Distribution agent demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution agent demographics by:
Distribution agent gender statistics
29.5% of distribution agents are women and 70.5% of distribution agents are men.
- Male, 70.5%
- Female, 29.5%
Distribution agent gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 70.5% |
| Female | 29.5% |
Distribution agent gender pay gap
Women earn $1.00 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,972
Female income
$46,149
Distribution agent gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution agent positions over time. Currently, 29.5% of distribution agents are female.
Distribution agent gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.79% | 29.21% |
| 2011 | 74.29% | 25.71% |
| 2012 | 73.13% | 26.87% |
| 2013 | 70.66% | 29.34% |
| 2014 | 71.62% | 28.38% |
| 2015 | 67.01% | 32.99% |
| 2016 | 70.71% | 29.29% |
| 2017 | 70.77% | 29.23% |
| 2018 | 71.09% | 28.91% |
| 2019 | 66.83% | 33.17% |
| 2020 | 68.85% | 31.15% |
| 2021 | 70.48% | 29.52% |
Distribution agent related jobs gender ratio
We compared distribution agents with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, general road foreman and plant superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Assistant/Human Resources | 7% | 93% |
| Office Manager Of Human Resources | 10% | 90% |
| Business Office Manager | 15% | 85% |
| Distribution Agent | 70% | 30% |
| Maintenance Director | 97% | 3% |
| Plant Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| General Road Foreman | 97% | 3% |
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Distribution agent demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution agents is White, which makes up 59.4% of all distribution agents. Comparatively, 18.6% of distribution agents are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of distribution agents are Black or African American.
- White, 59.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.6%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 6.1%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Distribution agent race
| Distribution agent race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.6% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 6.1% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Distribution agent race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution agent racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution agent race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.33% | 10.74% | 4.18% | 14.52% |
| 2011 | 67.17% | 10.87% | 4.72% | 15.22% |
| 2012 | 68.07% | 10.77% | 3.59% | 15.65% |
| 2013 | 68.19% | 9.87% | 4.79% | 14.92% |
| 2014 | 69.25% | 10.27% | 4.33% | 14.17% |
| 2015 | 67.09% | 10.64% | 4.35% | 15.64% |
| 2016 | 66.90% | 11.05% | 4.04% | 16.06% |
| 2017 | 66.08% | 10.46% | 4.58% | 16.81% |
| 2018 | 66.94% | 9.17% | 4.35% | 17.69% |
| 2019 | 66.11% | 9.96% | 4.96% | 16.42% |
| 2020 | 64.86% | 10.03% | 4.71% | 16.35% |
| 2021 | 59.37% | 11.20% | 6.12% | 18.59% |
Distribution agent wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino distribution agents have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american distribution agents have the lowest average salary at $43,618.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,148 |
| White | $46,993 |
| Black or African American | $43,618 |
| Asian | $45,976 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,213 |
Average distribution agent age
See how the average age of distribution agents varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution agent age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 42 | 44.5 |
| White | 46 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 47 | 48 |
| Asian | 44 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41 |
Distribution agent age breakdown
The average age of distribution agents is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the distribution agent population.
Distribution agent age breakdown
| Distribution Agent Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Distribution agent educational attainment
The most common degree for distribution agents is bachelor's degree, with 56% of distribution agents earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 56%
- Associate, 14%
- High School Diploma, 10%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 15%
Distribution agents by degree level
| Distribution agent degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 56% |
| Associate | 14% |
| High School Diploma | 10% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 15% |
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Distribution agent wage gap by degree level
According to the data, distribution agents with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $62,083 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, distribution agents earn a median annual income of $49,705 compared to $41,538 for distribution agents with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $62,083 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,520 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,705 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,538 |
Distribution agent employment statistics
Most distribution agents work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where distribution agents work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution agents work.
Distribution agent jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 33% |
Distribution agent jobs by company type
Employees with the distribution agent job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most distribution agents prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Distribution agent jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 39% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 4% |
Distribution agent jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution agents are retail, media and manufacturing.
Distribution agent industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Media | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Government | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
Distribution agent turnover and employment statistics
Distribution agent unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution agents between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution agent unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution agent unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.25% |
| 2011 | 7.50% |
| 2012 | 5.72% |
| 2013 | 5.11% |
| 2014 | 3.21% |
| 2015 | 3.28% |
| 2016 | 2.47% |
| 2017 | 2.30% |
| 2018 | 2.28% |
| 2019 | 2.07% |
| 2020 | 3.54% |
| 2021 | 4.63% |
Average distribution agent tenure
The average distribution agent stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 253 distribution agents resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution agent tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Distribution agent LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution agents 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Internship | 4.78% | 93,605 |
| Distribution Agent | 5.19% | - |
| Management Accounts Manager | 10.51% | 113,871 |
| Implementation Program Manager | 11.01% | 147,732 |
| Senior Manager, Procurement | 11.39% | 36,873 |
| Development Vice President | 17.60% | 94,188 |
| Controller/Office Manager | 17.78% | 53,755 |
Similar distribution agent jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Internship | 4.78% | 93,605 |
| Management Accounts Manager | 10.51% | 113,871 |
| Implementation Program Manager | 11.01% | 147,732 |
| Senior Manager, Procurement | 11.39% | 36,873 |
| Development Vice President | 17.60% | 94,188 |
| Controller/Office Manager | 17.78% | 53,755 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution agents
The most common foreign language among distribution agents is Spanish at 30.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Japanese at 15.4% and French is the third-most popular at 15.4%.
- Spanish, 30.8%
- Japanese, 15.4%
- French, 15.4%
- Italian, 15.4%
- Portuguese, 7.7%
- Other, 15.3%
Distribution agent languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 30.8% |
| Japanese | 15.4% |
| French | 15.4% |
| Italian | 15.4% |
| Portuguese | 7.7% |
| Other | 15.3% |