Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for vocational specialists in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 5,942 vocational specialists currently employed in the United States.
- 68.3% of all vocational specialists are women, while 31.7% are men.
- The average age of an employed vocational specialist is 41 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of vocational specialists is White (67.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.2%), Black or African American (10.6%) and Unknown (3.8%).
- Vocational specialists are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- Pittsburg, CA pays an annual average wage of $53,329, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 99% of what men earned.
- Massachusetts is the best state for vocational specialists to live.
- Vocational specialists are 71% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to education companies.
Vocational Specialist Statistics By Gender
68.3% of vocational specialists are women and 31.7% of vocational specialists are men.
- Female, 68.3%
- Male, 31.7%
Vocational Specialists By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 68.3% |
| Male | 31.7% |
Gender Pay Gap For Vocational Specialist
Women Earn 99ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Vocational Specialist Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the vocational specialist position over time.
Vocational Specialist Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42.02% | 57.98% |
| 2011 | 40.24% | 59.76% |
| 2012 | 40.00% | 60.00% |
| 2013 | 39.74% | 60.26% |
| 2014 | 38.64% | 61.36% |
| 2015 | 38.72% | 61.28% |
| 2016 | 37.46% | 62.54% |
| 2017 | 36.64% | 63.36% |
| 2018 | 32.37% | 67.63% |
| 2019 | 33.85% | 66.15% |
| 2020 | 29.87% | 70.13% |
| 2021 | 31.73% | 68.27% |
Vocational Specialist Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Vocational Specialist | 32% | 68% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
Vocational Specialist Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among vocational specialists is White, which makes up 67.0% of all vocational specialists. Comparatively, there are 14.2% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 10.6% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 67.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Vocational Specialist Race
| Vocational Specialist Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Vocational Specialist Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among vocational specialists.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Vocational Specialist Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.45% | 15.69% | 2.72% | 8.31% |
| 2011 | 69.57% | 15.56% | 2.82% | 8.79% |
| 2012 | 68.76% | 15.46% | 2.62% | 9.65% |
| 2013 | 69.18% | 15.73% | 2.66% | 9.33% |
| 2014 | 68.78% | 15.39% | 2.79% | 9.76% |
| 2015 | 69.46% | 14.13% | 3.09% | 10.11% |
| 2016 | 68.87% | 14.04% | 2.98% | 10.56% |
| 2017 | 69.66% | 14.06% | 2.85% | 10.41% |
| 2018 | 70.75% | 10.81% | 4.54% | 11.44% |
| 2019 | 69.83% | 12.09% | 4.04% | 11.42% |
| 2020 | 68.46% | 10.85% | 3.30% | 12.57% |
| 2021 | 67.03% | 10.64% | 3.74% | 14.20% |
Vocational Specialist Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,063 |
| White | $35,098 |
| Black or African American | $34,881 |
| Asian | $35,540 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,907 |
Average Age of a Vocational Specialist
We determined the average age of vocational specialists based on ethnicity and gender.
Vocational Specialist Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 44 |
| Unknown | 40 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 40 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38.5 | 39 |
| White | 41 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Vocational Specialist Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of vocational specialist employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of vocational specialists is 40+ years old, which represents 55% of the population.
Vocational Specialist Age
| Vocational Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Types of Vocational Specialist Degree Levels
- Bachelors, 62%
- Masters, 22%
- Associate, 9%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Vocational Specialists By Education
| Vocational Specialist Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 62% |
| Masters | 22% |
| Associate | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Vocational Specialist Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $39,834 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,276 |
| Doctorate Degree | $40,297 |
Vocational Specialist Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where vocational specialists work. We found most vocational specialists work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most vocational specialists is the health care industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire vocational specialists.
Vocational Specialist Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 38% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
The Types Of Companies Vocational Specialist Work In
Employees with the vocational specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most vocational specialists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Vocational Specialist Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 12% |
Top Industries Hiring Vocational Specialists
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ vocational specialists. Those industries include health care, non profits and professional.
Vocational Specialist Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 35% |
| Non Profits | 19% |
| Professional | 16% |
| Government | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Vocational Specialist Turnover And Employment Statistics
Vocational Specialist Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of vocational specialists changed.
- Unemployment rate
Vocational Specialist Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Vocational Specialist Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.18% |
| 2011 | 5.42% |
| 2012 | 4.84% |
| 2013 | 4.91% |
| 2014 | 3.67% |
| 2015 | 3.13% |
| 2016 | 3.01% |
| 2017 | 2.42% |
| 2018 | 2.05% |
| 2019 | 1.74% |
| 2020 | 2.08% |
| 2021 | 2.02% |
The Average Number of Years That Vocational Specialist Stay in a Job
By looking over 1,078 vocational specialists resumes, we figured out that the average vocational specialist enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 38%.
Vocational Specialist Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Vocational Specialists with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to vocational specialists.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Deputy Probation Officer | 9.50% | 57,433 |
| Vocational Specialist | 10.75% | - |
| Criminal Justice Social Worker | 11.25% | 85,917 |
| Program Evaluator | 11.48% | 63,544 |
| Intake Counselor | 15.06% | 77,050 |
| Primary Therapist | 15.06% | 85,127 |
Vocational Specialist LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Deputy Probation Officer | 9.50% | 57,433 |
| Criminal Justice Social Worker | 11.25% | 85,917 |
| Program Evaluator | 11.48% | 63,544 |
| Intake Counselor | 15.06% | 77,050 |
| Primary Therapist | 15.06% | 85,127 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Vocational Specialists
The most common foreign language among vocational specialists is Spanish at 64.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Vietnamese at 5.9% and Hmong is the third-most popular at 5.9%.
- Spanish, 64.7%
- Vietnamese, 5.9%
- Hmong, 5.9%
- Portuguese, 2.9%
- Khmer, 2.9%
- Other, 17.7%
Vocational Specialist Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.7% |
| Vietnamese | 5.9% |
| Hmong | 5.9% |
| Portuguese | 2.9% |
| Khmer | 2.9% |
| Other | 17.7% |
