Horseman demographics and statistics in the US
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Horseman gender statistics
42.4% of horsemen are women and 57.6% of horsemen are men.
- Male, 57.6%
- Female, 42.4%
Horseman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.6% |
| Female | 42.4% |
Horseman gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,207
Female income
$46,283
Horseman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in horseman positions over time. Currently, 42.4% of horsemen are female.
Horseman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24.40% | 75.60% |
| 2011 | 22.48% | 77.52% |
| 2012 | 23.85% | 76.15% |
| 2013 | 21.60% | 78.40% |
| 2014 | 21.73% | 78.27% |
| 2015 | 22.13% | 77.87% |
| 2016 | 20.36% | 79.64% |
| 2017 | 20.85% | 79.15% |
| 2018 | 53.30% | 46.70% |
| 2019 | 59.06% | 40.94% |
| 2020 | 58.55% | 41.45% |
| 2021 | 57.65% | 42.35% |
Horseman related jobs gender ratio
We compared horsemen 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% |
| Horseman | 58% | 42% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Horseman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among horsemen is White, which makes up 72.8% of all horsemen. Comparatively, 8.9% of horsemen are Black or African American and 7.5% of horsemen 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%
Horseman race
| Horseman 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% |
Horseman race and ethnicity over time
See how horseman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Horseman 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% |
Horseman wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown horsemen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino horsemen have the lowest average salary at $47,303.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,822 |
| White | $47,520 |
| Black or African American | $47,559 |
| Asian | $48,880 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,303 |
Horseman age breakdown
The average age of horsemen is 20-30 years years old, representing 36% of the horseman population.
Horseman age breakdown
| Horseman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 30% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 36% |
Horseman educational attainment
The most common degree for horsemen is bachelor's degree, with 65% of horsemen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Horsemen by degree level
| Horseman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Horseman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, horsemen with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $55,594 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, horsemen earn a median annual income of $55,351 compared to $47,167 for horsemen with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $55,594 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,014 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,351 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,167 |
Horseman turnover and employment statistics
Horseman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for horsemen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Horseman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Horseman 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 horseman tenure
The average horseman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 92 horsemen resumes in Zippia's database.
Horseman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Horseman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of horsemen 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Referee | 5.42% | 6,164 |
| Horseman | 6.54% | - |
| Men's Swim Coach | 7.62% | 15,899 |
| Bugler | 8.54% | - |
| Comedian | 13.74% | 240 |
| Voice-Over Talent | 14.31% | 6,596 |
| Director Of Music | 30.45% | 7,394 |
Similar horseman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Referee | 5.42% | 6,164 |
| Men's Swim Coach | 7.62% | 15,899 |
| Bugler | 8.54% | |
| Comedian | 13.74% | 240 |
| Voice-Over Talent | 14.31% | 6,596 |
| Director Of Music | 30.45% | 7,394 |
Foreign languages spoken by horsemen
- Spanish, 66.7%
- French, 33.3%
Horseman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| French | 33.3% |