Horse groomer demographics and statistics in the US
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Horse groomer demographics by:
Horse groomer gender statistics
64.9% of horse groomers are women and 35.1% of horse groomers are men.
- Female, 64.9%
- Male, 35.1%
Horse groomer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 64.9% |
| Male | 35.1% |
Horse groomer gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,468
Female income
$32,992
Horse groomer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in horse groomer positions over time. Currently, 64.9% of horse groomers are female.
Horse groomer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 34.23% | 65.77% |
| 2011 | 37.53% | 62.47% |
| 2012 | 40.66% | 59.34% |
| 2013 | 36.20% | 63.80% |
| 2014 | 38.48% | 61.52% |
| 2015 | 38.66% | 61.34% |
| 2016 | 38.29% | 61.71% |
| 2017 | 32.27% | 67.73% |
| 2018 | 35.96% | 64.04% |
| 2019 | 33.76% | 66.24% |
| 2020 | 36.08% | 63.92% |
| 2021 | 35.07% | 64.93% |
Horse groomer related jobs gender ratio
We compared horse 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% |
| Horse Groomer | 35% | 65% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Horse groomer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among horse groomers is White, which makes up 67.9% of all horse groomers. Comparatively, 18.4% of horse groomers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.2% of horse groomers are Unknown.
- White, 67.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.4%
- Unknown, 6.2%
- Black or African American, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Horse groomer race
| Horse groomer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.4% |
| Unknown | 6.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Horse groomer race and ethnicity over time
See how horse groomer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Horse groomer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.79% | 4.05% | 1.50% | 14.81% |
| 2011 | 78.08% | 3.34% | 1.55% | 14.95% |
| 2012 | 75.57% | 3.92% | 1.67% | 15.98% |
| 2013 | 76.28% | 3.35% | 1.80% | 15.83% |
| 2014 | 74.92% | 4.55% | 2.26% | 15.16% |
| 2015 | 74.67% | 4.04% | 1.63% | 16.08% |
| 2016 | 75.46% | 4.05% | 1.77% | 15.64% |
| 2017 | 75.53% | 3.94% | 2.11% | 15.71% |
| 2018 | 73.52% | 3.87% | 2.74% | 16.33% |
| 2019 | 73.69% | 4.10% | 2.14% | 16.93% |
| 2020 | 70.08% | 3.78% | 2.54% | 17.62% |
| 2021 | 67.95% | 4.33% | 2.65% | 18.42% |
Horse groomer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino horse groomers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american horse groomers have the lowest average salary at $31,920.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,885 |
| White | $34,191 |
| Black or African American | $31,920 |
| Asian | $34,180 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,232 |
Average horse groomer age
See how the average age of horse groomers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Horse 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 |
Horse groomer age breakdown
The average age of horse groomers is 20-30 years years old, representing 45% of the horse groomer population.
Horse groomer age breakdown
| Horse Groomer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 23% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 45% |
Horse groomer educational attainment
The most common degree for horse groomers is high school diploma, with 34% of horse groomers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 26% and associate degree degree at 25%.
- High School Diploma, 34%
- Associate, 26%
- Bachelor's, 25%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Horse groomers by degree level
| Horse groomer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 34% |
| Associate | 26% |
| Bachelor's | 25% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Horse groomer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, horse groomers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $35,525 annually. With a Associate degree, horse groomers earn a median annual income of $33,705 compared to $31,789 for horse groomers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,789 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $35,525 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,705 |
Horse groomer employment statistics
Most horse groomers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where horse groomers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where horse groomers work.
Horse groomer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 38% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 33% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 8% |
Horse groomer jobs by company type
Employees with the horse groomer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most horse groomers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Horse groomer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 89% |
Horse groomer jobs by industry
The most common industries for horse groomers are hospitality, non profits and construction.
Horse groomer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 15% |
| Non Profits | 11% |
| Construction | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Start-up | 7% |
| Health Care | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Media | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Agriculture | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
Horse groomer turnover and employment statistics
Horse groomer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for horse groomers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Horse groomer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Horse 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 horse groomer tenure
The average horse groomer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 286 horse groomers resumes in Zippia's database.
Horse groomer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Horse groomer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of horse 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 3.67% | 2,027 |
| Dog Obedience Instructor | 10.68% | 29,840 |
| Horse Groomer | 10.70% | - |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar horse groomer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 3.67% | 2,027 |
| Dog Obedience Instructor | 10.68% | 29,840 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by horse groomers
The most common foreign language among horse groomers is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Czech at 16.7% and German is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Czech, 16.7%
- German, 16.7%
Horse groomer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Czech | 16.7% |
| German | 16.7% |
