Parks and recreation manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Parks and recreation manager gender statistics
28.1% of parks and recreation managers are women and 71.9% of parks and recreation managers are men.
- Male, 71.9%
- Female, 28.1%
Parks and recreation manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.9% |
| Female | 28.1% |
Parks and recreation manager gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,143
Female income
$44,823
Parks and recreation manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in parks and recreation manager positions over time. Currently, 28.1% of parks and recreation managers are female.
Parks and recreation manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.91% | 25.09% |
| 2011 | 74.88% | 25.12% |
| 2012 | 76.75% | 23.25% |
| 2013 | 77.53% | 22.47% |
| 2014 | 76.41% | 23.59% |
| 2015 | 78.22% | 21.78% |
| 2016 | 77.46% | 22.54% |
| 2017 | 78.40% | 21.60% |
| 2018 | 74.69% | 25.31% |
| 2019 | 72.12% | 27.88% |
| 2020 | 66.47% | 33.53% |
| 2021 | 71.90% | 28.10% |
Parks and recreation manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared parks and recreation managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, camp boss and valet have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Childcare Provider | 3% | 97% |
| Daycare Owner | 4% | 96% |
| Professional Nanny | 5% | 95% |
| Parks And Recreation Manager | 72% | 28% |
| Intramural Director | 82% | 18% |
| Valet | 85% | 15% |
| Camp Boss | 88% | 12% |
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Parks and recreation manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among parks and recreation managers is White, which makes up 62.1% of all parks and recreation managers. Comparatively, 15.5% of parks and recreation managers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.0% of parks and recreation managers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.5%
- Black or African American, 11.0%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- Asian, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Parks and recreation manager race
| Parks and recreation manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.5% |
| Black or African American | 11.0% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Parks and recreation manager race and ethnicity over time
See how parks and recreation manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Parks and recreation manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.80% | 9.89% | 3.57% | 12.87% |
| 2011 | 71.63% | 10.18% | 3.40% | 12.27% |
| 2012 | 69.17% | 10.74% | 3.42% | 13.37% |
| 2013 | 68.21% | 10.47% | 3.92% | 14.18% |
| 2014 | 68.68% | 10.40% | 3.80% | 13.70% |
| 2015 | 67.45% | 10.15% | 4.65% | 14.19% |
| 2016 | 67.68% | 9.70% | 4.22% | 14.92% |
| 2017 | 68.11% | 9.28% | 4.78% | 14.20% |
| 2018 | 65.07% | 11.68% | 4.34% | 14.83% |
| 2019 | 65.09% | 11.73% | 4.57% | 14.71% |
| 2020 | 59.65% | 12.36% | 6.01% | 15.27% |
| 2021 | 62.13% | 11.02% | 5.12% | 15.49% |
Parks and recreation manager wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino parks and recreation managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american parks and recreation managers have the lowest average salary at $44,310.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $46,003 |
| White | $47,637 |
| Black or African American | $44,310 |
| Asian | $48,152 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,800 |
Average parks and recreation manager age
See how the average age of parks and recreation managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Parks and recreation manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 44 | 42 |
| White | 34 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 46 | 49 |
| Asian | 46 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31 | 32 |
Parks and recreation manager age breakdown
The average age of parks and recreation managers is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the parks and recreation manager population.
Parks and recreation manager age breakdown
| Parks And Recreation Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Parks and recreation manager educational attainment
The most common degree for parks and recreation managers is bachelor's degree, with 37% of parks and recreation managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 36% and high school diploma degree at 15%.
- Bachelor's, 37%
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Associate, 15%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Parks and recreation managers by degree level
| Parks and recreation manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 37% |
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Parks and recreation manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, parks and recreation managers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $56,936 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, parks and recreation managers earn a median annual income of $53,012 compared to $48,314 for parks and recreation managers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $56,936 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,051 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,012 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,314 |
Parks and recreation manager employment statistics
Most parks and recreation managers work for a government in the government industry.
Company size where parks and recreation managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where parks and recreation managers work.
Parks and recreation manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 43% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
Parks and recreation manager jobs by company type
Employees with the parks and recreation manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most parks and recreation managers prefer to work at government companies over private companies.
Parks and recreation manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 18% |
| Government | 80% |
Parks and recreation manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for parks and recreation managers are government, non profits and professional.
Parks and recreation manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 74% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Education | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Parks and recreation manager turnover and employment statistics
Parks and recreation manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for parks and recreation managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Parks and recreation manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Parks and recreation manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.55% |
| 2011 | 9.85% |
| 2012 | 9.88% |
| 2013 | 8.42% |
| 2014 | 7.58% |
| 2015 | 6.77% |
| 2016 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 5.55% |
| 2018 | 10.25% |
| 2019 | 9.81% |
| 2020 | 13.45% |
| 2021 | 12.07% |
Average parks and recreation manager tenure
The average parks and recreation manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,206 parks and recreation managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Parks and recreation manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 42% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Parks and recreation manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of parks and recreation managers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Aide | 4.43% | 40,215 |
| Bootblack | 5.80% | 37 |
| Direct Support Staff | 6.73% | 182,001 |
| Parks And Recreation Manager | 8.12% | - |
| House Adviser | 12.72% | 33,842 |
| Weight Trainer | 13.13% | 20,969 |
Similar parks and recreation manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Playground Aide | 4.43% | 40,215 |
| Bootblack | 5.80% | 37 |
| Direct Support Staff | 6.73% | 182,001 |
| House Adviser | 12.72% | 33,842 |
| Weight Trainer | 13.13% | 20,969 |
Foreign languages spoken by parks and recreation managers
The most common foreign language among parks and recreation managers is Spanish at 63.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 7.4%.
- Spanish, 63.0%
- French, 11.1%
- Chinese, 7.4%
- German, 3.7%
- Dakota, 3.7%
- Other, 11.1%
Parks and recreation manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 63.0% |
| French | 11.1% |
| Chinese | 7.4% |
| German | 3.7% |
| Dakota | 3.7% |
| Other | 11.1% |
