Barker demographics and statistics in the US
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Barker gender statistics
48.5% of barkers are women and 51.5% of barkers are men.
- Male, 51.5%
- Female, 48.5%
Barker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 51.5% |
| Female | 48.5% |
Barker gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,492
Female income
$40,188
Barker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in barker positions over time. Currently, 48.5% of barkers are female.
Barker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48.71% | 51.29% |
| 2011 | 45.39% | 54.61% |
| 2012 | 47.99% | 52.01% |
| 2013 | 46.42% | 53.58% |
| 2014 | 47.42% | 52.58% |
| 2015 | 44.21% | 55.79% |
| 2016 | 45.73% | 54.27% |
| 2017 | 48.45% | 51.55% |
| 2018 | 49.86% | 50.14% |
| 2019 | 47.52% | 52.48% |
| 2020 | 45.43% | 54.57% |
| 2021 | 51.45% | 48.55% |
Barker related jobs gender ratio
We compared barkers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pin chaser and ferris wheel operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Costume Seamstress | 7% | 93% |
| Tanning Salon Attendant | 11% | 89% |
| Fitting Room Attendant | 12% | 88% |
| Barker | 51% | 49% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Barker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among barkers is White, which makes up 62.4% of all barkers. Comparatively, 16.1% of barkers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.3% of barkers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.1%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Asian, 6.5%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Barker race
| Barker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.1% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Asian | 6.5% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Barker race and ethnicity over time
See how barker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Barker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.29% | 10.55% | 4.38% | 13.45% |
| 2011 | 63.99% | 13.38% | 5.34% | 13.87% |
| 2012 | 65.45% | 11.79% | 4.81% | 13.71% |
| 2013 | 65.92% | 10.09% | 4.88% | 15.29% |
| 2014 | 64.69% | 10.83% | 5.11% | 15.00% |
| 2015 | 63.39% | 11.77% | 4.68% | 15.85% |
| 2016 | 63.71% | 11.72% | 5.19% | 15.35% |
| 2017 | 62.90% | 10.47% | 5.95% | 16.36% |
| 2018 | 64.56% | 10.20% | 6.01% | 15.87% |
| 2019 | 62.54% | 11.44% | 5.60% | 16.45% |
| 2020 | 59.22% | 10.77% | 6.01% | 18.10% |
| 2021 | 62.38% | 9.32% | 6.48% | 16.08% |
Barker wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino barkers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown barkers have the lowest average salary at $38,419.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,419 |
| White | $41,073 |
| Black or African American | $39,884 |
| Asian | $40,737 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,456 |
Average barker age
See how the average age of barkers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Barker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 27.5 | 30 |
| White | 29 | 27 |
| Black or African American | 43.5 | 22 |
| Asian | 22.5 | 41.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25 | 24 |
Barker age breakdown
The average age of barkers is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the barker population.
Barker age breakdown
| Barker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Barker educational attainment
The most common degree for barkers is bachelor's degree, with 36% of barkers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 25% and high school diploma degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 36%
- High School Diploma, 25%
- Associate, 18%
- Master's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 13%
Barkers by degree level
| Barker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 36% |
| High School Diploma | 25% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 13% |
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Barker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, barkers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $47,104 annually. With a Associate degree, barkers earn a median annual income of $41,022 compared to $39,930 for barkers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,930 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,104 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,022 |
Barker employment statistics
Company size where barkers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where barkers work.
Barker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 14% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 32% |
Barker jobs by industry
The most common industries for barkers are retail, hospitality and manufacturing.
Barker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 20% |
| Hospitality | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Media | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Barker turnover and employment statistics
Barker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for barkers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Barker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Barker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.99% |
| 2011 | 17.67% |
| 2012 | 15.00% |
| 2013 | 14.78% |
| 2014 | 10.49% |
| 2015 | 11.04% |
| 2016 | 9.25% |
| 2017 | 7.97% |
| 2018 | 8.41% |
| 2019 | 7.44% |
| 2020 | 14.65% |
| 2021 | 10.73% |
Average barker tenure
The average barker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 702 barkers resumes in Zippia's database.
Barker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Barker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of barkers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Racebook Writer | 3.67% | 10,192 |
| Barker | 7.31% | - |
| Pet Groomer | 10.47% | 63,641 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Door Person | 14.79% | 34,644 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar barker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Racebook Writer | 3.67% | 10,192 |
| Pet Groomer | 10.47% | 63,641 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Door Person | 14.79% | 34,644 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by barkers
The most common foreign language among barkers is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Vietnamese at 14.3% and German is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Vietnamese, 14.3%
- German, 7.1%
- French, 7.1%
- Hindi, 7.1%
- Other, 14.4%
Barker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Vietnamese | 14.3% |
| German | 7.1% |
| French | 7.1% |
| Hindi | 7.1% |
| Other | 14.4% |
