Contributing Photographer demographics and statistics in the US
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Contributing Photographer demographics by:
Contributing Photographer gender statistics
47.4% of contributing photographers are women and 52.6% of contributing photographers are men.
- Male, 52.6%
- Female, 47.4%
Contributing Photographer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 52.6% |
| Female | 47.4% |
Contributing Photographer gender pay gap
Women earn 77¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$50,601
Female Income
$38,744
Contributing Photographer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in contributing photographer positions over time. Currently, 47.4% of contributing photographers are female.
Contributing Photographer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 51.63% | 48.37% |
| 2011 | 51.58% | 48.42% |
| 2012 | 50.28% | 49.72% |
| 2013 | 48.53% | 51.47% |
| 2014 | 51.39% | 48.61% |
| 2015 | 54.61% | 45.39% |
| 2016 | 55.48% | 44.52% |
| 2017 | 54.82% | 45.18% |
| 2018 | 53.67% | 46.33% |
| 2019 | 49.78% | 50.22% |
| 2020 | 46.26% | 53.74% |
| 2021 | 52.61% | 47.39% |
Contributing Photographer related jobs gender ratio
We compared contributing photographers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, broadcast maintenance engineer and audio installer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Photographer Helper | 18% | 82% |
| Studio Associate | 23% | 77% |
| Photography Internship | 30% | 70% |
| Contributing Photographer | 53% | 47% |
| News Cameraman | 95% | 5% |
| Audio Installer | 95% | 5% |
| Broadcast Maintenance Engineer | 98% | 2% |
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Contributing Photographer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among contributing photographers is White, which makes up 65.5% of all contributing photographers. Comparatively, 15.2% of contributing photographers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.0% of contributing photographers are Asian.
- White, 65.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.2%
- Asian, 7.0%
- Black or African American, 6.3%
- Unknown, 5.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Contributing Photographer Race
| Contributing Photographer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.2% |
| Asian | 7.0% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 5.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Contributing Photographer race and ethnicity over time
See how contributing photographer 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
Contributing Photographer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.27% | 6.42% | 4.67% | 13.58% |
| 2011 | 74.84% | 5.75% | 4.36% | 12.08% |
| 2012 | 72.37% | 5.78% | 4.30% | 14.08% |
| 2013 | 72.80% | 5.85% | 4.90% | 13.16% |
| 2014 | 73.03% | 5.61% | 5.13% | 12.81% |
| 2015 | 71.88% | 6.28% | 4.84% | 13.83% |
| 2016 | 72.61% | 4.34% | 5.25% | 14.33% |
| 2017 | 72.64% | 6.18% | 4.43% | 13.74% |
| 2018 | 70.05% | 6.35% | 5.78% | 14.90% |
| 2019 | 71.90% | 5.61% | 5.49% | 13.76% |
| 2020 | 70.08% | 5.05% | 5.45% | 14.10% |
| 2021 | 65.53% | 6.33% | 7.02% | 15.18% |
Contributing Photographer wage gap by race
According to our data, white contributing photographers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american contributing photographers have the lowest average salary at $47,827.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $51,901 |
| White | $53,755 |
| Black or African American | $47,827 |
| Asian | $50,584 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,149 |
Contributing Photographer JOBS
Average contributing photographer age
See how the average age of contributing photographers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Contributing Photographer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34 | 30 |
| White | 43 | 34 |
| Black or African American | 33 | |
| Asian | 35 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 33 |
Contributing Photographer age breakdown
The average age of contributing photographers is 40+ years years old, representing 44% of the contributing photographer population.
Contributing Photographer age breakdown
| Contributing Photographer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 44% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 23% |
Contributing Photographer educational attainment
The most common degree for contributing photographers is bachelor's degree, with 80% of contributing photographers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 80%
- Associate, 12%
- Master's, 4%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 0%
Contributing Photographers by degree level
| Contributing Photographer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 80% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Master's | 4% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 0% |
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Contributing Photographer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, contributing photographers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $56,198 annually. With a Associate degree, contributing photographers earn a median annual income of $45,039 compared to $39,674 for contributing photographers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,674 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,198 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,039 |
Contributing Photographer employment statistics
Most contributing photographers work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where contributing photographers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where contributing photographers work.
Contributing Photographer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Contributing Photographer jobs by company type
Employees with the contributing photographer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most contributing photographers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Contributing Photographer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 15% |
| Public | 21% |
| Private | 57% |
| Government | 7% |
Contributing Photographer jobs by industry
The most common industries for contributing photographers are media, education and retail.
Contributing Photographer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 32% |
| Education | 13% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Government | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
Contributing Photographer turnover and employment statistics
Contributing Photographer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for contributing photographers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Contributing Photographer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Contributing Photographer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.20% |
| 2011 | 12.90% |
| 2012 | 10.02% |
| 2013 | 11.78% |
| 2014 | 8.02% |
| 2015 | 8.68% |
| 2016 | 6.42% |
| 2017 | 6.80% |
| 2018 | 6.68% |
| 2019 | 4.40% |
| 2020 | 12.28% |
| 2021 | 13.40% |
Average contributing photographer tenure
The average contributing photographer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 365 contributing photographers resumes in Zippia's database.
Contributing Photographer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 7% |
| 5-7 years | 28% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Contributing Photographer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of contributing photographers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Compressor Technician | 5.55% | 50,614 |
| Live Truck Technician | 7.31% | 44,718 |
| Contributing Photographer | 11.17% | - |
| Contributing Editor | 11.70% | 5,306 |
| Visual Designer | 12.14% | 46,815 |
| Interior Design Assistant | 17.34% | 46,701 |
| Actress | 23.07% | 2,661 |
Similar contributing photographer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Compressor Technician | 5.55% | 50,614 |
| Live Truck Technician | 7.31% | 44,718 |
| Contributing Editor | 11.70% | 5,306 |
| Visual Designer | 12.14% | 46,815 |
| Interior Design Assistant | 17.34% | 46,701 |
| Actress | 23.07% | 2,661 |
Foreign languages spoken by contributing photographers
The most common foreign language among contributing photographers is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 12.5% and French is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Portuguese, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
- Danish, 6.3%
- German, 6.3%
- Other, 12.4%
Contributing Photographer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Portuguese | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
| Danish | 6.3% |
| German | 6.3% |
| Other | 12.4% |