Trainer demographics and statistics in the US
Trainer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates trainer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our trainer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about trainers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 51,179 trainers currently employed in the United States.
- 51.4% of all trainers are women, while 48.6% are men.
- The average trainer age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of trainers is White (59.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (16.9%), Black or African American (10.6%) and Unknown (6.3%).
- In 2022, women earned 93% of what men earned.
- 12% of all trainers are LGBT.
- Trainers are 52% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Trainer demographics by:
Trainer gender statistics
51.4% of trainers are women and 48.6% of trainers are men.
- Female, 51.4%
- Male, 48.6%
Trainer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% |
| Male | 48.6% |
Trainer gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,122
Female income
$44,802
Trainer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in trainer positions over time. Currently, 51.4% of trainers are female.
Trainer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.11% | 47.89% |
| 2011 | 48.65% | 51.35% |
| 2012 | 51.07% | 48.93% |
| 2013 | 52.31% | 47.69% |
| 2014 | 47.58% | 52.42% |
| 2015 | 47.32% | 52.68% |
| 2016 | 50.47% | 49.53% |
| 2017 | 45.89% | 54.11% |
| 2018 | 51.69% | 48.31% |
| 2019 | 48.66% | 51.34% |
| 2020 | 46.52% | 53.48% |
| 2021 | 48.63% | 51.37% |
Trainer related jobs gender ratio
We compared trainers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Trainer | 49% | 51% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Trainer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among trainers is White, which makes up 59.8% of all trainers. Comparatively, 16.9% of trainers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of trainers are Black or African American.
- White, 59.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.9%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 6.3%
- Asian, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Trainer race
| Trainer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.9% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 6.3% |
| Asian | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Trainer race and ethnicity over time
See how trainer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Trainer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.15% | 11.47% | 3.25% | 13.02% |
| 2011 | 69.03% | 11.12% | 3.58% | 13.14% |
| 2012 | 68.25% | 11.54% | 4.18% | 13.01% |
| 2013 | 66.76% | 11.95% | 3.79% | 14.80% |
| 2014 | 65.95% | 11.50% | 4.39% | 15.26% |
| 2015 | 68.15% | 11.58% | 3.88% | 12.84% |
| 2016 | 67.51% | 10.46% | 3.91% | 14.92% |
| 2017 | 65.18% | 11.83% | 4.05% | 15.47% |
| 2018 | 69.18% | 8.85% | 3.99% | 14.07% |
| 2019 | 68.89% | 9.58% | 3.54% | 15.21% |
| 2020 | 64.53% | 9.03% | 4.59% | 16.37% |
| 2021 | 59.82% | 10.65% | 5.84% | 16.89% |
Trainer wage gap by race
According to our data, white trainers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian trainers have the lowest average salary at $46,680.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $47,415 |
| White | $49,715 |
| Black or African American | $48,058 |
| Asian | $46,680 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,798 |
Average trainer age
See how the average age of trainers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Trainer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44.5 | 41 |
| White | 46 | 44 |
| Black or African American | 51 | 47 |
| Asian | 40.5 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 41 |
Trainer age breakdown
The average age of trainers is 40+ years years old, representing 61% of the trainer population.
Trainer age breakdown
| Trainer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 61% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Trainer educational attainment
The most common degree for trainers is bachelor's degree, with 54% of trainers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 54%
- Associate, 16%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Trainers by degree level
| Trainer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 54% |
| Associate | 16% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Trainer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, trainers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $56,264 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, trainers earn a median annual income of $51,311 compared to $45,823 for trainers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $56,264 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,384 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,311 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,823 |
Trainer employment statistics
Most trainers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where trainers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where trainers work.
Trainer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 8% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 49% |
Trainer jobs by company type
Employees with the trainer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most trainers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Trainer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 44% |
| Private | 52% |
| Government | 2% |
Trainer jobs by industry
The most common industries for trainers are hospitality, retail and professional.
Trainer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 20% |
| Fortune 500 | 20% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Trainer turnover and employment statistics
Trainer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for trainers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Trainer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Trainer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.49% |
| 2011 | 4.91% |
| 2012 | 4.86% |
| 2013 | 4.50% |
| 2014 | 3.44% |
| 2015 | 3.11% |
| 2016 | 3.54% |
| 2017 | 2.54% |
| 2018 | 2.62% |
| 2019 | 2.42% |
| 2020 | 2.67% |
| 2021 | 2.89% |
Average trainer tenure
The average trainer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 53,041 trainers resumes in Zippia's database.
Trainer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Trainer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of trainers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimating Manager | 4.41% | 11,106 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Senior Research Analyst | 10.00% | 71,891 |
| Enlisted Advisor | 11.05% | 38,884 |
| Equal Opportunity Specialist | 11.64% | 2,866 |
| Trainer | 12.19% | - |
| Fundraising Assistant | 19.25% | 340 |
Similar trainer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimating Manager | 4.41% | 11,106 |
| Logistics Associate | 8.65% | 16,539 |
| Senior Research Analyst | 10.00% | 71,891 |
| Enlisted Advisor | 11.05% | 38,884 |
| Equal Opportunity Specialist | 11.64% | 2,866 |
| Fundraising Assistant | 19.25% | 340 |
Foreign languages spoken by trainers
The most common foreign language among trainers is Spanish at 54.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and German is the third-most popular at 4.8%.
- Spanish, 54.8%
- French, 11.1%
- German, 4.8%
- Chinese, 4.2%
- Arabic, 3.8%
- Other, 21.3%
Trainer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 54.8% |
| French | 11.1% |
| German | 4.8% |
| Chinese | 4.2% |
| Arabic | 3.8% |
| Other | 21.3% |
