Guide dog trainer demographics and statistics in the US
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Guide dog trainer demographics by:
Guide dog trainer gender statistics
39.1% of guide dog trainers are women and 60.9% of guide dog trainers are men.
- Male, 60.9%
- Female, 39.1%
Guide dog trainer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 60.9% |
| Female | 39.1% |
Guide dog trainer gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,183
Female income
$37,515
Guide dog trainer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in guide dog trainer positions over time. Currently, 39.1% of guide dog trainers are female.
Guide dog trainer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.52% | 23.48% |
| 2011 | 76.24% | 23.76% |
| 2012 | 70.28% | 29.72% |
| 2013 | 61.36% | 38.64% |
| 2014 | 62.63% | 37.37% |
| 2015 | 61.46% | 38.54% |
| 2016 | 72.13% | 27.87% |
| 2017 | 69.03% | 30.97% |
| 2018 | 59.00% | 41.00% |
| 2019 | 60.05% | 39.95% |
| 2020 | 68.82% | 31.18% |
| 2021 | 60.87% | 39.13% |
Guide dog trainer related jobs gender ratio
We compared guide dog trainers 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% |
| Guide Dog Trainer | 61% | 39% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Guide dog trainer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among guide dog trainers is White, which makes up 71.5% of all guide dog trainers. Comparatively, 14.6% of guide dog trainers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of guide dog trainers are Unknown.
- White, 71.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.6%
- Unknown, 7.6%
- Black or African American, 4.4%
- Asian, 1.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Guide dog trainer race
| Guide dog trainer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.6% |
| Unknown | 7.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.4% |
| Asian | 1.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Guide dog trainer race and ethnicity over time
See how guide dog trainer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Guide dog trainer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.47% | 4.58% | 1.31% | 11.14% |
| 2011 | 79.98% | 2.80% | 1.45% | 13.04% |
| 2012 | 77.66% | 3.55% | 0.40% | 13.39% |
| 2013 | 80.59% | 4.42% | 0.61% | 9.44% |
| 2014 | 82.21% | 3.17% | 0.59% | 9.99% |
| 2015 | 83.46% | 1.95% | 1.23% | 10.06% |
| 2016 | 78.64% | 5.50% | 1.12% | 12.05% |
| 2017 | 81.85% | 3.00% | 0.55% | 11.49% |
| 2018 | 82.81% | 3.12% | 0.54% | 10.12% |
| 2019 | 83.65% | 3.36% | 0.62% | 9.66% |
| 2020 | 76.61% | 3.80% | 2.01% | 12.12% |
| 2021 | 71.49% | 4.43% | 1.66% | 14.62% |
Guide dog trainer wage gap by race
According to our data, white guide dog trainers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american guide dog trainers have the lowest average salary at $37,786.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,688 |
| White | $40,740 |
| Black or African American | $37,786 |
| Asian | $39,118 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,642 |
Average guide dog trainer age
See how the average age of guide dog trainers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Guide dog trainer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 | |
| White | 47 | 37 |
| Black or African American | 49 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 |
Guide dog trainer age breakdown
The average age of guide dog trainers is 40+ years years old, representing 52% of the guide dog trainer population.
Guide dog trainer age breakdown
| Guide Dog Trainer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 52% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Guide dog trainer educational attainment
The most common degree for guide dog trainers is bachelor's degree, with 68% of guide dog trainers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 12% and high school diploma degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 68%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Associate, 8%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Guide dog trainers by degree level
| Guide dog trainer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 68% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Guide dog trainer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, guide dog trainers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $40,249 annually. With a Associate degree, guide dog trainers earn a median annual income of $38,506 compared to $36,723 for guide dog trainers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $36,723 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,249 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,506 |
Guide dog trainer employment statistics
Most guide dog trainers work for a private in the non profits industry.
Company size where guide dog trainers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where guide dog trainers work.
Guide dog trainer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Guide dog trainer jobs by company type
Employees with the guide dog trainer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most guide dog trainers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Guide dog trainer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 72% |
Guide dog trainer jobs by industry
The most common industries for guide dog trainers are non profits, hospitality and professional.
Guide dog trainer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Hospitality | 13% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Technology | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
| Telecommunication | 4% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Media | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Automotive | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
Guide dog trainer turnover and employment statistics
Guide dog trainer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for guide dog trainers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Guide dog trainer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Guide dog trainer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.73% |
| 2011 | 5.90% |
| 2012 | 6.28% |
| 2013 | 5.13% |
| 2014 | 3.81% |
| 2015 | 2.78% |
| 2016 | 3.55% |
| 2017 | 3.47% |
| 2018 | 4.08% |
| 2019 | 2.31% |
| 2020 | 2.17% |
| 2021 | 4.61% |
Average guide dog trainer tenure
The average guide dog trainer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 199 guide dog trainers resumes in Zippia's database.
Guide dog trainer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 31% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Guide dog trainer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of guide dog trainers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 3.67% | 2,027 |
| Animal Care Service Worker | 10.47% | 82,385 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residence Director | 11.45% | 6,007 |
| Usher/Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,556 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
| Guide Dog Trainer | 15.62% | - |
Similar guide dog trainer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 3.67% | 2,027 |
| Animal Care Service Worker | 10.47% | 82,385 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residence Director | 11.45% | 6,007 |
| Usher/Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,556 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by guide dog trainers
The most common foreign language among guide dog trainers is German at 20.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Urdu at 20.0% and Hindi is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- German, 20.0%
- Urdu, 20.0%
- Hindi, 20.0%
- French, 20.0%
- Spanish, 20.0%
Guide dog trainer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 20.0% |
| Urdu | 20.0% |
| Hindi | 20.0% |
| French | 20.0% |
| Spanish | 20.0% |