Victim advocate demographics and statistics in the US
Victim advocate demographics research summary. Zippia estimates victim advocate demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our victim advocate estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about victim advocates after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 8,396 victim advocates currently employed in the United States.
- 87.3% of all victim advocates are women, while 12.7% are men.
- The average victim advocate age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of victim advocates is White (55.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.1%), Black or African American (11.2%) and Asian (6.6%).
- In 2022, women earned 97% of what men earned.
- 11% of all victim advocates are LGBT.
- Victim advocates are 51% more likely to work at government companies in comparison to private companies.
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Victim advocate demographics by:
Victim advocate gender statistics
87.3% of victim advocates are women and 12.7% of victim advocates are men.
- Female, 87.3%
- Male, 12.7%
Victim advocate gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 87.3% |
| Male | 12.7% |
Victim advocate gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,891
Female income
$39,593
Victim advocate gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in victim advocate positions over time. Currently, 87.3% of victim advocates are female.
Victim advocate gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 14.03% | 85.97% |
| 2011 | 11.63% | 88.37% |
| 2012 | 12.79% | 87.21% |
| 2013 | 14.22% | 85.78% |
| 2014 | 11.72% | 88.28% |
| 2015 | 11.01% | 88.99% |
| 2016 | 13.02% | 86.98% |
| 2017 | 13.14% | 86.86% |
| 2018 | 11.90% | 88.10% |
| 2019 | 12.76% | 87.24% |
| 2020 | 12.58% | 87.42% |
| 2021 | 12.72% | 87.28% |
Victim advocate related jobs gender ratio
We compared victim advocates with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Victim Advocate | 13% | 87% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Victim advocate demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among victim advocates is White, which makes up 55.8% of all victim advocates. Comparatively, 20.1% of victim advocates are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of victim advocates are Black or African American.
- White, 55.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.1%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 6.6%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.6%
Victim advocate race
| Victim advocate race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.1% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 6.6% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.6% |
Victim advocate race and ethnicity over time
See how victim advocate racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Victim advocate race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60.43% | 15.25% | 5.54% | 16.06% |
| 2011 | 61.97% | 14.52% | 5.33% | 15.36% |
| 2012 | 60.04% | 12.72% | 5.00% | 16.94% |
| 2013 | 58.34% | 14.08% | 5.82% | 16.86% |
| 2014 | 61.72% | 11.18% | 6.17% | 17.41% |
| 2015 | 60.40% | 13.21% | 5.14% | 16.87% |
| 2016 | 60.10% | 12.98% | 5.85% | 17.22% |
| 2017 | 58.39% | 12.83% | 5.40% | 18.81% |
| 2018 | 58.62% | 10.94% | 6.20% | 20.16% |
| 2019 | 58.64% | 12.06% | 5.95% | 19.51% |
| 2020 | 55.62% | 11.55% | 5.68% | 20.57% |
| 2021 | 55.76% | 11.16% | 6.59% | 20.07% |
Victim advocate wage gap by race
According to our data, asian victim advocates have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american victim advocates have the lowest average salary at $39,987.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,866 |
| White | $40,439 |
| Black or African American | $39,987 |
| Asian | $42,248 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,950 |
Average victim advocate age
See how the average age of victim advocates varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Victim advocate age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 46 |
| Unknown | 40.5 | 40 |
| Asian | 40.5 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 37 |
| White | 46 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48.5 |
Victim advocate age breakdown
The average age of victim advocates is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the victim advocate population.
Victim advocate age breakdown
| Victim Advocate Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Victim advocate educational attainment
The most common degree for victim advocates is bachelor's degree, with 65% of victim advocates earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 14%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Victim advocates by degree level
| Victim advocate degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 14% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Victim advocate wage gap by degree level
According to the data, victim advocates with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $43,919 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, victim advocates earn a median annual income of $41,115 compared to $37,786 for victim advocates with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $43,919 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,602 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,115 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,786 |
Victim advocate employment statistics
Most victim advocates work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where victim advocates work
Below, you can see the size of companies where victim advocates work.
Victim advocate jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 19% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 15% |
| > 10,000 employees | 4% |
Victim advocate jobs by company type
Employees with the victim advocate job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most victim advocates prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Victim advocate jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 8% |
| Public | 3% |
| Private | 39% |
| Government | 51% |
Victim advocate jobs by industry
The most common industries for victim advocates are government, professional and health care.
Victim advocate industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 32% |
| Health Care | 17% |
| Professional | 17% |
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Education | 5% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Victim advocate turnover and employment statistics
Victim advocate unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for victim advocates between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Victim advocate unemployment rate by year
| Year | Victim advocate unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.13% |
| 2011 | 7.37% |
| 2012 | 7.31% |
| 2013 | 6.59% |
| 2014 | 5.50% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.87% |
| 2017 | 3.26% |
| 2018 | 2.50% |
| 2019 | 2.81% |
| 2020 | 4.13% |
| 2021 | 3.99% |
Average victim advocate tenure
The average victim advocate stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,989 victim advocates resumes in Zippia's database.
Victim advocate tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Victim advocate LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of victim advocates 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Parole Agent | 9.50% | 24,991 |
| Student Coordinator | 10.75% | 40,861 |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Victim Advocate | 11.48% | - |
| Mental Hygienist | 15.06% | 28,826 |
| Crisis Intervention Specialist | 15.06% | 80,817 |
Similar victim advocate jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Counselor | 8.96% | 34,058 |
| Parole Agent | 9.50% | 24,991 |
| Student Coordinator | 10.75% | 40,861 |
| Sexual Assault Social Worker | 11.25% | 42,731 |
| Mental Hygienist | 15.06% | 28,826 |
| Crisis Intervention Specialist | 15.06% | 80,817 |
Foreign languages spoken by victim advocates
The most common foreign language among victim advocates is Spanish at 72.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.7% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 3.1%.
- Spanish, 72.2%
- French, 6.7%
- Arabic, 3.1%
- Chinese, 2.7%
- Italian, 2.4%
- Other, 12.9%
Victim advocate languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 72.2% |
| French | 6.7% |
| Arabic | 3.1% |
| Chinese | 2.7% |
| Italian | 2.4% |
| Other | 12.9% |
