Operating partner demographics and statistics in the US
Operating partner demographics research summary. Zippia estimates operating partner demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our operating partner estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about operating partners after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 3,652 operating partners currently employed in the United States.
- 21.2% of all operating partners are women, while 78.8% are men.
- The average operating partner age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of operating partners is White (67.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.4%), Asian (6.4%) and Black or African American (6.3%).
- In 2022, women earned 88% of what men earned.
- 10% of all operating partners are LGBT.
- Operating partners are 68% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Operating partner demographics by:
Operating partner gender statistics
21.2% of operating partners are women and 78.8% of operating partners are men.
- Male, 78.8%
- Female, 21.2%
Operating partner gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.8% |
| Female | 21.2% |
Operating partner gender pay gap
Women earn 88¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$97,521
Female income
$85,839
Operating partner gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in operating partner positions over time. Currently, 21.2% of operating partners are female.
Operating partner gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.69% | 17.31% |
| 2011 | 82.26% | 17.74% |
| 2012 | 81.74% | 18.26% |
| 2013 | 82.08% | 17.92% |
| 2014 | 83.22% | 16.78% |
| 2015 | 82.42% | 17.58% |
| 2016 | 82.98% | 17.02% |
| 2017 | 81.31% | 18.69% |
| 2018 | 81.26% | 18.74% |
| 2019 | 79.94% | 20.06% |
| 2020 | 80.02% | 19.98% |
| 2021 | 78.83% | 21.17% |
Operating partner related jobs gender ratio
We compared operating partners with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Operating Partner | 79% | 21% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Operating partner demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among operating partners is White, which makes up 67.1% of all operating partners. Comparatively, 15.4% of operating partners are Hispanic or Latino and 6.4% of operating partners are Asian.
- White, 67.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.4%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 6.3%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Operating partner race
| Operating partner race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.4% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Operating partner race and ethnicity over time
See how operating partner racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Operating partner race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.76% | 6.36% | 5.32% | 11.26% |
| 2011 | 74.60% | 6.52% | 5.34% | 10.98% |
| 2012 | 74.25% | 6.09% | 5.47% | 12.06% |
| 2013 | 74.76% | 5.91% | 5.52% | 11.42% |
| 2014 | 73.65% | 5.88% | 5.41% | 12.77% |
| 2015 | 73.66% | 5.94% | 5.35% | 12.69% |
| 2016 | 71.33% | 6.45% | 5.80% | 13.91% |
| 2017 | 72.69% | 5.93% | 5.54% | 13.41% |
| 2018 | 72.25% | 5.71% | 6.12% | 13.27% |
| 2019 | 70.87% | 5.98% | 6.16% | 14.35% |
| 2020 | 69.11% | 6.02% | 5.80% | 14.24% |
| 2021 | 67.06% | 6.25% | 6.43% | 15.44% |
Operating partner wage gap by race
According to our data, asian operating partners have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american operating partners have the lowest average salary at $92,492.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $95,801 |
| White | $100,166 |
| Black or African American | $92,492 |
| Asian | $102,078 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $97,356 |
Average operating partner age
See how the average age of operating partners varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Operating partner age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 43 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 40 |
| White | 45 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 43 | 44 |
Operating partner age breakdown
The average age of operating partners is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the operating partner population.
Operating partner age breakdown
| Operating Partner Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Operating partner educational attainment
The most common degree for operating partners is bachelor's degree, with 65% of operating partners earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 16%
- Master's, 10%
- High School Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Operating partners by degree level
| Operating partner degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Master's | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Operating partner wage gap by degree level
According to the data, operating partners with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $127,486 annually. With a Doctorate degree, operating partners earn a median annual income of $121,777 compared to $106,283 for operating partners with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $127,486 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $82,915 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $106,283 |
| Doctorate Degree | $121,777 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $86,043 |
Operating partner employment statistics
Most operating partners work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where operating partners work
Below, you can see the size of companies where operating partners work.
Operating partner jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 25% |
Operating partner jobs by company type
Employees with the operating partner job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most operating partners prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Operating partner jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 25% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 2% |
Operating partner jobs by industry
The most common industries for operating partners are hospitality, health care and technology.
Operating partner industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 27% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Operating partner turnover and employment statistics
Operating partner unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for operating partners between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Operating partner unemployment rate by year
| Year | Operating partner unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.02% |
| 2011 | 5.17% |
| 2012 | 4.50% |
| 2013 | 3.74% |
| 2014 | 3.19% |
| 2015 | 2.83% |
| 2016 | 2.57% |
| 2017 | 2.68% |
| 2018 | 2.15% |
| 2019 | 2.22% |
| 2020 | 3.68% |
| 2021 | 4.01% |
Average operating partner tenure
The average operating partner stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,048 operating partners resumes in Zippia's database.
Operating partner tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 7% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Operating partner LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of operating partners 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Manager | 7.93% | 42,602 |
| Product Management Internship | 8.41% | 160,403 |
| Sales Administrator | 9.38% | 82,712 |
| Operating Partner | 10.39% | - |
| Board Member, President | 11.63% | 36,780 |
| Talent Acquisition Manager | 13.02% | 26,512 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Similar operating partner jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Manager | 7.93% | 42,602 |
| Product Management Internship | 8.41% | 160,403 |
| Sales Administrator | 9.38% | 82,712 |
| Board Member, President | 11.63% | 36,780 |
| Talent Acquisition Manager | 13.02% | 26,512 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Foreign languages spoken by operating partners
The most common foreign language among operating partners is Spanish at 49.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.8% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 7.8%.
- Spanish, 49.0%
- French, 9.8%
- Portuguese, 7.8%
- Italian, 7.8%
- Japanese, 3.9%
- Other, 21.7%
Operating partner languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 49.0% |
| French | 9.8% |
| Portuguese | 7.8% |
| Italian | 7.8% |
| Japanese | 3.9% |
| Other | 21.7% |
