Pony ride operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Pony ride operator gender statistics
82.6% of pony ride operators are women and 17.4% of pony ride operators are men.
- Female, 82.6%
- Male, 17.4%
Pony ride operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 82.6% |
| Male | 17.4% |
Pony ride operator gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,705
Female income
$28,516
Pony ride operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pony ride operator positions over time. Currently, 82.6% of pony ride operators are female.
Pony ride operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.87% | 84.13% |
| 2011 | 14.17% | 85.83% |
| 2012 | 15.49% | 84.51% |
| 2013 | 14.68% | 85.32% |
| 2014 | 15.19% | 84.81% |
| 2015 | 13.60% | 86.40% |
| 2016 | 14.34% | 85.66% |
| 2017 | 15.73% | 84.27% |
| 2018 | 16.49% | 83.51% |
| 2019 | 15.25% | 84.75% |
| 2020 | 14.19% | 85.81% |
| 2021 | 17.39% | 82.61% |
Pony ride operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared pony ride operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pin chaser and ferris wheel operator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Costume Seamstress | 7% | 93% |
| Tanning Salon Attendant | 11% | 89% |
| Fitting Room Attendant | 12% | 88% |
| Pony Ride Operator | 17% | 83% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Pony ride operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pony ride operators is White, which makes up 69.3% of all pony ride operators. Comparatively, 12.3% of pony ride operators are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of pony ride operators are Black or African American.
- White, 69.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.3%
- Black or African American, 7.6%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- Asian, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Pony ride operator race
| Pony ride operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Pony ride operator race and ethnicity over time
See how pony ride operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pony ride operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.21% | 8.79% | 2.86% | 9.70% |
| 2011 | 70.91% | 11.62% | 3.83% | 10.12% |
| 2012 | 72.37% | 10.03% | 3.30% | 9.96% |
| 2013 | 72.85% | 8.33% | 3.37% | 11.54% |
| 2014 | 71.62% | 9.07% | 3.59% | 11.25% |
| 2015 | 70.32% | 10.00% | 3.17% | 12.10% |
| 2016 | 70.63% | 9.96% | 3.68% | 11.61% |
| 2017 | 69.82% | 8.71% | 4.44% | 12.61% |
| 2018 | 71.48% | 8.43% | 4.50% | 12.13% |
| 2019 | 69.46% | 9.68% | 4.09% | 12.71% |
| 2020 | 66.15% | 9.00% | 4.50% | 14.35% |
| 2021 | 69.30% | 7.56% | 4.97% | 12.33% |
Pony ride operator wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino pony ride operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown pony ride operators have the lowest average salary at $27,412.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $27,412 |
| White | $29,066 |
| Black or African American | $28,327 |
| Asian | $28,858 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,923 |
Average pony ride operator age
See how the average age of pony ride operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Pony ride operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 27.5 | 30 |
| White | 29 | 27 |
| Black or African American | 43.5 | 22 |
| Asian | 22.5 | 41.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25 | 24 |
Pony ride operator age breakdown
The average age of pony ride operators is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the pony ride operator population.
Pony ride operator age breakdown
| Pony Ride Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Pony ride operator educational attainment
- High School Diploma, 67%
- Bachelor's, 33%
Pony ride operators by degree level
| Pony ride operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 67% |
| Bachelor's | 33% |
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Pony ride operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pony ride operators with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $32,777 annually. With a Associate degree, pony ride operators earn a median annual income of $29,035 compared to $28,355 for pony ride operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,355 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $32,777 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $29,035 |
Pony ride operator turnover and employment statistics
Pony ride operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pony ride operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pony ride operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pony ride operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.99% |
| 2011 | 17.67% |
| 2012 | 15.00% |
| 2013 | 14.78% |
| 2014 | 10.49% |
| 2015 | 11.04% |
| 2016 | 9.25% |
| 2017 | 7.97% |
| 2018 | 8.41% |
| 2019 | 7.44% |
| 2020 | 14.65% |
| 2021 | 10.73% |
Average pony ride operator tenure
The average pony ride operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 26 pony ride operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Pony ride operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 41% |
| 1-2 years | 19% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 0% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Pony ride operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pony ride operators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Baccarat Dealer | 3.67% | 1,041 |
| Pony Ride Operator | 7.31% | - |
| Kennel Attendant | 10.47% | 72,239 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar pony ride operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Baccarat Dealer | 3.67% | 1,041 |
| Kennel Attendant | 10.47% | 72,239 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Supervisor | 11.45% | 8,846 |
| Usher | 14.79% | 935 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |