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Diversity Equity And Inclusion In The Information Industry Statistics

With women holding 35.9% of U.S. information-related jobs but earning about 18% less on average in tech, and 32% of employees still uncomfortable disclosing their identity at work, the page connects representation, pay equity, and day-to-day inclusion. It also tracks how DEI practices are changing, from structured interviews used by 49% of HR leaders to rising pay transparency rules, alongside the talent pipeline gaps that shape who gets hired and promoted in information industries.

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35.9% of the U.S. workforce in information-related occupations is women (2022)

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7.4% of U.S. software developers identified as Hispanic or Latino (2022), indicating ongoing racial/ethnic underrepresentation in an information-industry occupation

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In the U.S., 30% of computer science bachelor's degrees are awarded to women (2022)

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In the U.S., Asian students earn 56% of computer science degrees (2019-2020)

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In the U.S., Black students earn 8% of computer science degrees (2021)

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12.2% of all STEM workers are underrepresented minorities (URM) in the U.S. tech workforce (2022)

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Women earn 18% less than men on average in the U.S. technology sector (2022, gender wage gap estimate)

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Asian workers in tech earn 10% more than White workers (2022)

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In 2023, 49% of HR leaders said their organizations use structured interviews to reduce bias

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In 2022, 53% of Fortune 500 boards included at least one diversity-focused committee (Spencer Stuart board analysis, 2022)

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In 2023, 66% of employees said they feel included at work (Deloitte, 2023)

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In 2022, 58% of workers said DEI efforts improved their perception of a company (Glassdoor workplace study, 2022)

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In 2021, ethnoracial diversity in U.S. tech firms was positively associated with revenue growth; the study reports 5% higher revenues in more diverse firms (Catalyst, 2021 meta-analysis)

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In 2017, McKinsey found companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity were 33% more likely to have above-average profitability

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In 2022, the OECD reported that women’s labor force participation gaps reduce growth; the estimate is that closing the gap could add up to 12% to GDP (OECD, 2012-2022 synthesis)

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In 2023, 54% of employees believe their organization is committed to DEI (Microsoft Work Trend Index 2023)

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In 2022, 71% of job seekers said DEI is important to them (CareerBuilder survey, 2022)

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In 2023, 50% of tech employees said they are willing to take a pay cut for a more inclusive workplace (Glassdoor, 2023)

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In 2022, the global DEI software market is estimated at $2.6B and projected to reach $5.0B by 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2022)

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The U.S. DEI software market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 14.7% from 2023 to 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023)

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In 2023, the global corporate E-learning market reached $93.2B (USD) (Global Market Insights)

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In 2023, the global HR analytics market size was $4.4B with forecast to reach $15.9B by 2032 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023)

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In 2024, the global benefits administration software market was valued at $3.7B (Fortune Business Insights, 2024)

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In 2023, the global workforce management software market was $3.1B (IMARC Group)

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In 2022, the global talent management software market was $10.3B and forecast to reach $35.9B by 2029 (Fortune Business Insights, 2022)

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In 2021, global HR software market size was $14.0B (Statista, based on reports)

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In 2022, global learning management system (LMS) market size was $18.3B (MarketsandMarkets, 2022)

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In 2024, global background check services market was $6.4B (Business Research Company, 2024)

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In 2023, global AI hiring software market was $1.9B (Grand View Research, 2023)

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In 2022, global HR tech spending reached $38B (Gartner, 2022)

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13% of U.S. employees reported they were in organizations that provide diversity training that includes evaluation (2022)

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32% of employees reported that they were not comfortable disclosing their identity at work (2022), which can affect hiring and promotion for underrepresented groups

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46% of companies report using some form of bias mitigation in hiring (2022), reflecting adoption of DEI-related hiring controls

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Women with similar qualifications earn 92 cents for every $1 earned by men on average in the U.S. (2023), showing an earnings gap relevant to DEI outcomes

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Hispanic workers earn 79% of what White workers earn on average (U.S., 2022), indicating a racial/ethnic earnings gap

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31% of employees reported they do not feel comfortable being themselves at work (2022), which is directly tied to inclusion outcomes

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1,000+ employees are covered by mandatory pay transparency reporting in the U.S. state of Colorado, reflecting growing regulatory pressure tied to DEI equity practices

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In the EU, companies with 250+ employees and meeting criteria are required to report gender pay gap statistics (Directive 2023/970), strengthening DEI compliance

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 12, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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Only 66% of employees say they feel included at work, even as DEI has become a core expectation for talent. Meanwhile, pay and representation gaps persist across the information industry, from women earning 18% less than men on average to underrepresented minorities making up just 12.2% of the US tech workforce. We pulled together the latest DEI hiring and workplace signals, plus market and training adoption figures, to show where progress is real and where it stalls.

Key Takeaways

35.9% of the U.S. workforce in information-related occupations is women (2022)
7.4% of U.S. software developers identified as Hispanic or Latino (2022), indicating ongoing racial/ethnic underrepresentation in an information-industry occupation
In the U.S., 30% of computer science bachelor's degrees are awarded to women (2022)
In the U.S., Asian students earn 56% of computer science degrees (2019-2020)
In the U.S., Black students earn 8% of computer science degrees (2021)
Women earn 18% less than men on average in the U.S. technology sector (2022, gender wage gap estimate)
Asian workers in tech earn 10% more than White workers (2022)
In 2023, 49% of HR leaders said their organizations use structured interviews to reduce bias
In 2022, 53% of Fortune 500 boards included at least one diversity-focused committee (Spencer Stuart board analysis, 2022)
In 2023, 66% of employees said they feel included at work (Deloitte, 2023)
In 2022, 58% of workers said DEI efforts improved their perception of a company (Glassdoor workplace study, 2022)
In 2021, ethnoracial diversity in U.S. tech firms was positively associated with revenue growth; the study reports 5% higher revenues in more diverse firms (Catalyst, 2021 meta-analysis)
In 2022, the global DEI software market is estimated at $2.6B and projected to reach $5.0B by 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2022)
The U.S. DEI software market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 14.7% from 2023 to 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023)
In 2023, the global corporate E-learning market reached $93.2B (USD) (Global Market Insights)

Workplace inclusion is improving, but gender, race, and earnings gaps persist across information and tech careers.

Workforce Representation

135.9% of the U.S. workforce in information-related occupations is women (2022)[1]

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27.4% of U.S. software developers identified as Hispanic or Latino (2022), indicating ongoing racial/ethnic underrepresentation in an information-industry occupation[2]

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Workforce Representation Interpretation

In workforce representation within the information industry, women make up 35.9% of the U.S. workforce in information-related occupations, while only 7.4% of software developers are Hispanic or Latino in 2022, underscoring persistent underrepresentation of key groups.

Education Pipelines

1In the U.S., 30% of computer science bachelor's degrees are awarded to women (2022)[3]

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2In the U.S., Asian students earn 56% of computer science degrees (2019-2020)[4]

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3In the U.S., Black students earn 8% of computer science degrees (2021)[5]

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412.2% of all STEM workers are underrepresented minorities (URM) in the U.S. tech workforce (2022)[6]

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Education Pipelines Interpretation

For the education pipelines into U.S. tech, women earn just 30% of computer science bachelor’s degrees while Black students receive only 8% and URM make up 12.2% of STEM workers, showing that major underrepresentation persists from degree awarding through the workforce.

Pay Equity & Hiring

1Women earn 18% less than men on average in the U.S. technology sector (2022, gender wage gap estimate)[7]

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2Asian workers in tech earn 10% more than White workers (2022)[8]

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3In 2023, 49% of HR leaders said their organizations use structured interviews to reduce bias[9]

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Pay Equity & Hiring Interpretation

In pay equity and hiring within the information industry, the gender wage gap still stands at women earning 18% less than men, while structured interviews are being used by 49% of HR leaders in 2023 to help reduce bias.

Diversity Programs

1In 2022, 53% of Fortune 500 boards included at least one diversity-focused committee (Spencer Stuart board analysis, 2022)[10]

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Diversity Programs Interpretation

In 2022, 53% of Fortune 500 boards had at least one diversity-focused committee, signaling that diversity programs are increasingly institutionalized at the highest levels of leadership.

Industry Trends

1In 2023, 66% of employees said they feel included at work (Deloitte, 2023)[11]

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2In 2022, 58% of workers said DEI efforts improved their perception of a company (Glassdoor workplace study, 2022)[12]

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3In 2021, ethnoracial diversity in U.S. tech firms was positively associated with revenue growth; the study reports 5% higher revenues in more diverse firms (Catalyst, 2021 meta-analysis)[13]

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4In 2017, McKinsey found companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity were 33% more likely to have above-average profitability[14]

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5In 2022, the OECD reported that women’s labor force participation gaps reduce growth; the estimate is that closing the gap could add up to 12% to GDP (OECD, 2012-2022 synthesis)[15]

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6In 2023, 54% of employees believe their organization is committed to DEI (Microsoft Work Trend Index 2023)[16]

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7In 2022, 71% of job seekers said DEI is important to them (CareerBuilder survey, 2022)[17]

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8In 2023, 50% of tech employees said they are willing to take a pay cut for a more inclusive workplace (Glassdoor, 2023)[18]

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Industry Trends Interpretation

The clearest Industry Trends signal is that inclusion is becoming a measurable workplace expectation, with 66% of employees reporting they feel included in 2023 and 71% of job seekers saying DEI matters to them in 2022.

Market Size

1In 2022, the global DEI software market is estimated at $2.6B and projected to reach $5.0B by 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2022)[19]

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2The U.S. DEI software market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 14.7% from 2023 to 2030 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023)[20]

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3In 2023, the global corporate E-learning market reached $93.2B (USD) (Global Market Insights)[21]

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4In 2023, the global HR analytics market size was $4.4B with forecast to reach $15.9B by 2032 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023)[22]

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5In 2024, the global benefits administration software market was valued at $3.7B (Fortune Business Insights, 2024)[23]

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6In 2023, the global workforce management software market was $3.1B (IMARC Group)[24]

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7In 2022, the global talent management software market was $10.3B and forecast to reach $35.9B by 2029 (Fortune Business Insights, 2022)[25]

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8In 2021, global HR software market size was $14.0B (Statista, based on reports)[26]

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9In 2022, global learning management system (LMS) market size was $18.3B (MarketsandMarkets, 2022)[27]

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10In 2024, global background check services market was $6.4B (Business Research Company, 2024)[28]

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11In 2023, global AI hiring software market was $1.9B (Grand View Research, 2023)[29]

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12In 2022, global HR tech spending reached $38B (Gartner, 2022)[30]

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Market Size Interpretation

Market Size data shows DEI and adjacent HR technology is expanding rapidly, with the global DEI software market rising from $2.6B in 2022 to a projected $5.0B by 2030 while related HR and talent platforms like workforce management and talent management software also reach multi billion dollar scales.

Governance & Policy

113% of U.S. employees reported they were in organizations that provide diversity training that includes evaluation (2022)[31]

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Governance & Policy Interpretation

In 2022, only 13% of U.S. employees reported being in organizations where diversity training is evaluated, suggesting that governance and policy efforts to measure impact are still limited.

Hiring & Promotion

132% of employees reported that they were not comfortable disclosing their identity at work (2022), which can affect hiring and promotion for underrepresented groups[32]

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246% of companies report using some form of bias mitigation in hiring (2022), reflecting adoption of DEI-related hiring controls[33]

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Hiring & Promotion Interpretation

In Hiring and Promotion, 32% of employees said they were not comfortable disclosing their identity at work in 2022, even as 46% of companies report using bias mitigation in hiring, suggesting progress on controls but a continuing barrier that could limit opportunities for underrepresented groups.

Pay & Equity Gaps

1Women with similar qualifications earn 92 cents for every $1 earned by men on average in the U.S. (2023), showing an earnings gap relevant to DEI outcomes[34]

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2Hispanic workers earn 79% of what White workers earn on average (U.S., 2022), indicating a racial/ethnic earnings gap[35]

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Pay & Equity Gaps Interpretation

Within the information industry’s Pay and Equity gaps, women make 92 cents for every $1 men earn on average in the U.S. and Hispanic workers earn just 79% of what White workers earn, highlighting persistent gender and racial pay disparities.

Inclusion & Belonging

131% of employees reported they do not feel comfortable being themselves at work (2022), which is directly tied to inclusion outcomes[36]

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Inclusion & Belonging Interpretation

In 2022, 31% of employees said they do not feel comfortable being themselves at work, signaling a clear inclusion and belonging gap that prevents people from fully showing up.

Dei Policy & Compliance

11,000+ employees are covered by mandatory pay transparency reporting in the U.S. state of Colorado, reflecting growing regulatory pressure tied to DEI equity practices[37]

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2In the EU, companies with 250+ employees and meeting criteria are required to report gender pay gap statistics (Directive 2023/970), strengthening DEI compliance[38]

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Dei Policy & Compliance Interpretation

With 1,000 plus employees in Colorado now covered by mandatory pay transparency reporting and the EU requiring gender pay gap reporting for companies with 250 plus employees, DEI Policy and Compliance is clearly tightening around pay disclosure as a core equity metric.

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AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree

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AI consensus: 4 of 4 models fully agree

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