Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for delivery drivers in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 1,419,427 delivery drivers currently employed in the United States.
- 16.7% of all delivery drivers are women, while 83.3% are men.
- The average age of an employed delivery driver is 47 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of delivery drivers is White (60.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.0%), Black or African American (12.1%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- Delivery drivers are most in-demand in Los Angeles, CA.
- The manufacturing industry is the highest-paying for delivery drivers.
- Boston, MA pays an annual average wage of $46,026, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 89% of what men earned.
- 4% of all delivery drivers are LGBT.
- Illinois is the best state for delivery drivers to live.
- Delivery drivers are 71% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Delivery Driver Statistics By Gender
16.7% of delivery drivers are women and 83.3% of delivery drivers are men.
- Male, 83.3%
- Female, 16.7%
Delivery Drivers By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 83.3% |
| Female | 16.7% |
Gender Pay Gap For Delivery Driver
Women Earn 89ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Delivery Driver Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the delivery driver position over time.
Delivery Driver Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.40% | 12.60% |
| 2011 | 87.04% | 12.96% |
| 2012 | 86.00% | 14.00% |
| 2013 | 85.50% | 14.50% |
| 2014 | 85.02% | 14.98% |
| 2015 | 85.19% | 14.81% |
| 2016 | 84.75% | 15.25% |
| 2017 | 84.47% | 15.53% |
| 2018 | 82.84% | 17.16% |
| 2019 | 83.14% | 16.86% |
| 2020 | 83.41% | 16.59% |
| 2021 | 83.29% | 16.71% |
Delivery Driver Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, diesel truck driver and tank wagon driver have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Bus Matron | 11% | 89% |
| Bus Escort | 18% | 82% |
| Bus Monitor | 19% | 81% |
| Delivery Driver | 83% | 17% |
| Wrecker Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Tank Wagon Driver | 99% | 1% |
| Diesel Truck Driver | 100% | 0% |
Delivery Driver Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among delivery drivers is White, which makes up 60.0% of all delivery drivers. Comparatively, there are 19.0% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 12.1% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 60.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.0%
- Black or African American, 12.1%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Asian, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Delivery Driver Race
| Delivery Driver Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.0% |
| Black or African American | 12.1% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Asian | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Delivery Driver Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among delivery drivers.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Delivery Driver Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.98% | 10.85% | 2.37% | 15.31% |
| 2011 | 68.61% | 11.24% | 2.39% | 15.19% |
| 2012 | 67.90% | 11.38% | 2.54% | 15.54% |
| 2013 | 67.98% | 10.92% | 2.45% | 16.05% |
| 2014 | 67.71% | 11.37% | 2.64% | 15.70% |
| 2015 | 66.80% | 11.70% | 2.68% | 16.17% |
| 2016 | 66.01% | 11.34% | 2.77% | 17.04% |
| 2017 | 65.80% | 11.46% | 2.80% | 17.21% |
| 2018 | 65.31% | 11.51% | 3.09% | 17.22% |
| 2019 | 65.69% | 11.47% | 2.92% | 17.12% |
| 2020 | 62.91% | 11.45% | 3.15% | 17.40% |
| 2021 | 59.96% | 12.14% | 3.50% | 19.01% |
Delivery Driver Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,868 |
| White | $38,198 |
| Black or African American | $37,611 |
| Asian | $37,481 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,789 |
Average Age of a Delivery Driver
We determined the average age of delivery drivers based on ethnicity and gender.
Delivery Driver Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 44 |
| Unknown | 46 | 39.5 |
| Asian | 46 | 43 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 43 |
| White | 51 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 49.5 | 47 |
Delivery Driver Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of delivery driver employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of delivery drivers is 40+ years old, which represents 72% of the population.
Delivery Driver Age
| Delivery Driver Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 72% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Types of Delivery Driver Degree Levels
The most common degree for delivery drivers is high school diploma 45% of delivery drivers earn that degree. A close second is bachelor's degree with 21% and rounding it off is associate degree with 18%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Bachelors, 21%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Delivery Drivers By Education
| Delivery Driver Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Bachelors | 21% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Delivery Driver Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,976 |
| Master's Degree | $35,623 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,316 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,759 |
Delivery Driver Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where delivery drivers work. We found most delivery drivers work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most delivery drivers is the hospitality industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire delivery drivers.
Delivery Driver Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 32% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
The Types Of Companies Delivery Driver Work In
Employees with the delivery driver job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most delivery drivers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Delivery Driver Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 71% |
| Government | 1% |
Top Industries Hiring Delivery Drivers
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ delivery drivers. Those industries include hospitality, retail and manufacturing.
Delivery Driver Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 20% |
| Retail | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 14% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Transportation | 11% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Delivery Driver Turnover And Employment Statistics
Delivery Driver Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of delivery drivers changed.
- Unemployment rate
Delivery Driver Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Delivery Driver Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.33% |
| 2011 | 8.73% |
| 2012 | 7.76% |
| 2013 | 6.88% |
| 2014 | 5.54% |
| 2015 | 4.98% |
| 2016 | 4.17% |
| 2017 | 4.08% |
| 2018 | 3.68% |
| 2019 | 3.45% |
| 2020 | 5.26% |
| 2021 | 5.44% |
The Average Number of Years That Delivery Driver Stay in a Job
By looking over 224,238 delivery drivers resumes, we figured out that the average delivery driver enjoys staying at their job for Less than 1 year for a percentage of 35%.
Delivery Driver Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 35% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Delivery Drivers with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to delivery drivers.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Street Cleaning Equipment Operator | 1.73% | 49,524 |
| Delivery Driver | 3.95% | - |
| Patient Transportation Driver | 6.17% | 216,429 |
| Transit Coach Operator | 8.69% | 40,390 |
| Bus Driver/Monitor | 8.77% | 15,993 |
Delivery Driver LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Street Cleaning Equipment Operator | 1.73% | 49,524 |
| Patient Transportation Driver | 6.17% | 216,429 |
| Transit Coach Operator | 8.69% | 40,390 |
| Bus Driver/Monitor | 8.77% | 15,993 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Delivery Drivers
The most common foreign language among delivery drivers is Spanish at 70.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.7% and German is the third-most popular at 3.8%.
- Spanish, 70.8%
- French, 6.7%
- German, 3.8%
- Russian, 2.3%
- Arabic, 2.2%
- Other, 14.2%
Delivery Driver Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 70.8% |
| French | 6.7% |
| German | 3.8% |
| Russian | 2.3% |
| Arabic | 2.2% |
| Other | 14.2% |
