Professional Baseball Player Demographics and Statistics In The US
Professional Baseball Player Statistics By Gender
1.7% of professional baseball players are women and 98.3% of professional baseball players are men.
- Male, 98.3%
- Female, 1.7%
Professional Baseball Players By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 98.3% |
| Female | 1.7% |
Gender Pay Gap For Professional Baseball Player
Women Earn 95ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Professional Baseball Player Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the professional baseball player position over time.
Professional Baseball Player Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.35% | 6.65% |
| 2011 | 92.66% | 7.34% |
| 2012 | 93.16% | 6.84% |
| 2013 | 92.30% | 7.70% |
| 2014 | 92.35% | 7.65% |
| 2015 | 92.52% | 7.48% |
| 2016 | 91.75% | 8.25% |
| 2017 | 91.97% | 8.03% |
| 2018 | 98.03% | 1.97% |
| 2019 | 98.43% | 1.57% |
| 2020 | 98.40% | 1.60% |
| 2021 | 98.34% | 1.66% |
Professional Baseball Player Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, 19d cavalry scout and baseball player have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Harpist | 8% | 92% |
| Actress | 8% | 92% |
| Modern Dancer | 8% | 92% |
| Professional Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| Assistant Varsity Football Coach | 98% | 2% |
| Baseball Player | 98% | 2% |
| 19D Cavalry Scout | 99% | 1% |
Professional Baseball Player Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among professional baseball players is White, which makes up 72.8% of all professional baseball players. Comparatively, there are 8.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity and 7.5% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity.
- White, 72.8%
- Black or African American, 8.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.5%
- Unknown, 6.8%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Professional Baseball Player Race
| Professional Baseball Player Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 72.8% |
| Black or African American | 8.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 6.8% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Professional Baseball Player 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 professional baseball players.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Professional Baseball Player Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.64% | 6.39% | 3.67% | 6.58% |
| 2011 | 79.62% | 6.91% | 3.79% | 6.52% |
| 2012 | 80.05% | 5.32% | 4.41% | 6.71% |
| 2013 | 77.41% | 6.27% | 3.84% | 8.32% |
| 2014 | 78.39% | 6.67% | 3.59% | 7.89% |
| 2015 | 79.26% | 5.55% | 3.97% | 8.32% |
| 2016 | 75.87% | 7.34% | 4.47% | 8.50% |
| 2017 | 77.01% | 6.59% | 3.84% | 8.29% |
| 2018 | 80.88% | 6.74% | 2.17% | 8.91% |
| 2019 | 78.07% | 6.76% | 3.93% | 7.20% |
| 2020 | 76.90% | 5.84% | 3.05% | 9.64% |
| 2021 | 72.83% | 8.90% | 3.75% | 7.49% |
Professional Baseball Player Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,426 |
| White | $49,665 |
| Black or African American | $49,712 |
| Asian | $51,295 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,406 |
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Professional Baseball Player Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of professional baseball player employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of professional baseball players is 20-30 years old, which represents 36% of the population.
Professional Baseball Player Age
| Professional Baseball Player Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 30% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 36% |
Types of Professional Baseball Player Degree Levels
The most common degree for professional baseball players is bachelor's degree 82% of professional baseball players earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 11% and rounding it off is high school diploma with 4%.
- Bachelors, 82%
- Associate, 11%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Masters, 3%
- Other Degrees, 0%
Professional Baseball Players By Education
| Professional Baseball Player Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 82% |
| Associate | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Masters | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 0% |
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Professional Baseball Player Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $46,681 |
| Master's Degree | $59,431 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,134 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $49,243 |
Professional Baseball Player Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where professional baseball players work. We found most professional baseball players work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most professional baseball players is the hospitality industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire professional baseball players.
Professional Baseball Player Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 21% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 29% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 13% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
The Types Of Companies Professional Baseball Player Work In
Employees with the professional baseball player job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most professional baseball players prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Professional Baseball Player Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 9% |
Top Industries Hiring Professional Baseball Players
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ professional baseball players. Those industries include hospitality, non profits and government.
Professional Baseball Player Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 34% |
| Non Profits | 11% |
| Government | 9% |
| Health Care | 9% |
| Education | 9% |
| Media | 6% |
| Utilities | 6% |
| Real Estate | 6% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
Professional Baseball Player Turnover And Employment Statistics
Professional Baseball Player 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 professional baseball players changed.
