Merchandise distributor demographics and statistics in the US
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Merchandise distributor demographics by:
Merchandise distributor gender statistics
31.9% of merchandise distributors are women and 68.1% of merchandise distributors are men.
- Male, 68.1%
- Female, 31.9%
Merchandise distributor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 68.1% |
| Female | 31.9% |
Merchandise distributor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$43,740
Female income
$42,687
Merchandise distributor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in merchandise distributor positions over time. Currently, 31.9% of merchandise distributors are female.
Merchandise distributor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.97% | 33.03% |
| 2011 | 67.91% | 32.09% |
| 2012 | 68.51% | 31.49% |
| 2013 | 68.67% | 31.33% |
| 2014 | 69.27% | 30.73% |
| 2015 | 69.16% | 30.84% |
| 2016 | 69.17% | 30.83% |
| 2017 | 69.21% | 30.79% |
| 2018 | 69.59% | 30.41% |
| 2019 | 68.04% | 31.96% |
| 2020 | 69.12% | 30.88% |
| 2021 | 68.13% | 31.87% |
Merchandise distributor related jobs gender ratio
We compared merchandise distributors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, centrifugal operator and flight information expediter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetician | 3% | 97% |
| Schedule Checker | 10% | 90% |
| Plant Clerk | 14% | 86% |
| Merchandise Distributor | 68% | 32% |
| Raw Scales Operator | 95% | 5% |
| Flight Information Expediter | 95% | 5% |
| Centrifugal Operator | 96% | 4% |
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Merchandise distributor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among merchandise distributors is White, which makes up 56.9% of all merchandise distributors. Comparatively, 20.5% of merchandise distributors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of merchandise distributors are Black or African American.
- White, 56.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.5%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Merchandise distributor race
| Merchandise distributor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Merchandise distributor race and ethnicity over time
See how merchandise distributor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Merchandise distributor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.66% | 10.64% | 6.12% | 17.16% |
| 2011 | 61.23% | 11.88% | 5.80% | 17.50% |
| 2012 | 61.31% | 11.86% | 5.79% | 17.67% |
| 2013 | 62.06% | 11.54% | 5.89% | 17.30% |
| 2014 | 61.37% | 11.72% | 5.93% | 17.58% |
| 2015 | 61.68% | 11.21% | 6.14% | 17.31% |
| 2016 | 60.48% | 11.44% | 6.07% | 18.09% |
| 2017 | 60.59% | 11.24% | 6.09% | 18.37% |
| 2018 | 60.91% | 10.13% | 6.50% | 18.92% |
| 2019 | 60.25% | 10.30% | 6.31% | 18.89% |
| 2020 | 58.43% | 10.14% | 6.79% | 19.01% |
| 2021 | 56.88% | 9.38% | 6.65% | 20.55% |
Merchandise distributor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino merchandise distributors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown merchandise distributors have the lowest average salary at $43,430.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,430 |
| White | $43,575 |
| Black or African American | $43,589 |
| Asian | $43,822 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,288 |
Average merchandise distributor age
See how the average age of merchandise distributors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Merchandise distributor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 31 | 36 |
| Unknown | 30 | 38 |
| Asian | 39 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30 | 35 |
| White | 34 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 31 | 39 |
Merchandise distributor age breakdown
The average age of merchandise distributors is 40+ years years old, representing 42% of the merchandise distributor population.
Merchandise distributor age breakdown
| Merchandise Distributor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 42% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 32% |
Merchandise distributor educational attainment
The most common degree for merchandise distributors is bachelor's degree, with 56% of merchandise distributors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- Bachelor's, 56%
- Associate, 16%
- High School Diploma, 16%
- Master's, 8%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Merchandise distributors by degree level
| Merchandise distributor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 56% |
| Associate | 16% |
| High School Diploma | 16% |
| Master's | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Merchandise distributor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, merchandise distributors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $47,743 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, merchandise distributors earn a median annual income of $45,465 compared to $43,766 for merchandise distributors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,743 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,623 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,465 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,766 |
Merchandise distributor employment statistics
Most merchandise distributors work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where merchandise distributors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where merchandise distributors work.
Merchandise distributor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 8% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 30% |
Merchandise distributor jobs by company type
Employees with the merchandise distributor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most merchandise distributors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Merchandise distributor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 29% |
| Private | 67% |
| Government | 3% |
Merchandise distributor jobs by industry
The most common industries for merchandise distributors are retail, manufacturing and hospitality.
Merchandise distributor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 31% |
| Manufacturing | 17% |
| Fortune 500 | 15% |
| Hospitality | 8% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Education | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Merchandise distributor turnover and employment statistics
Merchandise distributor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for merchandise distributors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Merchandise distributor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Merchandise distributor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14.65% |
| 2011 | 14.56% |
| 2012 | 13.20% |
| 2013 | 12.82% |
| 2014 | 10.96% |
| 2015 | 9.47% |
| 2016 | 9.22% |
| 2017 | 8.43% |
| 2018 | 8.38% |
| 2019 | 7.51% |
| 2020 | 8.39% |
| 2021 | 8.24% |
Average merchandise distributor tenure
The average merchandise distributor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 309 merchandise distributors resumes in Zippia's database.
Merchandise distributor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Merchandise distributor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of merchandise distributors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Distributor | 6.40% | - |
| Phonathon Caller | 8.26% | 825 |
| Letter Carrier Technician | 9.48% | 21,173 |
| Postal Retail Clerk | 10.33% | 129,807 |
| Production Control Assistant | 10.63% | 82,122 |
| Posting Machine Operator | 11.70% | 53,653 |
| 911 Operator | 17.25% | 30,371 |
Similar merchandise distributor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Phonathon Caller | 8.26% | 825 |
| Letter Carrier Technician | 9.48% | 21,173 |
| Postal Retail Clerk | 10.33% | 129,807 |
| Production Control Assistant | 10.63% | 82,122 |
| Posting Machine Operator | 11.70% | 53,653 |
| 911 Operator | 17.25% | 30,371 |
Foreign languages spoken by merchandise distributors
The most common foreign language among merchandise distributors is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Polish at 16.7% and Japanese is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Polish, 16.7%
- Japanese, 16.7%
Merchandise distributor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Polish | 16.7% |
| Japanese | 16.7% |