Attendant demographics and statistics in the US
Attendant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates attendant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our attendant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about attendants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 84,364 attendants currently employed in the United States.
- 51.4% of all attendants are women, while 48.6% are men.
- The average attendant age is 48 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of attendants is White (59.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.2%), Black or African American (9.6%) and Asian (5.4%).
- Attendants are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- San Francisco, CA pays an annual average wage of $36,011, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women attendants earned 96% of what men earned.
- Oregon is the best state for attendants to live.
- Attendants are 70% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Attendant demographics by:
Attendant gender statistics
51.4% of attendants are women and 48.6% of attendants are men.
- Female, 51.4%
- Male, 48.6%
Attendant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% |
| Male | 48.6% |
Attendant gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,012
Female income
$27,739
Attendant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in attendant positions over time. Currently, 51.4% of attendants are female.
Attendant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 46.96% | 53.04% |
| 2011 | 46.92% | 53.08% |
| 2012 | 45.18% | 54.82% |
| 2013 | 48.22% | 51.78% |
| 2014 | 48.53% | 51.47% |
| 2015 | 49.15% | 50.85% |
| 2016 | 47.18% | 52.82% |
| 2017 | 46.68% | 53.32% |
| 2018 | 46.73% | 53.27% |
| 2019 | 45.88% | 54.12% |
| 2020 | 46.73% | 53.27% |
| 2021 | 48.55% | 51.45% |
Attendant related jobs gender ratio
We compared attendants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, duct cleaner and floor polisher have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Maid Supervisor | 6% | 94% |
| Maid Housekeeper | 9% | 91% |
| Chambermaid | 9% | 91% |
| Attendant | 49% | 51% |
| Rug Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
| Floor Polisher | 97% | 3% |
| Duct Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
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Attendant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among attendants is White, which makes up 59.8% of all attendants. Comparatively, 19.2% of attendants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.6% of attendants are Black or African American.
- White, 59.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.2%
- Black or African American, 9.6%
- Asian, 5.4%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Attendant race
| Attendant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.2% |
| Black or African American | 9.6% |
| Asian | 5.4% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Attendant race and ethnicity over time
See how attendant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Attendant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.12% | 12.82% | 4.12% | 17.05% |
| 2011 | 62.58% | 13.87% | 4.30% | 15.94% |
| 2012 | 62.90% | 12.65% | 4.14% | 17.29% |
| 2013 | 62.70% | 12.08% | 4.53% | 17.61% |
| 2014 | 62.18% | 12.17% | 4.86% | 17.74% |
| 2015 | 62.54% | 11.63% | 4.80% | 17.81% |
| 2016 | 61.99% | 11.24% | 4.71% | 18.84% |
| 2017 | 61.61% | 10.93% | 5.05% | 18.85% |
| 2018 | 61.90% | 10.37% | 4.96% | 19.31% |
| 2019 | 63.75% | 9.65% | 5.20% | 17.88% |
| 2020 | 62.67% | 9.25% | 5.02% | 18.03% |
| 2021 | 59.78% | 9.64% | 5.43% | 19.18% |
Attendant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian attendants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american attendants have the lowest average salary at $28,684.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,709 |
| White | $28,687 |
| Black or African American | $28,684 |
| Asian | $29,924 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,077 |
Average attendant age
See how the average age of attendants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Attendant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | 50 |
| Unknown | 42 | 46 |
| Asian | 49.5 | 52 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 49 | 48 |
| White | 49 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 | 45 |
Attendant age breakdown
The average age of attendants is 40+ years years old, representing 75% of the attendant population.
Attendant age breakdown
| Attendant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 75% |
| 30-40 years | 17% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Attendant educational attainment
The most common degree for attendants is bachelor's degree, with 35% of attendants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 32% and high school diploma degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 35%
- High School Diploma, 32%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Attendants by degree level
| Attendant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 35% |
| High School Diploma | 32% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Attendant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, attendants with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $29,495 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, attendants earn a median annual income of $29,260 compared to $28,677 for attendants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,677 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,260 |
| No Education | $28,197 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,495 |
Attendant employment statistics
Most attendants work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where attendants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where attendants work.
Attendant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 29% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Attendant jobs by company type
Employees with the attendant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most attendants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Attendant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 6% |
Attendant jobs by industry
The most common industries for attendants are hospitality, health care and retail.
Attendant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 25% |
| Health Care | 12% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Government | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Attendant turnover and employment statistics
Attendant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for attendants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Attendant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Attendant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.70% |
| 2011 | 11.68% |
| 2012 | 10.82% |
| 2013 | 9.61% |
| 2014 | 8.58% |
| 2015 | 7.99% |
| 2016 | 7.13% |
| 2017 | 6.55% |
| 2018 | 6.61% |
| 2019 | 5.39% |
| 2020 | 8.82% |
| 2021 | 9.26% |
Average attendant tenure
The average attendant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 48,558 attendants resumes in Zippia's database.
Attendant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 38% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Attendant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of attendants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pest Controller | 2.07% | 16,235 |
| Landscape Foreman | 2.17% | 13,732 |
| Tree Trimmer | 3.47% | 3,590 |
| Attendant | 4.38% | - |
| Station Cleaning Porter | 4.88% | 19,255 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Executive Housekeeper | 7.41% | 116,774 |
Similar attendant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pest Controller | 2.07% | 16,235 |
| Landscape Foreman | 2.17% | 13,732 |
| Tree Trimmer | 3.47% | 3,590 |
| Station Cleaning Porter | 4.88% | 19,255 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Executive Housekeeper | 7.41% | 116,774 |
Foreign languages spoken by attendants
The most common foreign language among attendants is Spanish at 67.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.2% and German is the third-most popular at 3.8%.
- Spanish, 67.6%
- French, 8.2%
- German, 3.8%
- Arabic, 2.1%
- Portuguese, 2.0%
- Other, 16.3%
Attendant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 67.6% |
| French | 8.2% |
| German | 3.8% |
| Arabic | 2.1% |
| Portuguese | 2.0% |
| Other | 16.3% |