- Unemployment rate
Professional Baseball Player Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Professional Baseball Player 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 | 3.72% |
| 2019 | 5.77% |
| 2020 | 8.88% |
| 2021 | 9.09% |
The Average Number of Years That Professional Baseball Player Stay in a Job
By looking over 1,068 professional baseball players resumes, we figured out that the average professional baseball player enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 36%.
Professional Baseball Player Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Professional Baseball Players 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 professional baseball players.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Placing Judge | 5.42% | 51 |
| Professional Baseball Player | 6.54% | - |
| Soccer Coach | 7.62% | 14,483 |
| Vocal Performer | 8.54% | 136 |
| Entertainer | 13.74% | 274 |
| Video Producer | 14.31% | 10,484 |
| Choral Director | 30.45% | 4,783 |
Professional Baseball Player LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Placing Judge | 5.42% | 51 |
| Soccer Coach | 7.62% | 14,483 |
| Vocal Performer | 8.54% | 136 |
| Entertainer | 13.74% | 274 |
| Video Producer | 14.31% | 10,484 |
| Choral Director | 30.45% | 4,783 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Professional Baseball Players
The most common foreign language among professional baseball players is Spanish at 90.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Czech at 3.0% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 3.0%.
- Spanish, 90.9%
- Czech, 3.0%
- Portuguese, 3.0%
- French, 3.0%
Professional Baseball Player Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 90.9% |
| Czech | 3.0% |
| Portuguese | 3.0% |
| French | 3.0% |
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Which State Has The Most Professional Baseball Players?
By looking through more than 1,068 resumes, we found that the most popular places for professional baseball players are San Francisco, CA and Houston, TX.
Number Of Professional Baseball Player Jobs By State
| Rank | State | Number of Jobs | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 1,383 | $60,886 |
| 2 | New York | 1,052 | $64,104 |
| 3 | Texas | 850 | $55,424 |
| 4 | Minnesota | 844 | $38,233 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | 836 | $50,345 |
| 6 | Florida | 799 | $47,598 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 767 | $66,446 |
| 8 | Illinois | 580 | $51,016 |
| 9 | Indiana | 577 | $35,356 |
| 10 | Ohio | 543 | $57,548 |
| 11 | New Jersey | 523 | $64,601 |
| 12 | Colorado | 484 | $36,160 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 476 | $44,325 |
| 14 | North Carolina | 465 | $52,139 |
| 15 | Georgia | 427 | $46,559 |
| 16 | Michigan | 412 | $41,912 |
| 17 | Maryland | 371 | $64,849 |
| 18 | Virginia | 356 | $60,636 |
| 19 | Washington | 329 | $29,452 |
| 20 | Tennessee | 323 | $42,864 |
| 21 | Missouri | 305 | $38,482 |
| 22 | Iowa | 297 | $51,528 |
| 23 | Arizona | 294 | $57,051 |
| 24 | South Carolina | 287 | $47,844 |
| 25 | Oregon | 224 | $45,107 |
| 26 | Kentucky | 205 | $42,196 |
| 27 | Connecticut | 202 | $68,258 |
| 28 | Utah | 178 | $51,441 |
| 29 | Kansas | 178 | $48,032 |
| 30 | Alabama | 166 | $34,474 |
| 31 | Louisiana | 160 | $50,002 |
| 32 | Delaware | 148 | $66,708 |
| 33 | Maine | 148 | $40,102 |
| 34 | West Virginia | 137 | $48,629 |
| 35 | Oklahoma | 136 | $44,952 |
| 36 | Arkansas | 122 | $44,952 |
| 37 | Mississippi | 122 | $39,483 |
| 38 | Nevada | 115 | $56,874 |
| 39 | North Dakota | 109 | $56,906 |
| 40 | Nebraska | 102 | $37,280 |
| 41 | New Mexico | 90 | $52,214 |
| 42 | District of Columbia | 86 | $63,914 |
| 43 | Rhode Island | 79 | $67,683 |
| 44 | Idaho | 79 | $28,503 |
| 45 | Montana | 73 | $41,851 |
| 46 | New Hampshire | 70 | $64,508 |
| 47 | South Dakota | 70 | $44,725 |
| 48 | Hawaii | 68 | $49,964 |
| 49 | Wyoming | 58 | $41,039 |
| 50 | Alaska | 56 | $90,752 |
| 51 | Vermont | 49 | $60,889 |