Personal coach demographics and statistics in the US
Personal coach demographics research summary. Zippia estimates personal coach demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our personal coach estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about personal coaches after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 12,399 personal coaches currently employed in the United States.
- 52.7% of all personal coaches are women, while 47.3% are men.
- The average personal coach age is 35 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of personal coaches is White (66.6%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (13.2%), Black or African American (8.8%) and Unknown (5.8%).
- Personal coaches are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The education industry is the highest-paying for personal coaches.
- Boston, MA pays an annual average wage of $56,245, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women personal coaches earned 98% of what men earned.
- 8% of all personal coaches are LGBT.
- Connecticut is the best state for personal coaches to live.
- Personal coaches are 74% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Personal coach demographics by:
Personal coach gender statistics
52.7% of personal coaches are women and 47.3% of personal coaches are men.
- Female, 52.7%
- Male, 47.3%
Personal coach gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% |
| Male | 47.3% |
Personal coach gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,934
Female income
$42,085
Personal coach gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in personal coach positions over time. Currently, 52.7% of personal coaches are female.
Personal coach gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.70% | 42.30% |
| 2011 | 55.07% | 44.93% |
| 2012 | 56.96% | 43.04% |
| 2013 | 53.80% | 46.20% |
| 2014 | 53.98% | 46.02% |
| 2015 | 54.57% | 45.43% |
| 2016 | 51.93% | 48.07% |
| 2017 | 52.68% | 47.32% |
| 2018 | 47.16% | 52.84% |
| 2019 | 44.58% | 55.42% |
| 2020 | 44.88% | 55.12% |
| 2021 | 47.29% | 52.71% |
Personal coach related jobs gender ratio
We compared personal coaches with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Personal Coach | 47% | 53% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
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Personal coach demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among personal coaches is White, which makes up 66.6% of all personal coaches. Comparatively, 13.2% of personal coaches are Hispanic or Latino and 8.8% of personal coaches are Black or African American.
- White, 66.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.2%
- Black or African American, 8.8%
- Unknown, 5.8%
- Asian, 5.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Personal coach race
| Personal coach race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.8% |
| Unknown | 5.8% |
| Asian | 5.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Personal coach race and ethnicity over time
See how personal coach racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Personal coach race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.80% | 8.93% | 4.41% | 10.13% |
| 2011 | 72.77% | 9.45% | 4.53% | 10.07% |
| 2012 | 73.20% | 7.85% | 5.14% | 10.27% |
| 2013 | 70.56% | 8.80% | 4.58% | 11.88% |
| 2014 | 71.55% | 9.20% | 4.33% | 11.45% |
| 2015 | 72.41% | 8.08% | 4.70% | 11.88% |
| 2016 | 69.03% | 9.88% | 5.21% | 12.06% |
| 2017 | 70.16% | 9.13% | 4.58% | 11.84% |
| 2018 | 69.37% | 8.68% | 5.75% | 12.09% |
| 2019 | 67.43% | 9.32% | 5.96% | 13.68% |
| 2020 | 64.45% | 10.07% | 6.04% | 13.74% |
| 2021 | 66.60% | 8.82% | 5.43% | 13.15% |
Personal coach wage gap by race
According to our data, asian personal coaches have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White personal coaches have the lowest average salary at $42,339.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,182 |
| White | $42,339 |
| Black or African American | $42,742 |
| Asian | $43,883 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,543 |
Average personal coach age
See how the average age of personal coaches varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Personal coach age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 | 35 |
| White | 34 | 34.5 |
| Black or African American | 34 | 37 |
| Asian | 31 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 35 | 30 |
Personal coach age breakdown
The average age of personal coaches is 40+ years years old, representing 33% of the personal coach population.
Personal coach age breakdown
| Personal Coach Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 33% |
| 30-40 years | 33% |
| 20-30 years | 27% |
Personal coach educational attainment
The most common degree for personal coaches is bachelor's degree, with 70% of personal coaches earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 70%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 8%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Personal coaches by degree level
| Personal coach degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 70% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Personal coach wage gap by degree level
According to the data, personal coaches with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $47,500 annually. With a Master's degree, personal coaches earn a median annual income of $47,250 compared to $42,425 for personal coaches with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,250 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,570 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,500 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,425 |
Personal coach employment statistics
Most personal coaches work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where personal coaches work
Below, you can see the size of companies where personal coaches work.
Personal coach jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 35% |
| > 10,000 employees | 8% |
Personal coach jobs by company type
Employees with the personal coach job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most personal coaches prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Personal coach jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 74% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 18% |
| Government | 2% |
Personal coach jobs by industry
The most common industries for personal coaches are education, health care and professional.
Personal coach industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 66% |
| Health Care | 8% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Personal coach turnover and employment statistics
Personal coach unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for personal coaches between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Personal coach unemployment rate by year
| Year | Personal coach unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10.64% |
| 2011 | 10.09% |
| 2012 | 9.54% |
| 2013 | 7.83% |
| 2014 | 6.50% |
| 2015 | 6.51% |
| 2016 | 6.01% |
| 2017 | 6.48% |
| 2018 | 4.49% |
| 2019 | 3.86% |
| 2020 | 8.79% |
| 2021 | 6.62% |
Average personal coach tenure
The average personal coach stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,230 personal coaches resumes in Zippia's database.
Personal coach tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Personal coach LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of personal coaches 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Events Scorer | 5.42% | 5,061 |
| Wrestler | 6.54% | 1,002 |
| Personal Coach | 7.62% | - |
| Concert Pianist | 8.54% | 116 |
| Rodeo Clown | 13.74% | 2 |
| Music Producer | 14.31% | 13,950 |
| Music Copyist | 30.45% | 2,744 |
Similar personal coach jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Events Scorer | 5.42% | 5,061 |
| Wrestler | 6.54% | 1,002 |
| Concert Pianist | 8.54% | 116 |
| Rodeo Clown | 13.74% | 2 |
| Music Producer | 14.31% | 13,950 |
| Music Copyist | 30.45% | 2,744 |
Foreign languages spoken by personal coaches
The most common foreign language among personal coaches is Spanish at 44.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 12.0% and French is the third-most popular at 8.0%.
- Spanish, 44.0%
- German, 12.0%
- French, 8.0%
- Swedish, 6.0%
- Russian, 6.0%
- Other, 24.0%
Personal coach languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 44.0% |
| German | 12.0% |
| French | 8.0% |
| Swedish | 6.0% |
| Russian | 6.0% |
| Other | 24.0% |
