Golfer demographics and statistics in the US
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Golfer gender statistics
28.4% of golfers are women and 71.6% of golfers are men.
- Male, 71.6%
- Female, 28.4%
Golfer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.6% |
| Female | 28.4% |
Golfer gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$50,103
Female income
$47,840
Golfer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in golfer positions over time. Currently, 28.4% of golfers are female.
Golfer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 37.47% | 62.53% |
| 2011 | 35.00% | 65.00% |
| 2012 | 36.76% | 63.24% |
| 2013 | 33.84% | 66.16% |
| 2014 | 34.00% | 66.00% |
| 2015 | 34.53% | 65.47% |
| 2016 | 32.18% | 67.82% |
| 2017 | 32.84% | 67.16% |
| 2018 | 67.93% | 32.07% |
| 2019 | 72.81% | 27.19% |
| 2020 | 72.39% | 27.61% |
| 2021 | 71.64% | 28.36% |
Golfer related jobs gender ratio
We compared golfers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Golfer | 72% | 28% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Golfer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among golfers is White, which makes up 72.8% of all golfers. Comparatively, 8.9% of golfers are Black or African American and 7.5% of golfers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 72.8%
- Black or African American, 8.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.5%
- Unknown, 6.8%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Golfer race
| Golfer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.8% |
| Black or African American | 8.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 6.8% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Golfer race and ethnicity over time
See how golfer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Golfer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.64% | 6.39% | 3.67% | 6.58% |
| 2011 | 79.62% | 6.91% | 3.79% | 6.52% |
| 2012 | 80.05% | 5.32% | 4.41% | 6.71% |
| 2013 | 77.41% | 6.27% | 3.84% | 8.32% |
| 2014 | 78.39% | 6.67% | 3.59% | 7.89% |
| 2015 | 79.26% | 5.55% | 3.97% | 8.32% |
| 2016 | 75.87% | 7.34% | 4.47% | 8.50% |
| 2017 | 77.01% | 6.59% | 3.84% | 8.29% |
| 2018 | 80.88% | 6.74% | 2.17% | 8.91% |
| 2019 | 78.07% | 6.76% | 3.93% | 7.20% |
| 2020 | 76.90% | 5.84% | 3.05% | 9.64% |
| 2021 | 72.83% | 8.90% | 3.75% | 7.49% |
Golfer wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown golfers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino golfers have the lowest average salary at $49,038.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,012 |
| White | $49,293 |
| Black or African American | $49,339 |
| Asian | $50,898 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,038 |
Golfer age breakdown
The average age of golfers is 20-30 years years old, representing 36% of the golfer population.
Golfer age breakdown
| Golfer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 30% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 36% |
Golfer educational attainment
The most common degree for golfers is bachelor's degree, with 82% of golfers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 8% and high school diploma degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 82%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Master's, 8%
- Associate, 3%
Golfers by degree level
| Golfer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 82% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Associate | 3% |
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Golfer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, golfers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $58,905 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, golfers earn a median annual income of $58,613 compared to $48,878 for golfers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $58,905 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,354 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,613 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,878 |
Golfer employment statistics
Company size where golfers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where golfers work.
Golfer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 62% |
Golfer turnover and employment statistics
Golfer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for golfers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Golfer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Golfer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.64% |
| 2011 | 10.09% |
| 2012 | 9.54% |
| 2013 | 7.83% |
| 2014 | 6.50% |
| 2015 | 6.51% |
| 2016 | 6.01% |
| 2017 | 6.48% |
| 2018 | 3.72% |
| 2019 | 5.77% |
| 2020 | 8.88% |
| 2021 | 9.09% |
Average golfer tenure
The average golfer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 64 golfers resumes in Zippia's database.
Golfer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 21% |
| 3-4 years | 22% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Golfer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of golfers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Events Scorer | 5.42% | 5,061 |
| Golfer | 6.54% | - |
| Men's Swim Coach | 7.62% | 15,899 |
| Singer | 8.54% | 414 |
| Orator | 13.74% | 111 |
| Teenage Program Director | 14.31% | 65,442 |
| Children's Choir Director | 30.45% | 13,013 |
Similar golfer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Events Scorer | 5.42% | 5,061 |
| Men's Swim Coach | 7.62% | 15,899 |
| Singer | 8.54% | 414 |
| Orator | 13.74% | 111 |
| Teenage Program Director | 14.31% | 65,442 |
| Children's Choir Director | 30.45% | 13,013 |
Foreign languages spoken by golfers
The most common foreign language among golfers is Greek at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- Greek, 33.3%
- French, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Golfer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Greek | 33.3% |
| French | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |