Chief Diversity Officer demographics and statistics in the US
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Chief Diversity Officer gender statistics
54.5% of chief diversity officers are women and 45.5% of chief diversity officers are men.
- Female, 54.5%
- Male, 45.5%
Chief Diversity Officer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% |
| Male | 45.5% |
Chief Diversity Officer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$91,869
Female Income
$84,192
Chief Diversity Officer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in chief diversity officer positions over time. Currently, 54.5% of chief diversity officers are female.
Chief Diversity Officer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 54.19% | 45.81% |
| 2011 | 53.92% | 46.08% |
| 2012 | 53.00% | 47.00% |
| 2013 | 51.30% | 48.70% |
| 2014 | 50.62% | 49.38% |
| 2015 | 50.28% | 49.72% |
| 2016 | 49.54% | 50.46% |
| 2017 | 49.99% | 50.01% |
| 2018 | 49.79% | 50.21% |
| 2019 | 46.69% | 53.31% |
| 2020 | 45.44% | 54.56% |
| 2021 | 45.45% | 54.55% |
Chief Diversity Officer related jobs gender ratio
We compared chief diversity officers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Chief Diversity Officer | 45% | 55% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Chief Diversity Officer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among chief diversity officers is White, which makes up 76.1% of all chief diversity officers. Comparatively, 7.8% of chief diversity officers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.7% of chief diversity officers are Asian.
- White, 76.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.8%
- Asian, 7.7%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Chief Diversity Officer Race
| Chief Diversity Officer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.8% |
| Asian | 7.7% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Chief Diversity Officer race and ethnicity over time
See how chief diversity officer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Chief Diversity Officer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.68% | 3.39% | 5.85% | 6.30% |
| 2011 | 82.87% | 3.78% | 5.47% | 5.91% |
| 2012 | 82.11% | 3.71% | 6.02% | 6.37% |
| 2013 | 82.37% | 3.52% | 6.12% | 6.11% |
| 2014 | 82.40% | 3.65% | 5.76% | 6.43% |
| 2015 | 82.34% | 3.52% | 5.74% | 6.43% |
| 2016 | 82.00% | 3.42% | 6.31% | 6.26% |
| 2017 | 80.64% | 3.58% | 6.84% | 6.84% |
| 2018 | 80.14% | 3.42% | 7.05% | 7.15% |
| 2019 | 81.27% | 3.13% | 6.78% | 6.92% |
| 2020 | 77.89% | 3.61% | 7.25% | 7.23% |
| 2021 | 76.14% | 3.78% | 7.70% | 7.83% |
Chief Diversity Officer wage gap by race
According to our data, white chief diversity officers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american chief diversity officers have the lowest average salary at $89,538.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $90,805 |
| White | $93,981 |
| Black or African American | $89,538 |
| Asian | $93,438 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $91,657 |
Average chief diversity officer age
See how the average age of chief diversity officers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Chief Diversity Officer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 53 | 52 |
| Unknown | 51 | 49 |
| Asian | 49 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 50 | 46 |
| White | 53 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 52 | 48 |
Chief Diversity Officer age breakdown
The average age of chief diversity officers is 40+ years years old, representing 89% of the chief diversity officer population.
Chief Diversity Officer age breakdown
| Chief Diversity Officer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 89% |
| 30-40 years | 11% |
| 20-30 years | 0% |
Chief Diversity Officer educational attainment
The most common degree for chief diversity officers is bachelor's degree, with 60% of chief diversity officers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 16% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 60%
- Master's, 16%
- Doctorate, 10%
- Associate, 9%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Chief Diversity Officers by degree level
| Chief Diversity Officer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 60% |
| Master's | 16% |
| Doctorate | 10% |
| Associate | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Chief Diversity Officer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, chief diversity officers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $106,369 annually. With a Doctorate degree, chief diversity officers earn a median annual income of $106,357 compared to $99,686 for chief diversity officers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $106,369 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $99,686 |
| Doctorate Degree | $106,357 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $82,265 |
Chief Diversity Officer employment statistics
Most chief diversity officers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where chief diversity officers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where chief diversity officers work.
Chief Diversity Officer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 1% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 33% |
| > 10,000 employees | 28% |
Chief Diversity Officer jobs by company type
Employees with the chief diversity officer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most chief diversity officers prefer to work at education companies over public companies.
Chief Diversity Officer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 32% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 22% |
| Government | 20% |
Chief Diversity Officer jobs by industry
The most common industries for chief diversity officers are education, government and finance.
Chief Diversity Officer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 26% |
| Government | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
Chief Diversity Officer turnover and employment statistics
Chief Diversity Officer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for chief diversity officers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Chief Diversity Officer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Chief Diversity Officer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.37% |
| 2011 | 3.53% |
| 2012 | 3.04% |
| 2013 | 2.67% |
| 2014 | 2.12% |
| 2015 | 1.80% |
| 2016 | 1.98% |
| 2017 | 1.88% |
| 2018 | 1.65% |
| 2019 | 1.72% |
| 2020 | 2.10% |
| 2021 | 2.06% |
Average chief diversity officer tenure
The average chief diversity officer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 183 chief diversity officers resumes in Zippia's database.
Chief Diversity Officer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Chief Diversity Officer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of chief diversity officers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Manager Of Environmental Services | 7.93% | 92,312 |
| Membership Director | 8.41% | 22,430 |
| Global Account Manager | 9.38% | 173,713 |
| Division Chief | 9.63% | 14,138 |
| Chief Diversity Officer | 11.54% | - |
| Payroll/Human Resource Manager | 13.02% | 48,899 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Similar chief diversity officer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Manager Of Environmental Services | 7.93% | 92,312 |
| Membership Director | 8.41% | 22,430 |
| Global Account Manager | 9.38% | 173,713 |
| Division Chief | 9.63% | 14,138 |
| Payroll/Human Resource Manager | 13.02% | 48,899 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Foreign languages spoken by chief diversity officers
The most common foreign language among chief diversity officers is French at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 40.0% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- French, 40.0%
- Spanish, 40.0%
- Mandarin, 10.0%
- Arabic, 10.0%
Chief Diversity Officer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| French | 40.0% |
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| Mandarin | 10.0% |
| Arabic | 10.0% |
