Braider demographics and statistics in the US
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Braider gender statistics
76.3% of braiders are women and 23.7% of braiders are men.
- Female, 76.3%
- Male, 23.7%
Braider gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 76.3% |
| Male | 23.7% |
Braider gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,061
Female income
$35,808
Braider gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in braider positions over time. Currently, 76.3% of braiders are female.
Braider gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 22.61% | 77.39% |
| 2011 | 24.41% | 75.59% |
| 2012 | 24.00% | 76.00% |
| 2013 | 24.80% | 75.20% |
| 2014 | 24.44% | 75.56% |
| 2015 | 24.48% | 75.52% |
| 2016 | 25.81% | 74.19% |
| 2017 | 24.30% | 75.70% |
| 2018 | 26.67% | 73.33% |
| 2019 | 27.79% | 72.21% |
| 2020 | 25.07% | 74.93% |
| 2021 | 23.74% | 76.26% |
Braider related jobs gender ratio
We compared braiders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, barber apprentice and master barber have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Electrologist | 1% | 99% |
| Medical Esthetician | 4% | 96% |
| Licensed Esthetician | 5% | 95% |
| Braider | 24% | 76% |
| Barber | 75% | 25% |
| Master Barber | 78% | 22% |
| Barber Apprentice | 79% | 21% |
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Braider demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among braiders is White, which makes up 59.5% of all braiders. Comparatively, 15.6% of braiders are Black or African American and 13.2% of braiders are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 59.5%
- Black or African American, 15.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.2%
- Asian, 6.8%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Braider race
| Braider race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.5% |
| Black or African American | 15.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2% |
| Asian | 6.8% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Braider race and ethnicity over time
See how braider racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Braider race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.92% | 16.12% | 5.17% | 10.63% |
| 2011 | 65.62% | 16.27% | 4.94% | 10.96% |
| 2012 | 64.59% | 16.57% | 5.02% | 11.78% |
| 2013 | 64.88% | 16.51% | 5.06% | 11.57% |
| 2014 | 64.81% | 16.36% | 4.80% | 11.55% |
| 2015 | 64.69% | 15.60% | 5.40% | 12.01% |
| 2016 | 63.55% | 15.71% | 5.76% | 12.47% |
| 2017 | 63.01% | 15.29% | 6.67% | 12.40% |
| 2018 | 64.23% | 15.38% | 5.96% | 12.04% |
| 2019 | 63.87% | 15.16% | 6.44% | 12.11% |
| 2020 | 61.23% | 14.90% | 6.36% | 13.00% |
| 2021 | 59.47% | 15.63% | 6.77% | 13.21% |
Braider wage gap by race
According to our data, white braiders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino braiders have the lowest average salary at $37,603.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,676 |
| White | $40,709 |
| Black or African American | $38,366 |
| Asian | $39,024 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,603 |
Average braider age
See how the average age of braiders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Braider age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 40 |
| Unknown | 39 | |
| Asian | 44 | 46.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 37 |
| White | 41 | 38 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42 |
Braider age breakdown
The average age of braiders is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the braider population.
Braider age breakdown
| Braider Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Braider educational attainment
The most common degree for braiders is high school diploma, with 53% of braiders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 16% and diploma degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 53%
- Diploma, 16%
- Associate, 15%
- Bachelor's, 12%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Braiders by degree level
| Braider degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 53% |
| Diploma | 16% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Bachelor's | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Braider wage gap by degree level
According to the data, braiders with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $42,137 annually. With a Associate degree, braiders earn a median annual income of $39,569 compared to $37,315 for braiders with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,315 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,137 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,569 |
Braider employment statistics
Company size where braiders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where braiders work.
Braider jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 25% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Braider jobs by industry
The most common industries for braiders are manufacturing, professional and technology.
Braider industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 28% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Technology | 14% |
| Retail | 12% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
Braider turnover and employment statistics
Braider unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for braiders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Braider unemployment rate by year
| Year | Braider unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.68% |
| 2011 | 3.78% |
| 2012 | 4.14% |
| 2013 | 3.57% |
| 2014 | 3.48% |
| 2015 | 2.63% |
| 2016 | 2.46% |
| 2017 | 2.31% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 1.86% |
| 2020 | 5.43% |
| 2021 | 6.02% |
Average braider tenure
The average braider stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 537 braiders resumes in Zippia's database.
Braider tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 25% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Braider LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of braiders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nail Artist | 5.12% | 4,559 |
| Barber Shop Operator | 8.10% | 38,845 |
| Skin Care Therapist | 8.70% | 79,146 |
| Braider | 11.87% | - |
| Shampoo Person | 12.20% | 30,252 |
Similar braider jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Nail Artist | 5.12% | 4,559 |
| Barber Shop Operator | 8.10% | 38,845 |
| Skin Care Therapist | 8.70% | 79,146 |
| Shampoo Person | 12.20% | 30,252 |
Foreign languages spoken by braiders
The most common foreign language among braiders is French at 54.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 27.3% and Wolof is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- French, 54.5%
- Spanish, 27.3%
- Wolof, 9.1%
- Portuguese, 9.1%
Braider languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| French | 54.5% |
| Spanish | 27.3% |
| Wolof | 9.1% |
| Portuguese | 9.1% |
