Retail operation manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Retail operation manager gender statistics
43.2% of retail operation managers are women and 56.8% of retail operation managers are men.
- Male, 56.8%
- Female, 43.2%
Retail operation manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.8% |
| Female | 43.2% |
Retail operation manager gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$79,915
Female income
$70,914
Retail operation manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in retail operation manager positions over time. Currently, 43.2% of retail operation managers are female.
Retail operation manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.78% | 37.22% |
| 2011 | 62.09% | 37.91% |
| 2012 | 61.25% | 38.75% |
| 2013 | 61.80% | 38.20% |
| 2014 | 63.66% | 36.34% |
| 2015 | 62.35% | 37.65% |
| 2016 | 63.27% | 36.73% |
| 2017 | 60.58% | 39.42% |
| 2018 | 60.49% | 39.51% |
| 2019 | 58.46% | 41.54% |
| 2020 | 58.58% | 41.42% |
| 2021 | 56.81% | 43.19% |
Retail operation manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared retail operation managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Retail Operation Manager | 57% | 43% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Retail operation manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among retail operation managers is White, which makes up 67.5% of all retail operation managers. Comparatively, 15.2% of retail operation managers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.4% of retail operation managers are Asian.
- White, 67.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.2%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Retail operation manager race
| Retail operation manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.2% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Retail operation manager race and ethnicity over time
See how retail operation manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Retail operation manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.16% | 6.28% | 5.25% | 11.02% |
| 2011 | 75.00% | 6.44% | 5.27% | 10.73% |
| 2012 | 74.65% | 6.01% | 5.41% | 11.81% |
| 2013 | 75.16% | 5.84% | 5.45% | 11.17% |
| 2014 | 74.05% | 5.81% | 5.35% | 12.52% |
| 2015 | 74.06% | 5.87% | 5.29% | 12.45% |
| 2016 | 71.73% | 6.38% | 5.74% | 13.66% |
| 2017 | 73.09% | 5.86% | 5.48% | 13.16% |
| 2018 | 72.65% | 5.64% | 6.05% | 13.03% |
| 2019 | 71.27% | 5.91% | 6.09% | 14.10% |
| 2020 | 69.51% | 5.95% | 5.74% | 13.99% |
| 2021 | 67.46% | 6.18% | 6.36% | 15.19% |
Retail operation manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian retail operation managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american retail operation managers have the lowest average salary at $76,049.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $78,595 |
| White | $81,943 |
| Black or African American | $76,049 |
| Asian | $83,407 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $79,788 |
Average retail operation manager age
See how the average age of retail operation managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Retail operation manager age by race and gender
| 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 |
Retail operation manager age breakdown
The average age of retail operation managers is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the retail operation manager population.
Retail operation manager age breakdown
| Retail Operation Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Retail operation manager educational attainment
The most common degree for retail operation managers is bachelor's degree, with 66% of retail operation managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 66%
- Associate, 15%
- Master's, 8%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Retail operation managers by degree level
| Retail operation manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 66% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Master's | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Retail operation manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, retail operation managers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $102,708 annually. With a Doctorate degree, retail operation managers earn a median annual income of $98,395 compared to $86,620 for retail operation managers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $102,708 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $68,650 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $86,620 |
| Doctorate Degree | $98,395 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $71,072 |
Retail operation manager employment statistics
Most retail operation managers work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where retail operation managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where retail operation managers work.
Retail operation manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 15% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 38% |
Retail operation manager jobs by company type
Employees with the retail operation manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most retail operation managers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Retail operation manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 36% |
| Private | 59% |
| Government | 1% |
Retail operation manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for retail operation managers are retail, manufacturing and finance.
Retail operation manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 24% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Retail operation manager turnover and employment statistics
Retail operation manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for retail operation managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Retail operation manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Retail operation manager 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% |
Average retail operation manager tenure
The average retail operation manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,435 retail operation managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Retail operation manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Retail operation manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of retail operation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business Office Director | 7.93% | 83,491 |
| Senior Project Coordinator | 8.41% | 111,729 |
| Business To Business Sales Manager | 9.38% | 168,304 |
| Retail Operation Manager | 10.39% | - |
| Vice President Of Programming | 11.63% | 46,296 |
| Human Resources Recruiter/Manager | 13.02% | 75,365 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Similar retail operation manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Business Office Director | 7.93% | 83,491 |
| Senior Project Coordinator | 8.41% | 111,729 |
| Business To Business Sales Manager | 9.38% | 168,304 |
| Vice President Of Programming | 11.63% | 46,296 |
| Human Resources Recruiter/Manager | 13.02% | 75,365 |
| Advertising Director | 14.95% | 16,270 |
Foreign languages spoken by retail operation managers
The most common foreign language among retail operation managers is Spanish at 47.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.3% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 4.7%.
- Spanish, 47.7%
- French, 9.3%
- Mandarin, 4.7%
- Hindi, 4.7%
- Portuguese, 3.5%
- Other, 30.1%
Retail operation manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 47.7% |
| French | 9.3% |
| Mandarin | 4.7% |
| Hindi | 4.7% |
| Portuguese | 3.5% |
| Other | 30.1% |
