Cattle farmer demographics and statistics in the US
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Cattle farmer gender statistics
16.3% of cattle farmers are women and 83.7% of cattle farmers are men.
- Male, 83.7%
- Female, 16.3%
Cattle farmer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 83.7% |
| Female | 16.3% |
Cattle farmer gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,306
Female income
$44,557
Cattle farmer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in cattle farmer positions over time. Currently, 16.3% of cattle farmers are female.
Cattle farmer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 85.56% | 14.44% |
| 2011 | 84.19% | 15.81% |
| 2012 | 86.12% | 13.88% |
| 2013 | 86.36% | 13.64% |
| 2014 | 87.39% | 12.61% |
| 2015 | 85.28% | 14.72% |
| 2016 | 84.79% | 15.21% |
| 2017 | 84.71% | 15.29% |
| 2018 | 84.66% | 15.34% |
| 2019 | 84.69% | 15.31% |
| 2020 | 83.25% | 16.75% |
| 2021 | 83.67% | 16.33% |
Cattle farmer related jobs gender ratio
We compared cattle farmers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Cattle Farmer | 84% | 16% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Cattle farmer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among cattle farmers is White, which makes up 88.7% of all cattle farmers. Comparatively, 5.5% of cattle farmers are Hispanic or Latino and 2.8% of cattle farmers are Unknown.
- White, 88.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 5.5%
- Unknown, 2.8%
- Asian, 1.4%
- Black or African American, 0.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Cattle farmer race
| Cattle farmer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 88.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 2.8% |
| Asian | 1.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Cattle farmer race and ethnicity over time
See how cattle farmer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Cattle farmer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.82% | 0.84% | 0.83% | 3.37% |
| 2011 | 93.48% | 0.81% | 0.82% | 3.74% |
| 2012 | 92.70% | 0.87% | 0.76% | 4.50% |
| 2013 | 92.83% | 0.86% | 1.14% | 3.87% |
| 2014 | 93.24% | 0.92% | 0.77% | 3.87% |
| 2015 | 93.38% | 0.76% | 0.93% | 3.64% |
| 2016 | 92.01% | 0.77% | 1.10% | 4.69% |
| 2017 | 92.13% | 0.72% | 1.06% | 4.53% |
| 2018 | 92.13% | 0.80% | 1.09% | 4.29% |
| 2019 | 92.43% | 0.85% | 0.99% | 4.28% |
| 2020 | 91.45% | 0.79% | 1.05% | 3.86% |
| 2021 | 88.74% | 0.95% | 1.45% | 5.51% |
Cattle farmer wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american cattle farmers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown cattle farmers have the lowest average salary at $44,563.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,563 |
| White | $47,413 |
| Black or African American | $50,622 |
| Asian | $49,915 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,266 |
Average cattle farmer age
See how the average age of cattle farmers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Cattle farmer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | |
| Unknown | 44 | 57 |
| Asian | 47.5 | 46 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 38 |
| White | 49 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42.5 |
Cattle farmer age breakdown
The average age of cattle farmers is 40+ years years old, representing 67% of the cattle farmer population.
Cattle farmer age breakdown
| Cattle Farmer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 67% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 11% |
Cattle farmer educational attainment
The most common degree for cattle farmers is high school diploma, with 31% of cattle farmers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 23% and master's degree degree at 23%.
- High School Diploma, 31%
- Master's, 23%
- Bachelor's, 23%
- Associate, 23%
Cattle farmers by degree level
| Cattle farmer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 31% |
| Master's | 23% |
| Bachelor's | 23% |
| Associate | 23% |
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Cattle farmer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, cattle farmers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,108 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, cattle farmers earn a median annual income of $53,156 compared to $48,476 for cattle farmers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,108 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,374 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,156 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,476 |
Cattle farmer turnover and employment statistics
Cattle farmer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for cattle farmers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Cattle farmer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Cattle farmer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.03% |
| 2011 | 2.44% |
| 2012 | 2.01% |
| 2013 | 2.10% |
| 2014 | 1.64% |
| 2015 | 1.66% |
| 2016 | 1.67% |
| 2017 | 1.75% |
| 2018 | 1.59% |
| 2019 | 1.10% |
| 2020 | 1.48% |
| 2021 | 1.57% |
Average cattle farmer tenure
The average cattle farmer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 49 cattle farmers resumes in Zippia's database.
Cattle farmer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 4% |
| 3-4 years | 9% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 54% |
Cattle farmer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of cattle farmers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Area Manager | 4.08% | 46,664 |
| Cattle Farmer | 4.14% | - |
| Poker Manager | 8.19% | 688 |
| Funeral Service Manager | 9.30% | 26,904 |
| Real Estate Office Manager | 11.54% | 48,763 |
| Chief Medical Officer | 11.66% | 109,855 |
| Director Of Outreach | 14.16% | 17,318 |
Similar cattle farmer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Area Manager | 4.08% | 46,664 |
| Poker Manager | 8.19% | 688 |
| Funeral Service Manager | 9.30% | 26,904 |
| Real Estate Office Manager | 11.54% | 48,763 |
| Chief Medical Officer | 11.66% | 109,855 |
| Director Of Outreach | 14.16% | 17,318 |