Distribution assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution assistant gender statistics
45.0% of distribution assistants are women and 55.0% of distribution assistants are men.
- Male, 55.0%
- Female, 45.0%
Distribution assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 55.0% |
| Female | 45.0% |
Distribution assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,324
Female income
$32,897
Distribution assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution assistant positions over time. Currently, 45.0% of distribution assistants are female.
Distribution assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 41.44% | 58.56% |
| 2011 | 40.38% | 59.62% |
| 2012 | 42.84% | 57.16% |
| 2013 | 42.35% | 57.65% |
| 2014 | 43.52% | 56.48% |
| 2015 | 46.02% | 53.98% |
| 2016 | 45.74% | 54.26% |
| 2017 | 48.19% | 51.81% |
| 2018 | 49.98% | 50.02% |
| 2019 | 51.25% | 48.75% |
| 2020 | 52.72% | 47.28% |
| 2021 | 54.96% | 45.04% |
Distribution assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared distribution assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, administrative assistant engineering and assistant operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Escrow Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Placement Secretary | 3% | 97% |
| Administrative Assistant/Secretary/Receptionist | 4% | 96% |
| Distribution Assistant | 55% | 45% |
| Information Technology Assistant | 67% | 33% |
| Assistant Operator | 77% | 23% |
| Administrative Assistant Engineering | 78% | 22% |
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Distribution assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution assistants is White, which makes up 66.5% of all distribution assistants. Comparatively, 16.0% of distribution assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 9.1% of distribution assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 66.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.0%
- Black or African American, 9.1%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Distribution assistant race
| Distribution assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Distribution assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.18% | 9.64% | 3.12% | 12.96% |
| 2011 | 71.99% | 9.91% | 3.01% | 12.94% |
| 2012 | 71.68% | 9.92% | 3.09% | 13.03% |
| 2013 | 71.74% | 9.53% | 3.28% | 13.21% |
| 2014 | 71.40% | 9.66% | 3.25% | 13.51% |
| 2015 | 70.87% | 9.65% | 3.27% | 13.98% |
| 2016 | 70.17% | 9.53% | 3.61% | 14.32% |
| 2017 | 70.24% | 9.26% | 3.37% | 14.73% |
| 2018 | 70.28% | 8.99% | 3.42% | 15.03% |
| 2019 | 70.75% | 8.71% | 3.47% | 14.81% |
| 2020 | 68.92% | 8.45% | 3.55% | 14.62% |
| 2021 | 66.46% | 9.14% | 3.81% | 16.00% |
Distribution assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian distribution assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White distribution assistants have the lowest average salary at $33,975.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,994 |
| White | $33,975 |
| Black or African American | $34,209 |
| Asian | $35,150 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,305 |
Average distribution assistant age
See how the average age of distribution assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 52 |
| Unknown | 36 | 49 |
| Asian | 43 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 45 |
| White | 45 | 54 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Distribution assistant age breakdown
The average age of distribution assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the distribution assistant population.
Distribution assistant age breakdown
| Distribution Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Distribution assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for distribution assistants is bachelor's degree, with 50% of distribution assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 20% and high school diploma degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 50%
- High School Diploma, 20%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Distribution assistants by degree level
| Distribution assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 50% |
| High School Diploma | 20% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Distribution assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, distribution assistants with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $35,897 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, distribution assistants earn a median annual income of $34,966 compared to $33,921 for distribution assistants with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $35,897 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,630 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,966 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,921 |
Distribution assistant employment statistics
Most distribution assistants work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where distribution assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution assistants work.
Distribution assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Distribution assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the distribution assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most distribution assistants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Distribution assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 64% |
| Government | 3% |
Distribution assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution assistants are manufacturing, media and health care.
Distribution assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Media | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Health Care | 10% |
| Retail | 8% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Distribution assistant turnover and employment statistics
Distribution assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.58% |
| 2011 | 7.01% |
| 2012 | 5.80% |
| 2013 | 5.28% |
| 2014 | 4.11% |
| 2015 | 3.32% |
| 2016 | 2.98% |
| 2017 | 2.93% |
| 2018 | 2.79% |
| 2019 | 2.48% |
| 2020 | 3.48% |
| 2021 | 4.29% |
Average distribution assistant tenure
The average distribution assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,345 distribution assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Distribution assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Distribution Assistant | 5.70% | - |
| Transcription Coordinator | 9.17% | 19,237 |
| Executive Office Manager | 10.06% | 98,844 |
| Senior Legal Secretary | 14.76% | 11,223 |
Similar distribution assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Transcription Coordinator | 9.17% | 19,237 |
| Executive Office Manager | 10.06% | 98,844 |
| Senior Legal Secretary | 14.76% | 11,223 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution assistants
The most common foreign language among distribution assistants is Spanish at 60.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 10.8% and German is the third-most popular at 8.1%.
- Spanish, 60.8%
- French, 10.8%
- German, 8.1%
- Mandarin, 2.7%
- Serbian, 2.7%
- Other, 14.9%
Distribution assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.8% |
| French | 10.8% |
| German | 8.1% |
| Mandarin | 2.7% |
| Serbian | 2.7% |
| Other | 14.9% |
