Beauty advisor demographics and statistics in the US
Beauty advisor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates beauty advisor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our beauty advisor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about beauty advisors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 51,162 beauty advisors currently employed in the United States.
- 92.8% of all beauty advisors are women, while 7.2% are men.
- The average beauty advisor age is 40 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of beauty advisors is White (54.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (23.1%), Black or African American (10.2%) and Asian (6.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 96% of what men earned.
- 7% of all beauty advisors are LGBT.
- Beauty advisors are 70% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Beauty advisor demographics by:
Beauty advisor gender statistics
92.8% of beauty advisors are women and 7.2% of beauty advisors are men.
- Female, 92.8%
- Male, 7.2%
Beauty advisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 92.8% |
| Male | 7.2% |
Beauty advisor gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,395
Female income
$35,080
Beauty advisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in beauty advisor positions over time. Currently, 92.8% of beauty advisors are female.
Beauty advisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.37% | 93.63% |
| 2011 | 6.29% | 93.71% |
| 2012 | 6.46% | 93.54% |
| 2013 | 6.46% | 93.54% |
| 2014 | 6.24% | 93.76% |
| 2015 | 6.45% | 93.55% |
| 2016 | 6.60% | 93.40% |
| 2017 | 6.68% | 93.32% |
| 2018 | 6.82% | 93.18% |
| 2019 | 6.59% | 93.41% |
| 2020 | 6.96% | 93.04% |
| 2021 | 7.17% | 92.83% |
Beauty advisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared beauty advisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, parts counterman and lumber associate have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| BRA Specialist | 6% | 94% |
| Clinique Consultant | 6% | 94% |
| Beauty Consultant | 6% | 94% |
| Beauty Advisor | 7% | 93% |
| Cart Associate | 94% | 6% |
| Lumber Associate | 95% | 5% |
| Parts Counterman | 96% | 4% |
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Beauty advisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among beauty advisors is White, which makes up 54.1% of all beauty advisors. Comparatively, 23.1% of beauty advisors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.2% of beauty advisors are Black or African American.
- White, 54.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.1%
- Black or African American, 10.2%
- Asian, 6.9%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Beauty advisor race
| Beauty advisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.1% |
| Black or African American | 10.2% |
| Asian | 6.9% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Beauty advisor race and ethnicity over time
See how beauty advisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Beauty advisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.36% | 10.61% | 5.64% | 18.66% |
| 2011 | 60.59% | 11.63% | 5.81% | 19.34% |
| 2012 | 60.30% | 11.14% | 5.97% | 19.80% |
| 2013 | 59.30% | 11.66% | 6.02% | 20.15% |
| 2014 | 59.26% | 11.26% | 6.46% | 20.25% |
| 2015 | 58.72% | 11.31% | 6.23% | 20.88% |
| 2016 | 58.52% | 10.97% | 6.22% | 21.18% |
| 2017 | 58.04% | 10.54% | 6.65% | 21.51% |
| 2018 | 58.15% | 10.29% | 6.33% | 22.02% |
| 2019 | 58.12% | 10.25% | 6.39% | 21.90% |
| 2020 | 55.62% | 10.24% | 6.76% | 22.29% |
| 2021 | 54.13% | 10.22% | 6.93% | 23.08% |
Beauty advisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white beauty advisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown beauty advisors have the lowest average salary at $36,044.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,044 |
| White | $36,719 |
| Black or African American | $36,102 |
| Asian | $36,559 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,557 |
Average beauty advisor age
See how the average age of beauty advisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Beauty advisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 32.5 | 38 |
| Unknown | 37 | 31.5 |
| Asian | 40 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 31 |
| White | 43 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 36.5 | 39 |
Beauty advisor age breakdown
The average age of beauty advisors is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the beauty advisor population.
Beauty advisor age breakdown
| Beauty Advisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 18% |
| 20-30 years | 28% |
Beauty advisor educational attainment
The most common degree for beauty advisors is bachelor's degree, with 34% of beauty advisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 32% and high school diploma degree at 20%.
- Bachelor's, 34%
- High School Diploma, 32%
- Associate, 20%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Beauty advisors by degree level
| Beauty advisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| High School Diploma | 32% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Beauty advisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, beauty advisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $38,363 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, beauty advisors earn a median annual income of $38,130 compared to $35,693 for beauty advisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $38,363 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,043 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,130 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,693 |
Beauty advisor employment statistics
Most beauty advisors work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where beauty advisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where beauty advisors work.
Beauty advisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Beauty advisor jobs by company type
Employees with the beauty advisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most beauty advisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Beauty advisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 2% |
Beauty advisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for beauty advisors are retail, manufacturing and hospitality.
Beauty advisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 36% |
| Manufacturing | 19% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Beauty advisor turnover and employment statistics
Beauty advisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for beauty advisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Beauty advisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Beauty advisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.74% |
| 2011 | 10.94% |
| 2012 | 9.82% |
| 2013 | 8.89% |
| 2014 | 7.55% |
| 2015 | 7.02% |
| 2016 | 6.27% |
| 2017 | 6.04% |
| 2018 | 5.79% |
| 2019 | 5.48% |
| 2020 | 8.30% |
| 2021 | 8.88% |
Average beauty advisor tenure
The average beauty advisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 25,362 beauty advisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Beauty advisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Beauty advisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of beauty advisors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Counter Clerk | 3.66% | 109,882 |
| Parts-Counter Sales | 3.76% | 31,399 |
| Drug Clerk | 5.05% | 67,122 |
| Beauty Advisor | 7.10% | - |
Similar beauty advisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Front Counter Clerk | 3.66% | 109,882 |
| Parts-Counter Sales | 3.76% | 31,399 |
| Drug Clerk | 5.05% | 67,122 |
Foreign languages spoken by beauty advisors
The most common foreign language among beauty advisors is Spanish at 64.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.3% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 3.6%.
- Spanish, 64.9%
- French, 6.3%
- Portuguese, 3.6%
- Russian, 2.9%
- Arabic, 2.5%
- Other, 19.8%
Beauty advisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.9% |
| French | 6.3% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Russian | 2.9% |
| Arabic | 2.5% |
| Other | 19.8% |
