Ride attendant demographics and statistics in the US
Ride attendant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates ride attendant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our ride attendant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about ride attendants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 67,692 ride attendants currently employed in the United States.
- 49.3% of all ride attendants are women, while 50.7% are men.
- The average ride attendant age is 34 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of ride attendants is White (59.9%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (17.8%), Black or African American (11.1%) and Asian (5.5%).
- Ride attendants are most in-demand in Mesa, AZ.
- The media industry is the highest-paying for ride attendants.
- 7% of all ride attendants are LGBT.
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Ride attendant demographics by:
Ride attendant gender statistics
49.3% of ride attendants are women and 50.7% of ride attendants are men.
- Male, 50.7%
- Female, 49.3%
Ride attendant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 50.7% |
| Female | 49.3% |
Ride attendant gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$26,436
Female income
$26,309
Ride attendant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in ride attendant positions over time. Currently, 49.3% of ride attendants are female.
Ride attendant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48.00% | 52.00% |
| 2011 | 44.69% | 55.31% |
| 2012 | 47.28% | 52.72% |
| 2013 | 45.71% | 54.29% |
| 2014 | 46.71% | 53.29% |
| 2015 | 43.51% | 56.49% |
| 2016 | 45.02% | 54.98% |
| 2017 | 47.73% | 52.27% |
| 2018 | 49.15% | 50.85% |
| 2019 | 46.81% | 53.19% |
| 2020 | 44.73% | 55.27% |
| 2021 | 50.74% | 49.26% |
Ride attendant related jobs gender ratio
We compared ride attendants 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% |
| Ride Attendant | 51% | 49% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Ride attendant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among ride attendants is White, which makes up 59.9% of all ride attendants. Comparatively, 17.8% of ride attendants are Hispanic or Latino and 11.1% of ride attendants are Black or African American.
- White, 59.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.8%
- Black or African American, 11.1%
- Asian, 5.5%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Ride attendant race
| Ride attendant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.1% |
| Asian | 5.5% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Ride attendant race and ethnicity over time
See how ride attendant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Ride attendant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.83% | 12.32% | 3.42% | 15.13% |
| 2011 | 61.53% | 15.14% | 4.38% | 15.55% |
| 2012 | 62.99% | 13.55% | 3.85% | 15.39% |
| 2013 | 63.47% | 11.86% | 3.92% | 16.97% |
| 2014 | 62.24% | 12.59% | 4.15% | 16.68% |
| 2015 | 60.94% | 13.53% | 3.72% | 17.54% |
| 2016 | 61.26% | 13.48% | 4.24% | 17.04% |
| 2017 | 60.45% | 12.23% | 4.99% | 18.04% |
| 2018 | 62.11% | 11.96% | 5.05% | 17.56% |
| 2019 | 60.08% | 13.20% | 4.64% | 18.14% |
| 2020 | 56.77% | 12.53% | 5.06% | 19.78% |
| 2021 | 59.93% | 11.08% | 5.52% | 17.76% |
Ride attendant wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino ride attendants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown ride attendants have the lowest average salary at $25,560.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $25,560 |
| White | $26,679 |
| Black or African American | $26,181 |
| Asian | $26,539 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $27,252 |
Average ride attendant age
See how the average age of ride attendants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Ride attendant 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 |
Ride attendant age breakdown
The average age of ride attendants is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the ride attendant population.
Ride attendant age breakdown
| Ride Attendant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Ride attendant educational attainment
The most common degree for ride attendants is high school diploma, with 50% of ride attendants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 24% and bachelor's degree degree at 16%.
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Bachelor's, 24%
- Associate, 16%
- Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Ride attendants by degree level
| Ride attendant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Bachelor's | 24% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Ride attendant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, ride attendants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $29,129 annually. With a Associate degree, ride attendants earn a median annual income of $26,658 compared to $26,200 for ride attendants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $26,200 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,129 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $26,658 |
Ride attendant employment statistics
Most ride attendants work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where ride attendants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where ride attendants work.
Ride attendant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Ride attendant jobs by company type
Employees with the ride attendant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most ride attendants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Ride attendant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 79% |
| Government | 4% |
Ride attendant jobs by industry
The most common industries for ride attendants are hospitality, media and retail.
Ride attendant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 30% |
| Media | 14% |
| Retail | 10% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Ride attendant turnover and employment statistics
Ride attendant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for ride attendants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Ride attendant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Ride attendant 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 ride attendant tenure
The average ride attendant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,239 ride attendants resumes in Zippia's database.
Ride attendant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 58% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 7% |
| 5-7 years | 5% |
| 8-10 years | 1% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Ride attendant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of ride attendants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bingo Attendant | 3.67% | 44,568 |
| Ride Attendant | 7.31% | - |
| Dog Bather | 10.47% | 56,991 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Instructor | 11.45% | 60,002 |
| Door Captain | 14.79% | 3,530 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar ride attendant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Bingo Attendant | 3.67% | 44,568 |
| Dog Bather | 10.47% | 56,991 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Instructor | 11.45% | 60,002 |
| Door Captain | 14.79% | 3,530 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by ride attendants
The most common foreign language among ride attendants is Spanish at 71.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.4% and German is the third-most popular at 3.2%.
- Spanish, 71.3%
- French, 6.4%
- German, 3.2%
- Swedish, 2.1%
- Romanian, 2.1%
- Other, 14.9%
Ride attendant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 71.3% |
| French | 6.4% |
| German | 3.2% |
| Swedish | 2.1% |
| Romanian | 2.1% |
| Other | 14.9% |
