Dog groomer demographics and statistics in the US
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Dog groomer demographics by:
Dog groomer gender statistics
84.5% of dog groomers are women and 15.5% of dog groomers are men.
- Female, 84.5%
- Male, 15.5%
Dog groomer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 84.5% |
| Male | 15.5% |
Dog groomer gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,387
Female income
$31,980
Dog groomer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dog groomer positions over time. Currently, 84.5% of dog groomers are female.
Dog groomer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.06% | 84.94% |
| 2011 | 16.98% | 83.02% |
| 2012 | 18.92% | 81.08% |
| 2013 | 16.19% | 83.81% |
| 2014 | 17.56% | 82.44% |
| 2015 | 17.67% | 82.33% |
| 2016 | 17.44% | 82.56% |
| 2017 | 13.96% | 86.04% |
| 2018 | 16.06% | 83.94% |
| 2019 | 14.79% | 85.21% |
| 2020 | 16.12% | 83.88% |
| 2021 | 15.54% | 84.46% |
Dog groomer related jobs gender ratio
We compared dog groomers 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 Groomer | 16% | 84% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Dog groomer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dog groomers is White, which makes up 68.0% of all dog groomers. Comparatively, 17.3% of dog groomers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.4% of dog groomers are Unknown.
- White, 68.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.3%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 4.9%
- Asian, 2.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Dog groomer race
| Dog groomer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.3% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.9% |
| Asian | 2.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Dog groomer race and ethnicity over time
See how dog groomer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dog groomer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.88% | 4.65% | 1.67% | 13.69% |
| 2011 | 78.17% | 3.95% | 1.73% | 13.83% |
| 2012 | 75.66% | 4.53% | 1.85% | 14.87% |
| 2013 | 76.37% | 3.96% | 1.98% | 14.71% |
| 2014 | 75.01% | 5.16% | 2.44% | 14.04% |
| 2015 | 74.76% | 4.65% | 1.81% | 14.97% |
| 2016 | 75.55% | 4.66% | 1.95% | 14.53% |
| 2017 | 75.61% | 4.55% | 2.28% | 14.59% |
| 2018 | 73.61% | 4.47% | 2.92% | 15.22% |
| 2019 | 73.77% | 4.71% | 2.32% | 15.81% |
| 2020 | 70.17% | 4.39% | 2.72% | 16.50% |
| 2021 | 68.04% | 4.94% | 2.83% | 17.31% |
Dog groomer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino dog groomers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dog groomers have the lowest average salary at $31,063.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,889 |
| White | $33,002 |
| Black or African American | $31,063 |
| Asian | $32,993 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,037 |
Average dog groomer age
See how the average age of dog groomers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Dog groomer 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 groomer age breakdown
The average age of dog groomers is 20-30 years years old, representing 45% of the dog groomer population.
Dog groomer age breakdown
| Dog Groomer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 23% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 45% |
Dog groomer educational attainment
The most common degree for dog groomers is high school diploma, with 44% of dog groomers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 20%.
- High School Diploma, 44%
- Associate, 20%
- Bachelor's, 20%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Dog groomers by degree level
| Dog groomer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 44% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Bachelor's | 20% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Dog groomer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dog groomers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,133 annually. With a Associate degree, dog groomers earn a median annual income of $32,588 compared to $30,950 for dog groomers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,950 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,133 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $32,588 |
Dog groomer employment statistics
Company size where dog groomers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dog groomers work.
Dog groomer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 20% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 9% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Dog groomer jobs by industry
The most common industries for dog groomers are retail, professional and technology.
Dog groomer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 18% |
| Professional | 14% |
| Start-up | 12% |
| Technology | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Hospitality | 8% |
| Internet | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
Dog groomer turnover and employment statistics
Dog groomer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dog groomers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dog groomer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dog groomer 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 groomer tenure
The average dog groomer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,825 dog groomers resumes in Zippia's database.
Dog groomer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Dog groomer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dog groomers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Poker Dealer | 3.67% | 1,046 |
| Whale Trainer | 10.68% | 20,856 |
| Dog Groomer | 10.70% | - |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residence Director | 11.45% | 6,007 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar dog groomer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Poker Dealer | 3.67% | 1,046 |
| Whale Trainer | 10.68% | 20,856 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residence Director | 11.45% | 6,007 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by dog groomers
The most common foreign language among dog groomers is Spanish at 82.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 5.3% and French is the third-most popular at 3.5%.
- Spanish, 82.5%
- German, 5.3%
- French, 3.5%
- Russian, 3.5%
- Romanian, 1.8%
- Other, 3.4%
Dog groomer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 82.5% |
| German | 5.3% |
| French | 3.5% |
| Russian | 3.5% |
| Romanian | 1.8% |
| Other | 3.4% |
