Organizer demographics and statistics in the US
Organizer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates organizer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our organizer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about organizers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 41,503 organizers currently employed in the United States.
- 53.2% of all organizers are women, while 46.8% are men.
- The average organizer age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of organizers is White (54.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.1%), Black or African American (12.3%) and Asian (6.5%).
- Organizers are most in-demand in Seattle, WA.
- The retail industry is the highest-paying for organizers.
- New York, NY pays an annual average wage of $64,475, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women organizers earned 100% of what men earned.
- 21% of all organizers are LGBT.
- New York is the best state for organizers to live.
- Organizers are 55% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Organizer demographics by:
Organizer gender statistics
53.2% of organizers are women and 46.8% of organizers are men.
- Female, 53.2%
- Male, 46.8%
Organizer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% |
| Male | 46.8% |
Organizer gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$49,511
Female income
$49,490
Organizer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in organizer positions over time. Currently, 53.2% of organizers are female.
Organizer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 53.39% | 46.61% |
| 2011 | 48.92% | 51.08% |
| 2012 | 50.92% | 49.08% |
| 2013 | 53.23% | 46.77% |
| 2014 | 52.35% | 47.65% |
| 2015 | 46.66% | 53.34% |
| 2016 | 50.01% | 49.99% |
| 2017 | 55.44% | 44.56% |
| 2018 | 53.80% | 46.20% |
| 2019 | 53.27% | 46.73% |
| 2020 | 47.05% | 52.95% |
| 2021 | 46.80% | 53.20% |
Organizer related jobs gender ratio
We compared organizers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Organizer | 47% | 53% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Organizer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among organizers is White, which makes up 54.2% of all organizers. Comparatively, 19.1% of organizers are Hispanic or Latino and 12.3% of organizers are Black or African American.
- White, 54.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.1%
- Black or African American, 12.3%
- Asian, 6.5%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
Organizer race
| Organizer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 54.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.1% |
| Black or African American | 12.3% |
| Asian | 6.5% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.5% |
Organizer race and ethnicity over time
See how organizer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Organizer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.83% | 13.79% | 4.98% | 14.28% |
| 2011 | 61.24% | 15.05% | 5.36% | 14.41% |
| 2012 | 58.79% | 14.49% | 5.62% | 15.60% |
| 2013 | 59.39% | 12.90% | 5.30% | 17.25% |
| 2014 | 57.65% | 14.37% | 5.94% | 17.21% |
| 2015 | 59.75% | 13.62% | 6.71% | 15.91% |
| 2016 | 58.38% | 12.31% | 6.90% | 17.35% |
| 2017 | 58.41% | 13.35% | 5.72% | 18.56% |
| 2018 | 61.56% | 13.46% | 5.17% | 14.92% |
| 2019 | 59.51% | 11.09% | 6.41% | 18.11% |
| 2020 | 56.02% | 9.75% | 7.03% | 19.37% |
| 2021 | 54.23% | 12.34% | 6.52% | 19.12% |
Organizer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian organizers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american organizers have the lowest average salary at $48,316.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,006 |
| White | $50,076 |
| Black or African American | $48,316 |
| Asian | $51,064 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,139 |
Average organizer age
See how the average age of organizers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Organizer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40.5 | |
| White | 42.5 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 45 | 50.5 |
| Asian | 32 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 37 |
Organizer age breakdown
The average age of organizers is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the organizer population.
Organizer age breakdown
| Organizer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Organizer educational attainment
The most common degree for organizers is bachelor's degree, with 62% of organizers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 11% and high school diploma degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- High School Diploma, 11%
- Master's, 10%
- Associate, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Organizers by degree level
| Organizer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| High School Diploma | 11% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Organizer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, organizers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $54,689 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, organizers earn a median annual income of $50,100 compared to $46,760 for organizers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $54,689 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $45,497 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,100 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,760 |
Organizer employment statistics
Most organizers work for a private in the non profits industry.
Company size where organizers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where organizers work.
Organizer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 13% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Organizer jobs by company type
Employees with the organizer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most organizers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Organizer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 16% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 9% |
Organizer jobs by industry
The most common industries for organizers are non profits, retail and education.
Organizer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 26% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 8% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Organizer turnover and employment statistics
Organizer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for organizers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Organizer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Organizer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.67% |
| 2011 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 7.54% |
| 2013 | 6.55% |
| 2014 | 5.84% |
| 2015 | 5.71% |
| 2016 | 5.17% |
| 2017 | 5.23% |
| 2018 | 5.73% |
| 2019 | 3.88% |
| 2020 | 3.90% |
| 2021 | 5.40% |
Average organizer tenure
The average organizer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 10,470 organizers resumes in Zippia's database.
Organizer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 43% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Organizer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of organizers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Certified Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 89,939 |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Employment Specialist/Program Manager | 11.48% | 63,628 |
| Licensed Professional Counselor | 15.06% | 153,612 |
| Clinical Case Manager | 15.06% | 137,003 |
| Organizer | 20.79% | - |
Similar organizer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Certified Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 89,939 |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Employment Specialist/Program Manager | 11.48% | 63,628 |
| Licensed Professional Counselor | 15.06% | 153,612 |
| Clinical Case Manager | 15.06% | 137,003 |
Foreign languages spoken by organizers
The most common foreign language among organizers is Spanish at 49.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.9% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 6.0%.
- Spanish, 49.0%
- French, 11.9%
- Mandarin, 6.0%
- Chinese, 5.8%
- Arabic, 3.7%
- Other, 23.6%
Organizer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 49.0% |
| French | 11.9% |
| Mandarin | 6.0% |
| Chinese | 5.8% |
| Arabic | 3.7% |
| Other | 23.6% |
