Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for owner and founders in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 232,443 owner and founders currently employed in the United States.
- 35.6% of all owner and founders are women, while 64.4% are men.
- The average age of an employed owner and founder is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of owner and founders is White (67.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.5%), Asian (6.4%) and Black or African American (6.3%).
- In 2021, women earned 90% of what men earned.
- 10% of all owner and founders are LGBT.
- Owner and founders are 86% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Owner And Founder Statistics By Gender
35.6% of owner and founders are women and 64.4% of owner and founders are men.
- Male, 64.4%
- Female, 35.6%
Owner And Founders By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 64.4% |
| Female | 35.6% |
Gender Pay Gap For Owner And Founder
Women Earn 90ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Owner And Founder Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the owner and founder position over time.
Owner And Founder Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.87% | 30.13% |
| 2011 | 69.24% | 30.76% |
| 2012 | 68.49% | 31.51% |
| 2013 | 68.98% | 31.02% |
| 2014 | 70.66% | 29.34% |
| 2015 | 69.48% | 30.52% |
| 2016 | 70.31% | 29.69% |
| 2017 | 67.87% | 32.13% |
| 2018 | 67.80% | 32.20% |
| 2019 | 65.93% | 34.07% |
| 2020 | 66.04% | 33.96% |
| 2021 | 64.39% | 35.61% |
Owner And Founder Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Owner And Founder | 64% | 36% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
Owner And Founder Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among owner and founders is White, which makes up 67.0% of all owner and founders. Comparatively, there are 15.5% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 6.4% of the Asian ethnicity.
- White, 67.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.5%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 6.3%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Owner And Founder Race
| Owner And Founder Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.5% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Owner And Founder Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among owner and founders.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Owner And Founder Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.69% | 6.37% | 5.33% | 11.31% |
| 2011 | 74.53% | 6.53% | 5.35% | 11.02% |
| 2012 | 74.18% | 6.10% | 5.49% | 12.10% |
| 2013 | 74.69% | 5.93% | 5.53% | 11.46% |
| 2014 | 73.58% | 5.89% | 5.43% | 12.82% |
| 2015 | 73.59% | 5.96% | 5.37% | 12.74% |
| 2016 | 71.26% | 6.47% | 5.81% | 13.95% |
| 2017 | 72.62% | 5.95% | 5.55% | 13.45% |
| 2018 | 72.18% | 5.72% | 6.13% | 13.32% |
| 2019 | 70.80% | 6.00% | 6.17% | 14.39% |
| 2020 | 69.04% | 6.03% | 5.81% | 14.29% |
| 2021 | 66.99% | 6.27% | 6.44% | 15.48% |
Owner And Founder Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $70,950 |
| White | $73,587 |
| Black or African American | $68,935 |
| Asian | $74,736 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $71,892 |
Average Age of an Owner And Founder
We determined the average age of owner and founders based on ethnicity and gender.
Owner And Founder Age By Race
| 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 |
Owner And Founder Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of owner and founder employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of owner and founders is 40+ years old, which represents 64% of the population.
Owner And Founder Age
| Owner And Founder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Types of Owner And Founder Degree Levels
The most common degree for owner and founders is bachelor's degree 68% of owner and founders earn that degree. A close second is master's degree with 12% and rounding it off is associate degree with 10%.
- Bachelors, 68%
- Masters, 12%
- Associate, 10%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Owner And Founders By Education
| Owner And Founder Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 68% |
| Masters | 12% |
| Associate | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Owner And Founder Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $63,031 |
| Master's Degree | $89,664 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $77,249 |
| Doctorate Degree | $86,361 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $64,972 |
Owner And Founder Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where owner and founders work. We found most owner and founders work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most owner and founders is the professional industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire owner and founders.
Owner And Founder Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 35% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 13% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
The Types Of Companies Owner And Founder Work In
Employees with the owner and founder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most owner and founders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Owner And Founder Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 86% |
| Government | 3% |
Top Industries Hiring Owner And Founders
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ owner and founders. Those industries include professional, manufacturing and technology.
Owner And Founder Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Professional | 18% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Start-up | 8% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Media | 5% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Owner And Founder Turnover And Employment Statistics
Owner And Founder Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of owner and founders changed.
- Unemployment rate
Owner And Founder Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Owner And Founder 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% |
The Average Number of Years That Owner And Founder Stay in a Job
By looking over 11,327 owner and founders resumes, we figured out that the average owner and founder enjoys staying at their job for 11+ years for a percentage of 31%.
Owner And Founder Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 3% |
| 1-2 years | 15% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 23% |
| 8-10 years | 13% |
| 11+ years | 31% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Owner And Founders with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to owner and founders.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administration Vice President | 7.93% | 48,271 |
| Supply Chain Management Internship | 8.41% | 127,737 |
| Retail Sales Manager | 9.38% | 353,765 |
| Owner And Founder | 10.39% | - |
| Vice President-Chief Technology Officer | 11.63% | 144,550 |
| Recruitment Manager | 13.02% | 31,106 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Owner And Founder LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administration Vice President | 7.93% | 48,271 |
| Supply Chain Management Internship | 8.41% | 127,737 |
| Retail Sales Manager | 9.38% | 353,765 |
| Vice President-Chief Technology Officer | 11.63% | 144,550 |
| Recruitment Manager | 13.02% | 31,106 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Owner And Founders
The most common foreign language among owner and founders is Spanish at 44.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 15.5% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 5.9%.
- Spanish, 44.6%
- French, 15.5%
- Chinese, 5.9%
- German, 5.9%
- Italian, 5.0%
- Other, 23.1%
Owner And Founder Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 44.6% |
| French | 15.5% |
| Chinese | 5.9% |
| German | 5.9% |
| Italian | 5.0% |
| Other | 23.1% |
