Companion demographics and statistics in the US
Companion demographics research summary. Zippia estimates companion demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our companion estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about companions after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 507,152 companions currently employed in the United States.
- 87.9% of all companions are women, while 12.1% are men.
- The average companion age is 47 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of companions is White (57.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18.9%), Black or African American (11.1%) and Asian (7.7%).
- Companions are most in-demand in Camden, NJ.
- The non profits industry is the highest-paying for companions.
- Boston, MA pays an annual average wage of $33,549, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women companions earned 98% of what men earned.
- 7% of all companions are LGBT.
- Oregon is the best state for companions to live.
- Companions are 85% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to government companies.
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Companion gender statistics
87.9% of companions are women and 12.1% of companions are men.
- Female, 87.9%
- Male, 12.1%
Companion gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 87.9% |
| Male | 12.1% |
Companion gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$30,121
Female income
$29,574
Companion gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in companion positions over time. Currently, 87.9% of companions are female.
Companion gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.49% | 90.51% |
| 2011 | 9.85% | 90.15% |
| 2012 | 11.27% | 88.73% |
| 2013 | 10.67% | 89.33% |
| 2014 | 10.81% | 89.19% |
| 2015 | 10.84% | 89.16% |
| 2016 | 11.26% | 88.74% |
| 2017 | 11.65% | 88.35% |
| 2018 | 11.27% | 88.73% |
| 2019 | 11.66% | 88.34% |
| 2020 | 13.43% | 86.57% |
| 2021 | 12.12% | 87.88% |
Companion related jobs gender ratio
We compared companions with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Companion | 12% | 88% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Companion demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among companions is White, which makes up 57.0% of all companions. Comparatively, 18.9% of companions are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of companions are Black or African American.
- White, 57.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.9%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Asian, 7.7%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Companion race
| Companion race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 57.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.9% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 7.7% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Companion race and ethnicity over time
See how companion racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Companion race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.50% | 12.90% | 4.56% | 14.36% |
| 2011 | 62.60% | 13.90% | 5.24% | 14.96% |
| 2012 | 63.21% | 13.01% | 5.18% | 15.41% |
| 2013 | 63.47% | 12.60% | 5.39% | 15.44% |
| 2014 | 63.71% | 11.91% | 5.65% | 15.49% |
| 2015 | 63.01% | 12.11% | 5.57% | 16.40% |
| 2016 | 61.77% | 12.05% | 6.26% | 16.89% |
| 2017 | 61.40% | 11.01% | 7.13% | 17.05% |
| 2018 | 61.87% | 11.98% | 6.40% | 16.72% |
| 2019 | 63.74% | 10.85% | 6.22% | 16.34% |
| 2020 | 59.96% | 11.35% | 7.12% | 16.32% |
| 2021 | 57.02% | 11.09% | 7.65% | 18.93% |
Companion wage gap by race
According to our data, black or african american companions have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown companions have the lowest average salary at $29,553.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,553 |
| White | $30,008 |
| Black or African American | $30,583 |
| Asian | $30,247 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $30,222 |
Average companion age
See how the average age of companions varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Companion age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 48 |
| Unknown | 37 | 47 |
| Asian | 56 | 54 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 49 |
| White | 47 | 51 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 45 | 47 |
Companion age breakdown
The average age of companions is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the companion population.
Companion age breakdown
| Companion Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Companion educational attainment
The most common degree for companions is high school diploma, with 28% of companions earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 28%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 15%
Companions by degree level
| Companion degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 28% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 15% |
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Companion wage gap by degree level
According to the data, companions with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $30,899 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, companions earn a median annual income of $30,520 compared to $30,273 for companions with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $30,899 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,624 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $30,520 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,273 |
Companion employment statistics
Most companions work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where companions work
Below, you can see the size of companies where companions work.
Companion jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 27% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Companion jobs by company type
Employees with the companion job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most companions prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Companion jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 85% |
| Government | 7% |
Companion jobs by industry
The most common industries for companions are health care, professional and non profits.
Companion industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 56% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Non Profits | 7% |
| Government | 5% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
Companion turnover and employment statistics
Companion unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for companions between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Companion unemployment rate by year
| Year | Companion unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.10% |
| 2011 | 11.06% |
| 2012 | 9.90% |
| 2013 | 8.83% |
| 2014 | 7.61% |
| 2015 | 6.51% |
| 2016 | 5.54% |
| 2017 | 5.18% |
| 2018 | 4.93% |
| 2019 | 4.32% |
| 2020 | 5.81% |
| 2021 | 7.35% |
Average companion tenure
The average companion stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 17,130 companions resumes in Zippia's database.
Companion tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Companion LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of companions 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Day Care Supervisor | 4.43% | 65,305 |
| Piercing Artist | 5.80% | 3,835 |
| Companion | 6.73% | - |
| Intramural Director | 8.12% | 4,717 |
| Associate Dean Of Person | 12.72% | 31,629 |
| Fitness Attendant | 13.13% | 50,892 |
Similar companion jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Day Care Supervisor | 4.43% | 65,305 |
| Piercing Artist | 5.80% | 3,835 |
| Intramural Director | 8.12% | 4,717 |
| Associate Dean Of Person | 12.72% | 31,629 |
| Fitness Attendant | 13.13% | 50,892 |
Foreign languages spoken by companions
The most common foreign language among companions is Spanish at 66.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.9% and Russian is the third-most popular at 3.5%.
- Spanish, 66.3%
- French, 8.9%
- Russian, 3.5%
- Chinese, 2.6%
- Polish, 2.4%
- Other, 16.3%
Companion languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.3% |
| French | 8.9% |
| Russian | 3.5% |
| Chinese | 2.6% |
| Polish | 2.4% |
| Other | 16.3% |
