Cosmetic Chemist demographics and statistics in the US
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Cosmetic Chemist gender statistics
48.1% of cosmetic chemists are women and 51.9% of cosmetic chemists are men.
- Male, 51.9%
- Female, 48.1%
Cosmetic Chemist gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 51.9% |
| Female | 48.1% |
Cosmetic Chemist gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$60,133
Female Income
$58,714
Cosmetic Chemist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cosmetic chemist positions over time. Currently, 48.1% of cosmetic chemists are female.
Cosmetic Chemist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.48% | 50.52% |
| 2011 | 51.31% | 48.69% |
| 2012 | 53.85% | 46.15% |
| 2013 | 52.27% | 47.73% |
| 2014 | 54.06% | 45.94% |
| 2015 | 52.21% | 47.79% |
| 2016 | 56.20% | 43.80% |
| 2017 | 50.60% | 49.40% |
| 2018 | 53.43% | 46.57% |
| 2019 | 47.78% | 52.22% |
| 2020 | 57.28% | 42.72% |
| 2021 | 51.85% | 48.15% |
Cosmetic Chemist related jobs gender ratio
We compared cosmetic chemists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, seismologist and optical scientist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Aerologist | 11% | 89% |
| Senior Advocate | 33% | 67% |
| Cosmetic Chemist | 52% | 48% |
| Remote Sensing Engineer | 91% | 9% |
| Optical Scientist | 91% | 9% |
| Seismologist | 94% | 6% |
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Cosmetic Chemist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among cosmetic chemists is White, which makes up 59.0% of all cosmetic chemists. Comparatively, 18.4% of cosmetic chemists are Asian and 9.5% of cosmetic chemists are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 59.0%
- Asian, 18.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.5%
- Black or African American, 8.2%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Cosmetic Chemist Race
| Cosmetic Chemist Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.0% |
| Asian | 18.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.5% |
| Black or African American | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Cosmetic Chemist race and ethnicity over time
See how cosmetic chemist 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
Cosmetic Chemist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.16% | 8.44% | 18.18% | 5.44% |
| 2011 | 65.16% | 7.99% | 18.24% | 6.55% |
| 2012 | 65.93% | 8.59% | 16.44% | 5.98% |
| 2013 | 64.21% | 8.68% | 16.76% | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 66.21% | 9.40% | 15.99% | 5.48% |
| 2015 | 63.81% | 8.96% | 17.99% | 7.22% |
| 2016 | 65.61% | 8.93% | 16.08% | 7.09% |
| 2017 | 66.39% | 8.69% | 15.67% | 6.85% |
| 2018 | 64.28% | 7.30% | 17.57% | 8.01% |
| 2019 | 65.41% | 8.05% | 16.89% | 7.31% |
| 2020 | 62.22% | 7.86% | 15.99% | 8.46% |
| 2021 | 59.03% | 8.19% | 18.36% | 9.54% |
Cosmetic Chemist wage gap by race
According to our data, white cosmetic chemists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino cosmetic chemists have the lowest average salary at $59,049.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $60,825 |
| White | $60,922 |
| Black or African American | $59,314 |
| Asian | $60,583 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $59,049 |
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Average cosmetic chemist age
See how the average age of cosmetic chemists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Cosmetic Chemist age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 37 | 35 |
| White | 39 | 39 |
| Black or African American | 41 | 43 |
| Asian | 45 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39.5 | 40 |
Cosmetic Chemist age breakdown
The average age of cosmetic chemists is 40+ years years old, representing 52% of the cosmetic chemist population.
Cosmetic Chemist age breakdown
| Cosmetic Chemist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 52% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Cosmetic Chemist educational attainment
The most common degree for cosmetic chemists is bachelor's degree, with 63% of cosmetic chemists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 18% and master's degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 63%
- Master's, 18%
- Associate, 12%
- License, 2%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Cosmetic Chemists by degree level
| Cosmetic Chemist Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 63% |
| Master's | 18% |
| Associate | 12% |
| License | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Cosmetic Chemist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, cosmetic chemists with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $73,421 annually. With a Master's degree, cosmetic chemists earn a median annual income of $62,804 compared to $54,735 for cosmetic chemists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $62,804 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,735 |
| Doctorate Degree | $73,421 |
Cosmetic Chemist employment statistics
Company size where cosmetic chemists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where cosmetic chemists work.
Cosmetic Chemist jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 27% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Cosmetic Chemist jobs by industry
The most common industries for cosmetic chemists are manufacturing, retail and health care.
Cosmetic Chemist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 49% |
| Retail | 14% |
| Start-up | 9% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Pharmaceutical | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
Cosmetic Chemist turnover and employment statistics
Cosmetic Chemist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for cosmetic chemists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Cosmetic Chemist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Cosmetic Chemist Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.99% |
| 2011 | 3.72% |
| 2012 | 4.14% |
| 2013 | 4.11% |
| 2014 | 2.44% |
| 2015 | 2.28% |
| 2016 | 2.22% |
| 2017 | 1.77% |
| 2018 | 1.41% |
| 2019 | 2.24% |
| 2020 | 2.63% |
| 2021 | 2.63% |
Average cosmetic chemist tenure
The average cosmetic chemist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 75 cosmetic chemists resumes in Zippia's database.
Cosmetic Chemist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 35% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Cosmetic Chemist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of cosmetic chemists 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Internship | 4.45% | 48,632 |
| Cosmetic Chemist | 5.26% | - |
| Remote Sensing Program Manager | 8.32% | 71,760 |
| Environmental Specialist | 15.61% | 18,074 |
Similar cosmetic chemist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Geology Internship | 4.45% | 48,632 |
| Remote Sensing Program Manager | 8.32% | 71,760 |
| Environmental Specialist | 15.61% | 18,074 |
Foreign languages spoken by cosmetic chemists
The most common foreign language among cosmetic chemists is Spanish at 25.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 10.0% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 25.0%
- Chinese, 10.0%
- Japanese, 10.0%
- French, 10.0%
- Mandarin, 10.0%
- Other, 35.0%
Cosmetic Chemist languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 25.0% |
| Chinese | 10.0% |
| Japanese | 10.0% |
| French | 10.0% |
| Mandarin | 10.0% |
| Other | 35.0% |