Head manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Head manager gender statistics
41.9% of head managers are women and 58.1% of head managers are men.
- Male, 58.1%
- Female, 41.9%
Head manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 58.1% |
| Female | 41.9% |
Head manager gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$128,822
Female income
$114,926
Head manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in head manager positions over time. Currently, 41.9% of head managers are female.
Head manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.97% | 36.03% |
| 2011 | 63.29% | 36.71% |
| 2012 | 62.47% | 37.53% |
| 2013 | 63.00% | 37.00% |
| 2014 | 64.84% | 35.16% |
| 2015 | 63.54% | 36.46% |
| 2016 | 64.45% | 35.55% |
| 2017 | 61.79% | 38.21% |
| 2018 | 61.71% | 38.29% |
| 2019 | 59.70% | 40.30% |
| 2020 | 59.82% | 40.18% |
| 2021 | 58.06% | 41.94% |
Head manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared head managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Head Manager | 58% | 42% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Head manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among head managers is White, which makes up 67.4% of all head managers. Comparatively, 15.2% of head managers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.4% of head managers are Asian.
- White, 67.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.2%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Head manager race
| Head manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.2% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Head manager race and ethnicity over time
See how head manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Head manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.08% | 6.30% | 5.27% | 11.07% |
| 2011 | 74.92% | 6.46% | 5.29% | 10.78% |
| 2012 | 74.57% | 6.03% | 5.42% | 11.86% |
| 2013 | 75.08% | 5.85% | 5.47% | 11.22% |
| 2014 | 73.97% | 5.82% | 5.36% | 12.57% |
| 2015 | 73.98% | 5.88% | 5.30% | 12.50% |
| 2016 | 71.65% | 6.39% | 5.75% | 13.71% |
| 2017 | 73.01% | 5.88% | 5.49% | 13.21% |
| 2018 | 72.57% | 5.65% | 6.07% | 13.08% |
| 2019 | 71.19% | 5.92% | 6.11% | 14.15% |
| 2020 | 69.43% | 5.96% | 5.75% | 14.04% |
| 2021 | 67.38% | 6.20% | 6.38% | 15.24% |
Head manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian head managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american head managers have the lowest average salary at $122,863.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $126,788 |
| White | $131,943 |
| Black or African American | $122,863 |
| Asian | $134,194 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $128,627 |
Average head manager age
See how the average age of head managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Head manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 43 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 40 |
| White | 45 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 43 | 44 |
Head manager age breakdown
The average age of head managers is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the head manager population.
Head manager age breakdown
| Head Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Head manager educational attainment
The most common degree for head managers is bachelor's degree, with 58% of head managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- Bachelor's, 58%
- Associate, 15%
- High School Diploma, 13%
- Master's, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Head managers by degree level
| Head manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 58% |
| Associate | 15% |
| High School Diploma | 13% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Head manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, head managers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $163,714 annually. With a Doctorate degree, head managers earn a median annual income of $157,140 compared to $139,128 for head managers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $163,714 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $111,418 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $139,128 |
| Doctorate Degree | $157,140 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $115,171 |
Head manager employment statistics
Most head managers work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where head managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where head managers work.
Head manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
Head manager jobs by company type
Employees with the head manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most head managers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Head manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 25% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 48% |
| Government | 5% |
Head manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for head managers are education, hospitality and retail.
Head manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 22% |
| Hospitality | 14% |
| Retail | 13% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Head manager turnover and employment statistics
Head manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for head managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Head manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Head manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.02% |
| 2011 | 5.17% |
| 2012 | 4.50% |
| 2013 | 3.74% |
| 2014 | 3.19% |
| 2015 | 2.83% |
| 2016 | 2.57% |
| 2017 | 2.68% |
| 2018 | 2.15% |
| 2019 | 2.22% |
| 2020 | 3.68% |
| 2021 | 4.01% |
Average head manager tenure
The average head manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,019 head managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Head manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Head manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of head managers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Director | 7.93% | 65,496 |
| Loss Prevention Supervisor | 8.41% | 4,508 |
| Sales Manager/Sales Trainer | 9.38% | 126,447 |
| Head Manager | 10.39% | - |
| Insurance Commissioner | 11.63% | 33,833 |
| Human Resources Manager | 13.02% | 43,453 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Similar head manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Director | 7.93% | 65,496 |
| Loss Prevention Supervisor | 8.41% | 4,508 |
| Sales Manager/Sales Trainer | 9.38% | 126,447 |
| Insurance Commissioner | 11.63% | 33,833 |
| Human Resources Manager | 13.02% | 43,453 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Foreign languages spoken by head managers
The most common foreign language among head managers is Spanish at 45.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 7.8% and Russian is the third-most popular at 7.8%.
- Spanish, 45.3%
- French, 7.8%
- Russian, 7.8%
- Chinese, 3.9%
- Korean, 3.9%
- Other, 31.3%
Head manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 45.3% |
| French | 7.8% |
| Russian | 7.8% |
| Chinese | 3.9% |
| Korean | 3.9% |
| Other | 31.3% |
