Tutor demographics and statistics in the US
Tutor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates tutor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our tutor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about tutors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 54,561 tutors currently employed in the United States.
- 63.0% of all tutors are women, while 37.0% are men.
- The average tutor age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of tutors is White (56.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.4%), Asian (11.5%) and Black or African American (9.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 11% of all tutors are LGBT.
- Tutors are 84% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Tutor demographics by:
Tutor gender statistics
63.0% of tutors are women and 37.0% of tutors are men.
- Female, 63.0%
- Male, 37.0%
Tutor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 63.0% |
| Male | 37.0% |
Tutor gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,722
Female income
$33,009
Tutor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in tutor positions over time. Currently, 63.0% of tutors are female.
Tutor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 37.27% | 62.73% |
| 2011 | 36.76% | 63.24% |
| 2012 | 39.21% | 60.79% |
| 2013 | 38.38% | 61.62% |
| 2014 | 38.50% | 61.50% |
| 2015 | 36.38% | 63.62% |
| 2016 | 38.64% | 61.36% |
| 2017 | 39.10% | 60.90% |
| 2018 | 38.35% | 61.65% |
| 2019 | 36.87% | 63.13% |
| 2020 | 36.49% | 63.51% |
| 2021 | 37.05% | 62.95% |
Tutor related jobs gender ratio
We compared tutors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar instructor and rescue instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education Instructor | 6% | 94% |
| Ballet Teacher | 7% | 93% |
| Horseback Riding Instructor | 12% | 88% |
| Tutor | 37% | 63% |
| Guitar Teacher | 83% | 17% |
| Rescue Instructor | 85% | 15% |
| Guitar Instructor | 88% | 12% |
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Tutor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among tutors is White, which makes up 56.8% of all tutors. Comparatively, 15.4% of tutors are Hispanic or Latino and 11.5% of tutors are Asian.
- White, 56.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.4%
- Asian, 11.5%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Unknown, 5.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Tutor race
| Tutor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.4% |
| Asian | 11.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Unknown | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Tutor race and ethnicity over time
See how tutor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Tutor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.73% | 11.13% | 9.13% | 12.73% |
| 2011 | 62.77% | 11.27% | 9.48% | 13.29% |
| 2012 | 62.80% | 10.55% | 9.86% | 13.72% |
| 2013 | 62.14% | 10.31% | 9.77% | 14.16% |
| 2014 | 61.69% | 10.28% | 11.03% | 13.60% |
| 2015 | 62.75% | 9.73% | 10.55% | 13.41% |
| 2016 | 61.60% | 10.32% | 9.91% | 14.45% |
| 2017 | 61.16% | 9.94% | 10.67% | 14.59% |
| 2018 | 60.37% | 10.14% | 11.78% | 14.04% |
| 2019 | 61.63% | 9.31% | 11.04% | 14.59% |
| 2020 | 58.91% | 9.58% | 10.89% | 14.84% |
| 2021 | 56.84% | 9.89% | 11.52% | 15.44% |
Tutor wage gap by race
According to our data, white tutors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american tutors have the lowest average salary at $33,909.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,469 |
| White | $35,145 |
| Black or African American | $33,909 |
| Asian | $35,121 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,981 |
Average tutor age
See how the average age of tutors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Tutor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 43 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 41 |
| Asian | 35 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 35 |
| White | 43 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40 | 43 |
Tutor age breakdown
The average age of tutors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the tutor population.
Tutor age breakdown
| Tutor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Tutor educational attainment
The most common degree for tutors is bachelor's degree, with 67% of tutors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 13% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 67%
- Associate, 13%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Tutors by degree level
| Tutor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Tutor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, tutors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $41,298 annually. With a Master's degree, tutors earn a median annual income of $38,477 compared to $35,237 for tutors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $38,477 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,254 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,237 |
| Doctorate Degree | $41,298 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,791 |
Tutor employment statistics
Most tutors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where tutors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where tutors work.
Tutor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 39% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Tutor jobs by company type
Employees with the tutor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most tutors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Tutor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 84% |
| Public | 3% |
| Private | 12% |
| Government | 1% |
Tutor jobs by industry
The most common industries for tutors are education, non profits and manufacturing.
Tutor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 77% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Tutor turnover and employment statistics
Tutor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for tutors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Tutor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Tutor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.57% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.21% |
| 2013 | 6.49% |
| 2014 | 6.03% |
| 2015 | 4.80% |
| 2016 | 4.35% |
| 2017 | 3.81% |
| 2018 | 3.89% |
| 2019 | 3.91% |
| 2020 | 6.57% |
| 2021 | 6.61% |
Average tutor tenure
The average tutor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 143,813 tutors resumes in Zippia's database.
Tutor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 40% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Tutor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of tutors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Research And Teaching Assistant | 6.04% | 49,679 |
| Middle School Science Teacher | 9.52% | 86,059 |
| Guitar Teacher | 9.70% | 52,628 |
| Tutor | 10.63% | - |
| Faculty Member | 12.94% | 30,325 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Home Advisor | 16.25% | 77,547 |
Similar tutor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Research And Teaching Assistant | 6.04% | 49,679 |
| Middle School Science Teacher | 9.52% | 86,059 |
| Guitar Teacher | 9.70% | 52,628 |
| Faculty Member | 12.94% | 30,325 |
| Library Technician | 13.69% | 24,941 |
| Home Advisor | 16.25% | 77,547 |
Foreign languages spoken by tutors
The most common foreign language among tutors is Spanish at 48.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.1% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 5.8%.
- Spanish, 48.2%
- French, 12.1%
- Chinese, 5.8%
- Mandarin, 5.0%
- German, 3.5%
- Other, 25.4%
Tutor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 48.2% |
| French | 12.1% |
| Chinese | 5.8% |
| Mandarin | 5.0% |
| German | 3.5% |
| Other | 25.4% |
