Dealer demographics and statistics in the US
Dealer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates dealer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our dealer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about dealers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 56,964 dealers currently employed in the United States.
- 44.3% of all dealers are women, while 55.7% are men.
- The average dealer age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of dealers is White (58.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (13.7%), Asian (12.9%) and Black or African American (8.7%).
- In 2022, women earned 96% of what men earned.
- 7% of all dealers are LGBT.
- Dealers are 83% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Dealer demographics by:
Dealer gender statistics
44.3% of dealers are women and 55.7% of dealers are men.
- Male, 55.7%
- Female, 44.3%
Dealer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 55.7% |
| Female | 44.3% |
Dealer gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,436
Female income
$38,951
Dealer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dealer positions over time. Currently, 44.3% of dealers are female.
Dealer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.97% | 44.03% |
| 2011 | 54.76% | 45.24% |
| 2012 | 54.84% | 45.16% |
| 2013 | 53.06% | 46.94% |
| 2014 | 57.77% | 42.23% |
| 2015 | 56.87% | 43.13% |
| 2016 | 57.05% | 42.95% |
| 2017 | 53.48% | 46.52% |
| 2018 | 56.11% | 43.89% |
| 2019 | 54.43% | 45.57% |
| 2020 | 58.49% | 41.51% |
| 2021 | 55.71% | 44.29% |
Dealer related jobs gender ratio
We compared dealers 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% |
| Dealer | 56% | 44% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Dealer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dealers is White, which makes up 58.2% of all dealers. Comparatively, 13.7% of dealers are Hispanic or Latino and 12.9% of dealers are Asian.
- White, 58.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.7%
- Asian, 12.9%
- Black or African American, 8.7%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.2%
Dealer race
| Dealer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.7% |
| Asian | 12.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.7% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.2% |
Dealer race and ethnicity over time
See how dealer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dealer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.74% | 9.29% | 9.83% | 12.74% |
| 2011 | 58.47% | 9.14% | 11.43% | 12.63% |
| 2012 | 62.55% | 7.40% | 11.94% | 11.08% |
| 2013 | 59.87% | 9.93% | 11.68% | 11.26% |
| 2014 | 61.84% | 8.16% | 9.88% | 11.47% |
| 2015 | 60.36% | 10.04% | 9.37% | 12.80% |
| 2016 | 59.76% | 8.70% | 11.95% | 12.72% |
| 2017 | 59.01% | 8.49% | 13.59% | 12.06% |
| 2018 | 58.06% | 7.32% | 15.03% | 13.43% |
| 2019 | 56.01% | 10.13% | 16.03% | 13.57% |
| 2020 | 57.64% | 9.48% | 10.76% | 15.00% |
| 2021 | 58.22% | 8.73% | 12.91% | 13.72% |
Dealer wage gap by race
According to our data, white dealers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown dealers have the lowest average salary at $39,870.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,870 |
| White | $41,364 |
| Black or African American | $40,532 |
| Asian | $39,991 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,441 |
Average dealer age
See how the average age of dealers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dealer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 45.5 |
| Unknown | 38 | 39 |
| Asian | 48 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 40 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 37 | 53 |
Dealer age breakdown
The average age of dealers is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the dealer population.
Dealer age breakdown
| Dealer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 10% |
Dealer educational attainment
The most common degree for dealers is bachelor's degree, with 37% of dealers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 28% and high school diploma degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 37%
- High School Diploma, 28%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Dealers by degree level
| Dealer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 37% |
| High School Diploma | 28% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Dealer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dealers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $41,273 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, dealers earn a median annual income of $41,204 compared to $40,249 for dealers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,249 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,204 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,273 |
Dealer employment statistics
Most dealers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where dealers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dealers work.
Dealer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 18% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Dealer jobs by company type
Employees with the dealer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most dealers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Dealer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 83% |
| Government | 1% |
Dealer jobs by industry
The most common industries for dealers are hospitality, professional and manufacturing.
Dealer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 52% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Media | 5% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Dealer turnover and employment statistics
Dealer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dealers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dealer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dealer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.16% |
| 2011 | 8.83% |
| 2012 | 8.65% |
| 2013 | 7.27% |
| 2014 | 6.11% |
| 2015 | 6.04% |
| 2016 | 5.21% |
| 2017 | 4.00% |
| 2018 | 3.24% |
| 2019 | 3.31% |
| 2020 | 12.31% |
| 2021 | 8.69% |
Average dealer tenure
The average dealer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 6,542 dealers resumes in Zippia's database.
Dealer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 26% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Dealer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dealers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 6.80% | - |
| Wardrobe Supervisor | 8.91% | 901 |
| Pet Care Associate | 10.47% | 84,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Floor Staff Worker | 14.79% | 103,472 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar dealer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Wardrobe Supervisor | 8.91% | 901 |
| Pet Care Associate | 10.47% | 84,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Floor Staff Worker | 14.79% | 103,472 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by dealers
The most common foreign language among dealers is Spanish at 52.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.6% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 5.2%.
- Spanish, 52.1%
- French, 6.6%
- Mandarin, 5.2%
- Italian, 4.7%
- Chinese, 3.3%
- Other, 28.1%
Dealer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 52.1% |
| French | 6.6% |
| Mandarin | 5.2% |
| Italian | 4.7% |
| Chinese | 3.3% |
| Other | 28.1% |
