Merchandise analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Merchandise analyst demographics by:
Merchandise analyst gender statistics
63.4% of merchandise analysts are women and 36.6% of merchandise analysts are men.
- Female, 63.4%
- Male, 36.6%
Merchandise analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 63.4% |
| Male | 36.6% |
Merchandise analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$66,819
Female income
$64,549
Merchandise analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in merchandise analyst positions over time. Currently, 63.4% of merchandise analysts are female.
Merchandise analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 44.70% | 55.30% |
| 2011 | 42.26% | 57.74% |
| 2012 | 42.51% | 57.49% |
| 2013 | 39.13% | 60.87% |
| 2014 | 39.17% | 60.83% |
| 2015 | 41.27% | 58.73% |
| 2016 | 40.53% | 59.47% |
| 2017 | 40.49% | 59.51% |
| 2018 | 39.56% | 60.44% |
| 2019 | 38.26% | 61.74% |
| 2020 | 35.91% | 64.09% |
| 2021 | 36.59% | 63.41% |
Merchandise analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared merchandise analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Merchandise Analyst | 37% | 63% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Merchandise analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among merchandise analysts is White, which makes up 66.9% of all merchandise analysts. Comparatively, 12.2% of merchandise analysts are Hispanic or Latino and 10.7% of merchandise analysts are Asian.
- White, 66.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.2%
- Asian, 10.7%
- Black or African American, 5.1%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Merchandise analyst race
| Merchandise analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.2% |
| Asian | 10.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Merchandise analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how merchandise analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Merchandise analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.86% | 5.29% | 8.45% | 8.60% |
| 2011 | 74.16% | 5.29% | 8.88% | 9.56% |
| 2012 | 74.22% | 5.49% | 8.17% | 9.79% |
| 2013 | 73.98% | 5.70% | 7.62% | 9.81% |
| 2014 | 74.30% | 5.13% | 8.79% | 9.26% |
| 2015 | 73.26% | 4.71% | 9.09% | 9.96% |
| 2016 | 71.49% | 5.88% | 9.31% | 10.86% |
| 2017 | 71.46% | 5.74% | 9.38% | 10.47% |
| 2018 | 70.77% | 5.40% | 9.39% | 11.06% |
| 2019 | 71.10% | 5.29% | 9.60% | 11.11% |
| 2020 | 69.20% | 4.75% | 9.68% | 11.98% |
| 2021 | 66.92% | 5.10% | 10.70% | 12.17% |
Merchandise analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian merchandise analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american merchandise analysts have the lowest average salary at $63,106.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $65,617 |
| White | $67,480 |
| Black or African American | $63,106 |
| Asian | $71,910 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $66,289 |
Average merchandise analyst age
See how the average age of merchandise analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Merchandise analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34 | 29.5 |
| White | 37 | 34 |
| Black or African American | 33.5 | 31 |
| Asian | 35 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 33 |
Merchandise analyst age breakdown
The average age of merchandise analysts is 30-40 years years old, representing 35% of the merchandise analyst population.
Merchandise analyst age breakdown
| Merchandise Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 35% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 30% |
Merchandise analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for merchandise analysts is bachelor's degree, with 83% of merchandise analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 8% and associate degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 83%
- Associate, 8%
- Master's, 6%
- High School Diploma, 1%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Merchandise analysts by degree level
| Merchandise analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 83% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Master's | 6% |
| High School Diploma | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Merchandise analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, merchandise analysts with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $77,808 annually. With a Master's degree, merchandise analysts earn a median annual income of $77,202 compared to $69,147 for merchandise analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $77,202 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,147 |
| Doctorate Degree | $77,808 |
Merchandise analyst employment statistics
Most merchandise analysts work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where merchandise analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where merchandise analysts work.
Merchandise analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 13% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 37% |
Merchandise analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the merchandise analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most merchandise analysts prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Merchandise analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 0% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 64% |
| Government | 1% |
Merchandise analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for merchandise analysts are retail, manufacturing and professional.
Merchandise analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 47% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Media | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
Merchandise analyst turnover and employment statistics
Merchandise analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for merchandise analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Merchandise analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Merchandise analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.74% |
| 2011 | 5.95% |
| 2012 | 6.43% |
| 2013 | 4.82% |
| 2014 | 4.69% |
| 2015 | 3.53% |
| 2016 | 4.06% |
| 2017 | 3.47% |
| 2018 | 3.02% |
| 2019 | 3.21% |
| 2020 | 5.42% |
| 2021 | 5.17% |
Average merchandise analyst tenure
The average merchandise analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,285 merchandise analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Merchandise analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 48% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Merchandise analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of merchandise analysts 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Estimator | 4.41% | 24,116 |
| Lead Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 25,057 |
| Senior Staffing Coordinator | 8.93% | 39,200 |
| Merchandise Analyst | 10.00% | - |
| Energy Control Officer | 11.05% | 88,365 |
| Immigration Officer | 11.64% | 55,872 |
| Campaign Fundraiser | 19.25% | 1,678 |
Similar merchandise analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Estimator | 4.41% | 24,116 |
| Lead Logistics Analyst | 8.65% | 25,057 |
| Senior Staffing Coordinator | 8.93% | 39,200 |
| Energy Control Officer | 11.05% | 88,365 |
| Immigration Officer | 11.64% | 55,872 |
| Campaign Fundraiser | 19.25% | 1,678 |
Foreign languages spoken by merchandise analysts
The most common foreign language among merchandise analysts is Spanish at 31.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 13.1% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 11.5%.
- Spanish, 31.1%
- Mandarin, 13.1%
- Chinese, 11.5%
- French, 8.2%
- Polish, 6.6%
- Other, 29.5%
Merchandise analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 31.1% |
| Mandarin | 13.1% |
| Chinese | 11.5% |
| French | 8.2% |
| Polish | 6.6% |
| Other | 29.5% |
