |
Average trade analyst tenure
The average trade analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,680 trade analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Trade analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 42% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Trade analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of trade analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Equity Structurer | 4.38% | 514 |
| Trade Analyst | 7.33% | - |
| Staff Accountant | 7.40% | 115,930 |
| Tax Associate | 7.56% | 42,019 |
| Customs Examiner | 7.65% | 3,143 |
| Senior Budget Analyst | 12.94% | 43,424 |
| Examination Proctor | 19.38% | 149 |
Similar trade analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equity Structurer | 4.38% | 514 |
| Staff Accountant | 7.40% | 115,930 |
| Tax Associate | 7.56% | 42,019 |
| Customs Examiner | 7.65% | 3,143 |
| Senior Budget Analyst | 12.94% | 43,424 |
| Examination Proctor | 19.38% | 149 |
Foreign languages spoken by trade analysts
The most common foreign language among trade analysts is Spanish at 31.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 12.3% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 10.4%.
- Spanish, 31.1%
- Mandarin, 12.3%
- Chinese, 10.4%
- French, 10.4%
- Portuguese, 9.0%
- Other, 26.8%
Trade analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 31.1% |
| Mandarin | 12.3% |
| Chinese | 10.4% |
| French | 10.4% |
| Portuguese | 9.0% |
| Other | 26.8% |
