Distribution sales representative demographics and statistics in the US
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Distribution sales representative demographics by:
Distribution sales representative gender statistics
34.9% of distribution sales representatives are women and 65.1% of distribution sales representatives are men.
- Male, 65.1%
- Female, 34.9%
Distribution sales representative gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 65.1% |
| Female | 34.9% |
Distribution sales representative gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,390
Female income
$38,447
Distribution sales representative gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in distribution sales representative positions over time. Currently, 34.9% of distribution sales representatives are female.
Distribution sales representative gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.71% | 32.29% |
| 2011 | 67.77% | 32.23% |
| 2012 | 68.73% | 31.27% |
| 2013 | 67.73% | 32.27% |
| 2014 | 66.30% | 33.70% |
| 2015 | 66.21% | 33.79% |
| 2016 | 66.55% | 33.45% |
| 2017 | 66.63% | 33.37% |
| 2018 | 64.93% | 35.07% |
| 2019 | 65.80% | 34.20% |
| 2020 | 65.89% | 34.11% |
| 2021 | 65.15% | 34.85% |
Distribution sales representative related jobs gender ratio
We compared distribution sales representatives with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, commercial equipment and supplies sales representative and outside parts sales have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Avon Representative | 6% | 94% |
| Avon Sales Representative | 7% | 93% |
| Inside Sales Assistant | 20% | 80% |
| Distribution Sales Representative | 65% | 35% |
| Factory Representative | 90% | 10% |
| Outside Parts Sales | 92% | 8% |
| Commercial Equipment And Supplies Sales Representative | 93% | 7% |
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Distribution sales representative demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among distribution sales representatives is White, which makes up 72.9% of all distribution sales representatives. Comparatively, 14.2% of distribution sales representatives are Hispanic or Latino and 5.1% of distribution sales representatives are Asian.
- White, 72.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Distribution sales representative race
| Distribution sales representative race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Distribution sales representative race and ethnicity over time
See how distribution sales representative racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Distribution sales representative race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.81% | 3.90% | 4.26% | 11.43% |
| 2011 | 78.30% | 3.79% | 4.59% | 11.97% |
| 2012 | 78.37% | 3.69% | 4.58% | 11.85% |
| 2013 | 77.76% | 3.94% | 4.46% | 12.39% |
| 2014 | 76.86% | 4.13% | 4.55% | 12.86% |
| 2015 | 77.26% | 3.90% | 4.54% | 12.67% |
| 2016 | 76.77% | 3.63% | 4.60% | 13.27% |
| 2017 | 76.90% | 3.93% | 4.48% | 12.98% |
| 2018 | 76.57% | 3.81% | 4.60% | 13.25% |
| 2019 | 76.52% | 3.71% | 4.70% | 13.36% |
| 2020 | 74.89% | 3.82% | 4.61% | 13.18% |
| 2021 | 72.93% | 3.83% | 5.14% | 14.16% |
Distribution sales representative wage gap by race
According to our data, white distribution sales representatives have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american distribution sales representatives have the lowest average salary at $37,654.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,503 |
| White | $43,668 |
| Black or African American | $37,654 |
| Asian | $41,774 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,608 |
Average distribution sales representative age
See how the average age of distribution sales representatives varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Distribution sales representative age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | 51.5 |
| Unknown | 46 | 39 |
| Asian | 44 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 44 |
| White | 50 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Distribution sales representative age breakdown
The average age of distribution sales representatives is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the distribution sales representative population.
Distribution sales representative age breakdown
| Distribution Sales Representative Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Distribution sales representative educational attainment
The most common degree for distribution sales representatives is bachelor's degree, with 62% of distribution sales representatives earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 17% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- Associate, 17%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Master's, 4%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Distribution sales representatives by degree level
| Distribution sales representative degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| Associate | 17% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Master's | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Distribution sales representative wage gap by degree level
According to the data, distribution sales representatives with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $54,767 annually. With a Doctorate degree, distribution sales representatives earn a median annual income of $52,126 compared to $47,949 for distribution sales representatives with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,767 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,219 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,949 |
| Doctorate Degree | $52,126 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $35,834 |
Distribution sales representative employment statistics
Company size where distribution sales representatives work
Below, you can see the size of companies where distribution sales representatives work.
Distribution sales representative jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Distribution sales representative jobs by industry
The most common industries for distribution sales representatives are manufacturing, health care and retail.
Distribution sales representative industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 22% |
| Health Care | 11% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Distribution sales representative turnover and employment statistics
Distribution sales representative unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for distribution sales representatives between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Distribution sales representative unemployment rate by year
| Year | Distribution sales representative unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.75% |
| 2011 | 6.06% |
| 2012 | 4.91% |
| 2013 | 4.06% |
| 2014 | 3.30% |
| 2015 | 2.93% |
| 2016 | 2.45% |
| 2017 | 2.47% |
| 2018 | 2.23% |
| 2019 | 2.12% |
| 2020 | 3.95% |
| 2021 | 3.72% |
Average distribution sales representative tenure
The average distribution sales representative stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,865 distribution sales representatives resumes in Zippia's database.
Distribution sales representative tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Distribution sales representative LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of distribution sales representatives 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 Sales Representative | 6.15% | - |
| Pawn Broker | 7.00% | 1,805 |
| Merchandising Associate | 7.09% | 370,401 |
| District Sales Coordinator | 7.23% | 30,314 |
| Licensed Sales Agent | 7.29% | 63,324 |
| Counter Associate | 8.34% | 394,083 |
| Travel Agent | 12.49% | 34,166 |
Similar distribution sales representative jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pawn Broker | 7.00% | 1,805 |
| Merchandising Associate | 7.09% | 370,401 |
| District Sales Coordinator | 7.23% | 30,314 |
| Licensed Sales Agent | 7.29% | 63,324 |
| Counter Associate | 8.34% | 394,083 |
| Travel Agent | 12.49% | 34,166 |
Foreign languages spoken by distribution sales representatives
The most common foreign language among distribution sales representatives is Spanish at 66.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 5.4% and Italian is the third-most popular at 5.4%.
- Spanish, 66.1%
- French, 5.4%
- Italian, 5.4%
- Portuguese, 3.6%
- Chinese, 3.6%
- Other, 15.9%
Distribution sales representative languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.1% |
| French | 5.4% |
| Italian | 5.4% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Chinese | 3.6% |
| Other | 15.9% |
