Gate guard demographics and statistics in the US
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Gate guard gender statistics
35.8% of gate guards are women and 64.2% of gate guards are men.
- Male, 64.2%
- Female, 35.8%
Gate guard gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 64.2% |
| Female | 35.8% |
Gate guard gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$37,187
Female income
$36,830
Gate guard gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in gate guard positions over time. Currently, 35.8% of gate guards are female.
Gate guard gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.36% | 32.64% |
| 2011 | 65.85% | 34.15% |
| 2012 | 67.33% | 32.67% |
| 2013 | 67.47% | 32.53% |
| 2014 | 66.44% | 33.56% |
| 2015 | 67.31% | 32.69% |
| 2016 | 66.85% | 33.15% |
| 2017 | 65.34% | 34.66% |
| 2018 | 66.37% | 33.63% |
| 2019 | 65.78% | 34.22% |
| 2020 | 63.21% | 36.79% |
| 2021 | 64.24% | 35.76% |
Gate guard related jobs gender ratio
We compared gate guards with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, rescue boat operator and bodyguard have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Monitor | 18% | 82% |
| School Crossing Guard | 21% | 79% |
| Crossing Guard | 23% | 77% |
| Gate Guard | 64% | 36% |
| Bouncer | 94% | 6% |
| Bodyguard | 96% | 4% |
| Rescue Boat Operator | 98% | 2% |
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Gate guard demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among gate guards is White, which makes up 51.5% of all gate guards. Comparatively, 24.6% of gate guards are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of gate guards are Black or African American.
- White, 51.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 24.6%
- Black or African American, 12.1%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Gate guard race
| Gate guard race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 24.6% |
| Black or African American | 12.1% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Gate guard race and ethnicity over time
See how gate guard racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Gate guard race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.01% | 12.41% | 3.76% | 19.46% |
| 2011 | 58.96% | 12.35% | 3.73% | 21.03% |
| 2012 | 58.62% | 12.63% | 3.66% | 21.14% |
| 2013 | 58.95% | 12.19% | 3.92% | 21.24% |
| 2014 | 57.64% | 13.03% | 3.62% | 21.57% |
| 2015 | 57.27% | 12.46% | 4.11% | 22.02% |
| 2016 | 56.90% | 12.23% | 3.89% | 22.90% |
| 2017 | 56.80% | 13.15% | 3.56% | 22.70% |
| 2018 | 57.05% | 12.03% | 3.76% | 22.71% |
| 2019 | 56.04% | 12.74% | 4.58% | 22.57% |
| 2020 | 51.37% | 13.31% | 4.63% | 23.96% |
| 2021 | 51.49% | 12.08% | 4.96% | 24.59% |
Gate guard wage gap by race
According to our data, white gate guards have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown gate guards have the lowest average salary at $36,748.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,748 |
| White | $37,422 |
| Black or African American | $37,269 |
| Asian | $37,399 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,101 |
Average gate guard age
See how the average age of gate guards varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Gate guard age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 45 | 41 |
| Unknown | 37.5 | 39 |
| Asian | 45 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 36.5 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38.5 | 37 |
Gate guard age breakdown
The average age of gate guards is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the gate guard population.
Gate guard age breakdown
| Gate Guard Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Gate guard educational attainment
The most common degree for gate guards is high school diploma, with 41% of gate guards earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 20%.
- High School Diploma, 41%
- Associate, 21%
- Bachelor's, 20%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Gate guards by degree level
| Gate guard degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 41% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Bachelor's | 20% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Gate guard wage gap by degree level
According to the data, gate guards with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $41,261 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, gate guards earn a median annual income of $38,588 compared to $36,665 for gate guards with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $41,261 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $35,555 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,588 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,665 |
Gate guard employment statistics
Most gate guards work for a private in the utilities industry.
Company size where gate guards work
Below, you can see the size of companies where gate guards work.
Gate guard jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Gate guard jobs by company type
Employees with the gate guard job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most gate guards prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Gate guard jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 78% |
| Government | 5% |
Gate guard jobs by industry
The most common industries for gate guards are utilities, professional and manufacturing.
Gate guard industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 15% |
| Professional | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Transportation | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Gate guard turnover and employment statistics
Gate guard unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for gate guards between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gate guard unemployment rate by year
| Year | Gate guard unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.24% |
| 2011 | 11.62% |
| 2012 | 10.40% |
| 2013 | 9.08% |
| 2014 | 8.18% |
| 2015 | 7.21% |
| 2016 | 6.47% |
| 2017 | 5.77% |
| 2018 | 5.47% |
| 2019 | 4.75% |
| 2020 | 6.85% |
| 2021 | 7.46% |
Average gate guard tenure
The average gate guard stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,636 gate guards resumes in Zippia's database.
Gate guard tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 45% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Gate guard LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of gate guards 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 |
|---|---|---|
| School Patrol | 3.84% | 39,950 |
| Gate Guard | 6.29% | - |
| Loss Prevention Officer | 7.17% | 106,512 |
| Lifeguard Supervisor | 7.20% | 4,311 |
| Bail Agent | 8.27% | 26,129 |
| Transportation Security Screener | 15.51% | 52,947 |
Similar gate guard jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| School Patrol | 3.84% | 39,950 |
| Loss Prevention Officer | 7.17% | 106,512 |
| Lifeguard Supervisor | 7.20% | 4,311 |
| Bail Agent | 8.27% | 26,129 |
| Transportation Security Screener | 15.51% | 52,947 |
Foreign languages spoken by gate guards
The most common foreign language among gate guards is Spanish at 58.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.3% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 58.3%
- French, 8.3%
- Portuguese, 5.6%
- Russian, 5.6%
- Vietnamese, 2.8%
- Other, 19.4%
Gate guard languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 58.3% |
| French | 8.3% |
| Portuguese | 5.6% |
| Russian | 5.6% |
| Vietnamese | 2.8% |
| Other | 19.4% |
