Housekeeping department worker demographics and statistics in the US
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Housekeeping department worker gender statistics
56.2% of housekeeping department workers are women and 43.8% of housekeeping department workers are men.
- Female, 56.2%
- Male, 43.8%
Housekeeping department worker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% |
| Male | 43.8% |
Housekeeping department worker gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,279
Female income
$28,088
Housekeeping department worker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in housekeeping department worker positions over time. Currently, 56.2% of housekeeping department workers are female.
Housekeeping department worker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42.27% | 57.73% |
| 2011 | 42.23% | 57.77% |
| 2012 | 40.53% | 59.47% |
| 2013 | 43.51% | 56.49% |
| 2014 | 43.81% | 56.19% |
| 2015 | 44.42% | 55.58% |
| 2016 | 42.49% | 57.51% |
| 2017 | 42.00% | 58.00% |
| 2018 | 42.05% | 57.95% |
| 2019 | 41.22% | 58.78% |
| 2020 | 42.04% | 57.96% |
| 2021 | 43.84% | 56.16% |
Housekeeping department worker related jobs gender ratio
We compared housekeeping department workers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, duct cleaner and floor polisher have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Maid Supervisor | 6% | 94% |
| Maid Housekeeper | 9% | 91% |
| Chambermaid | 9% | 91% |
| Housekeeping Department Worker | 44% | 56% |
| Rug Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
| Floor Polisher | 97% | 3% |
| Duct Cleaner | 97% | 3% |
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Housekeeping department worker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among housekeeping department workers is White, which makes up 58.9% of all housekeeping department workers. Comparatively, 21.2% of housekeeping department workers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.3% of housekeeping department workers are Black or African American.
- White, 58.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.2%
- Black or African American, 8.3%
- Asian, 5.5%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Housekeeping department worker race
| Housekeeping department worker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Housekeeping department worker race and ethnicity over time
See how housekeeping department worker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Housekeeping department worker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.24% | 11.45% | 4.15% | 19.03% |
| 2011 | 61.70% | 12.49% | 4.33% | 17.92% |
| 2012 | 62.02% | 11.28% | 4.17% | 19.27% |
| 2013 | 61.82% | 10.70% | 4.56% | 19.59% |
| 2014 | 61.30% | 10.79% | 4.89% | 19.72% |
| 2015 | 61.66% | 10.25% | 4.83% | 19.79% |
| 2016 | 61.11% | 9.86% | 4.74% | 20.82% |
| 2017 | 60.73% | 9.56% | 5.08% | 20.83% |
| 2018 | 61.02% | 8.99% | 4.99% | 21.29% |
| 2019 | 62.86% | 8.27% | 5.23% | 19.86% |
| 2020 | 61.79% | 7.87% | 5.05% | 20.01% |
| 2021 | 58.90% | 8.27% | 5.46% | 21.16% |
Housekeeping department worker wage gap by race
According to our data, asian housekeeping department workers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american housekeeping department workers have the lowest average salary at $28,972.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,996 |
| White | $28,976 |
| Black or African American | $28,972 |
| Asian | $30,128 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,339 |
Average housekeeping department worker age
See how the average age of housekeeping department workers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Housekeeping department worker age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | 50 |
| Unknown | 42 | 46 |
| Asian | 49.5 | 52 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 49 | 48 |
| White | 49 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 | 45 |
Housekeeping department worker age breakdown
The average age of housekeeping department workers is 40+ years years old, representing 75% of the housekeeping department worker population.
Housekeeping department worker age breakdown
| Housekeeping Department Worker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 75% |
| 30-40 years | 17% |
| 20-30 years | 8% |
Housekeeping department worker educational attainment
The most common degree for housekeeping department workers is high school diploma, with 30% of housekeeping department workers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 28% and bachelor's degree degree at 15%.
- High School Diploma, 30%
- Bachelor's, 28%
- Diploma, 15%
- Associate, 15%
- Other Degrees, 12%
Housekeeping department workers by degree level
| Housekeeping department worker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 30% |
| Bachelor's | 28% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Other Degrees | 12% |
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Housekeeping department worker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, housekeeping department workers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $29,729 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, housekeeping department workers earn a median annual income of $29,510 compared to $28,966 for housekeeping department workers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,966 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,510 |
| No Education | $28,518 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,729 |
Housekeeping department worker employment statistics
Most housekeeping department workers work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where housekeeping department workers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where housekeeping department workers work.
Housekeeping department worker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Housekeeping department worker jobs by company type
Employees with the housekeeping department worker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most housekeeping department workers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Housekeeping department worker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 16% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 66% |
| Government | 4% |
Housekeeping department worker jobs by industry
The most common industries for housekeeping department workers are health care, hospitality and education.
Housekeeping department worker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 26% |
| Hospitality | 26% |
| Education | 14% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Government | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Housekeeping department worker turnover and employment statistics
Housekeeping department worker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for housekeeping department workers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Housekeeping department worker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Housekeeping department worker unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.70% |
| 2011 | 11.68% |
| 2012 | 10.82% |
| 2013 | 9.61% |
| 2014 | 8.58% |
| 2015 | 7.99% |
| 2016 | 7.13% |
| 2017 | 6.55% |
| 2018 | 6.61% |
| 2019 | 5.39% |
| 2020 | 8.82% |
| 2021 | 9.26% |
Average housekeeping department worker tenure
The average housekeeping department worker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 376 housekeeping department workers resumes in Zippia's database.
Housekeeping department worker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 33% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Housekeeping department worker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of housekeeping department workers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pest Control Operator | 2.07% | 56,943 |
| Landscape Supervisor | 2.17% | 7,057 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Housekeeping Department Worker | 4.38% | - |
| Hand Rug Cleaner | 4.88% | 39,659 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Housekeeping Assistant Manager | 7.41% | 80,622 |
Similar housekeeping department worker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pest Control Operator | 2.07% | 56,943 |
| Landscape Supervisor | 2.17% | 7,057 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Hand Rug Cleaner | 4.88% | 39,659 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Housekeeping Assistant Manager | 7.41% | 80,622 |
Foreign languages spoken by housekeeping department workers
The most common foreign language among housekeeping department workers is Spanish at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.3% and Filipino is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 40.0%
- French, 13.3%
- Filipino, 6.7%
- Yoruba, 6.7%
- Ilocano, 6.7%
- Other, 26.6%
Housekeeping department worker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| French | 13.3% |
| Filipino | 6.7% |
| Yoruba | 6.7% |
| Ilocano | 6.7% |
| Other | 26.6% |
