Caddie demographics and statistics in the US
Caddie demographics research summary. Zippia estimates caddie demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our caddie estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about caddies after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 13,426 caddies currently employed in the United States.
- 7.2% of all caddies are women, while 92.8% are men.
- The average caddie age is 34 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of caddies is White (64.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.3%), Black or African American (9.4%) and Asian (6.4%).
- In 2022, women earned 99% of what men earned.
- 7% of all caddies are LGBT.
- Caddies are 95% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Caddie demographics by:
Caddie gender statistics
7.2% of caddies are women and 92.8% of caddies are men.
- Male, 92.8%
- Female, 7.2%
Caddie gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.8% |
| Female | 7.2% |
Caddie gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,819
Female income
$28,589
Caddie gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in caddie positions over time. Currently, 7.2% of caddies are female.
Caddie gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.06% | 7.94% |
| 2011 | 91.02% | 8.98% |
| 2012 | 91.84% | 8.16% |
| 2013 | 91.36% | 8.64% |
| 2014 | 91.67% | 8.33% |
| 2015 | 90.63% | 9.37% |
| 2016 | 91.13% | 8.87% |
| 2017 | 91.98% | 8.02% |
| 2018 | 92.38% | 7.62% |
| 2019 | 91.70% | 8.30% |
| 2020 | 91.04% | 8.96% |
| 2021 | 92.82% | 7.18% |
Caddie related jobs gender ratio
We compared caddies 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% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Caddie demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among caddies is White, which makes up 64.4% of all caddies. Comparatively, 14.3% of caddies are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of caddies are Black or African American.
- White, 64.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.3%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Caddie race
| Caddie race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.3% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Caddie race and ethnicity over time
See how caddie racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Caddie race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.33% | 10.60% | 4.27% | 11.67% |
| 2011 | 66.03% | 13.43% | 5.23% | 12.09% |
| 2012 | 67.49% | 11.84% | 4.70% | 11.93% |
| 2013 | 67.96% | 10.14% | 4.77% | 13.52% |
| 2014 | 66.73% | 10.87% | 5.00% | 13.23% |
| 2015 | 65.44% | 11.81% | 4.57% | 14.08% |
| 2016 | 65.75% | 11.76% | 5.08% | 13.58% |
| 2017 | 64.94% | 10.52% | 5.84% | 14.59% |
| 2018 | 66.60% | 10.24% | 5.90% | 14.10% |
| 2019 | 64.58% | 11.49% | 5.49% | 14.68% |
| 2020 | 61.26% | 10.81% | 5.90% | 16.32% |
| 2021 | 64.42% | 9.37% | 6.37% | 14.31% |
Caddie wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino caddies have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown caddies have the lowest average salary at $27,248.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $27,248 |
| White | $29,261 |
| Black or African American | $28,358 |
| Asian | $29,006 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $30,314 |
Average caddie age
See how the average age of caddies varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Caddie 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 |
Caddie age breakdown
The average age of caddies is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the caddie population.
Caddie age breakdown
| Caddie Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Caddie educational attainment
The most common degree for caddies is bachelor's degree, with 77% of caddies earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 11% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 77%
- Associate, 11%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Master's, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Caddies by degree level
| Caddie degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 77% |
| Associate | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Master's | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Caddie wage gap by degree level
According to the data, caddies with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $33,869 annually. With a Associate degree, caddies earn a median annual income of $29,223 compared to $28,393 for caddies with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,393 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,869 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,223 |
Caddie employment statistics
Most caddies work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where caddies work
Below, you can see the size of companies where caddies work.
Caddie jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 33% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 43% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 2% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 4% |
| > 10,000 employees | 1% |
Caddie jobs by company type
Employees with the caddie job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most caddies prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Caddie jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 95% |
| Government | 1% |
Caddie jobs by industry
The most common industries for caddies are hospitality, professional and manufacturing.
Caddie industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 87% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Caddie turnover and employment statistics
Caddie unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for caddies between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Caddie unemployment rate by year
| Year | Caddie 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 caddie tenure
The average caddie stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,570 caddies resumes in Zippia's database.
Caddie tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 21% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Caddie LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of caddies 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Poker Dealer | 3.67% | 1,046 |
| Caddie | 7.31% | - |
| Bather | 10.47% | 56,255 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Theater Usher | 14.79% | 806 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar caddie jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Poker Dealer | 3.67% | 1,046 |
| Bather | 10.47% | 56,255 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Theater Usher | 14.79% | 806 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by caddies
The most common foreign language among caddies is Spanish at 56.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.6% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 4.9%.
- Spanish, 56.8%
- French, 8.6%
- Japanese, 4.9%
- Italian, 4.9%
- Chinese, 3.7%
- Other, 21.1%
Caddie languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 56.8% |
| French | 8.6% |
| Japanese | 4.9% |
| Italian | 4.9% |
| Chinese | 3.7% |
| Other | 21.1% |
