Dog boarder demographics and statistics in the US
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Dog boarder demographics by:
Dog boarder gender statistics
80.6% of dog boarders are women and 19.4% of dog boarders are men.
- Female, 80.6%
- Male, 19.4%
Dog boarder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 80.6% |
| Male | 19.4% |
Dog boarder gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,111
Female income
$31,688
Dog boarder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dog boarder positions over time. Currently, 80.6% of dog boarders are female.
Dog boarder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18.83% | 81.17% |
| 2011 | 21.12% | 78.88% |
| 2012 | 23.39% | 76.61% |
| 2013 | 20.18% | 79.82% |
| 2014 | 21.80% | 78.20% |
| 2015 | 21.93% | 78.07% |
| 2016 | 21.66% | 78.34% |
| 2017 | 17.52% | 82.48% |
| 2018 | 20.02% | 79.98% |
| 2019 | 18.51% | 81.49% |
| 2020 | 20.09% | 79.91% |
| 2021 | 19.40% | 80.60% |
Dog boarder related jobs gender ratio
We compared dog boarders with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, ringman and farrier have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Daycare Provider | 6% | 94% |
| Horse Show Judge | 6% | 94% |
| Pet Groomer | 14% | 86% |
| Dog Boarder | 19% | 81% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Dog boarder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dog boarders is White, which makes up 68.1% of all dog boarders. Comparatively, 18.3% of dog boarders are Hispanic or Latino and 6.2% of dog boarders are Unknown.
- White, 68.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.3%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Black or African American, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Dog boarder race
| Dog boarder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.3% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Dog boarder race and ethnicity over time
See how dog boarder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dog boarder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.92% | 4.03% | 1.49% | 14.69% |
| 2011 | 78.22% | 3.32% | 1.55% | 14.83% |
| 2012 | 75.71% | 3.90% | 1.66% | 15.87% |
| 2013 | 76.41% | 3.33% | 1.79% | 15.71% |
| 2014 | 75.06% | 4.54% | 2.25% | 15.04% |
| 2015 | 74.81% | 4.02% | 1.63% | 15.97% |
| 2016 | 75.60% | 4.03% | 1.77% | 15.53% |
| 2017 | 75.66% | 3.93% | 2.10% | 15.59% |
| 2018 | 73.66% | 3.85% | 2.74% | 16.22% |
| 2019 | 73.82% | 4.08% | 2.14% | 16.81% |
| 2020 | 70.22% | 3.76% | 2.53% | 17.50% |
| 2021 | 68.08% | 4.31% | 2.64% | 18.31% |
Dog boarder wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino dog boarders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dog boarders have the lowest average salary at $30,735.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,593 |
| White | $32,752 |
| Black or African American | $30,735 |
| Asian | $32,743 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,788 |
Average dog boarder age
See how the average age of dog boarders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dog boarder age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 24 | 30 |
| White | 29 | 29.5 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 25.5 |
| Asian | 38 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33 | 27 |
Dog boarder age breakdown
The average age of dog boarders is 20-30 years years old, representing 45% of the dog boarder population.
Dog boarder age breakdown
| Dog Boarder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 23% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 45% |
Dog boarder educational attainment
The most common degree for dog boarders is bachelor's degree, with 42% of dog boarders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 26% and high school diploma degree at 23%.
- Bachelor's, 42%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Associate, 23%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Dog boarders by degree level
| Dog boarder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 42% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Dog boarder wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dog boarders with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $33,932 annually. With a Associate degree, dog boarders earn a median annual income of $32,321 compared to $30,618 for dog boarders with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,618 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,932 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $32,321 |
Dog boarder turnover and employment statistics
Dog boarder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dog boarders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dog boarder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dog boarder unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.28% |
| 2011 | 9.88% |
| 2012 | 8.97% |
| 2013 | 7.70% |
| 2014 | 7.03% |
| 2015 | 6.82% |
| 2016 | 6.68% |
| 2017 | 5.67% |
| 2018 | 6.03% |
| 2019 | 5.39% |
| 2020 | 8.94% |
| 2021 | 7.82% |
Average dog boarder tenure
The average dog boarder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 70 dog boarders resumes in Zippia's database.
Dog boarder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 15% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 25% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Dog boarder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dog boarders 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Game Operator | 3.67% | 31,688 |
| Equestrian Trainer | 10.68% | 20,860 |
| Dog Boarder | 10.70% | - |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar dog boarder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Game Operator | 3.67% | 31,688 |
| Equestrian Trainer | 10.68% | 20,860 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |