Salon assistant demographics and statistics in the US
Salon assistant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates salon assistant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our salon assistant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about salon assistants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 45,721 salon assistants currently employed in the United States.
- 87.4% of all salon assistants are women, while 12.6% are men.
- The average salon assistant age is 40 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of salon assistants is White (55.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (18.5%), Black or African American (13.3%) and Asian (7.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 92% of what men earned.
- 12% of all salon assistants are LGBT.
- Salon assistants are 80% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Salon assistant demographics by:
Salon assistant gender statistics
87.4% of salon assistants are women and 12.6% of salon assistants are men.
- Female, 87.4%
- Male, 12.6%
Salon assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 87.4% |
| Male | 12.6% |
Salon assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,435
Female income
$26,179
Salon assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in salon assistant positions over time. Currently, 87.4% of salon assistants are female.
Salon assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.91% | 88.09% |
| 2011 | 13.00% | 87.00% |
| 2012 | 12.75% | 87.25% |
| 2013 | 13.24% | 86.76% |
| 2014 | 13.02% | 86.98% |
| 2015 | 13.04% | 86.96% |
| 2016 | 13.86% | 86.14% |
| 2017 | 12.93% | 87.07% |
| 2018 | 14.40% | 85.60% |
| 2019 | 15.12% | 84.88% |
| 2020 | 13.41% | 86.59% |
| 2021 | 12.59% | 87.41% |
Salon assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared salon assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, barber apprentice and master barber have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Electrologist | 1% | 99% |
| Medical Esthetician | 4% | 96% |
| Licensed Esthetician | 5% | 95% |
| Salon Assistant | 13% | 87% |
| Barber | 75% | 25% |
| Master Barber | 78% | 22% |
| Barber Apprentice | 79% | 21% |
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Salon assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among salon assistants is White, which makes up 55.4% of all salon assistants. Comparatively, 18.5% of salon assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 13.3% of salon assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 55.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.5%
- Black or African American, 13.3%
- Asian, 7.9%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Salon assistant race
| Salon assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 55.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.5% |
| Black or African American | 13.3% |
| Asian | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Salon assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how salon assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Salon assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.87% | 13.78% | 6.31% | 15.91% |
| 2011 | 61.57% | 13.93% | 6.08% | 16.24% |
| 2012 | 60.54% | 14.23% | 6.16% | 17.06% |
| 2013 | 60.83% | 14.17% | 6.21% | 16.85% |
| 2014 | 60.76% | 14.02% | 5.94% | 16.83% |
| 2015 | 60.64% | 13.26% | 6.55% | 17.29% |
| 2016 | 59.50% | 13.37% | 6.91% | 17.75% |
| 2017 | 58.96% | 12.95% | 7.81% | 17.68% |
| 2018 | 60.18% | 13.03% | 7.11% | 17.32% |
| 2019 | 59.82% | 12.82% | 7.58% | 17.39% |
| 2020 | 57.18% | 12.56% | 7.51% | 18.28% |
| 2021 | 55.42% | 13.29% | 7.91% | 18.49% |
Salon assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, white salon assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino salon assistants have the lowest average salary at $27,425.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,860 |
| White | $29,574 |
| Black or African American | $27,954 |
| Asian | $28,409 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $27,425 |
Average salon assistant age
See how the average age of salon assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Salon assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 40 |
| Unknown | 39 | |
| Asian | 44 | 46.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 37 |
| White | 41 | 38 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42 |
Salon assistant age breakdown
The average age of salon assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the salon assistant population.
Salon assistant age breakdown
| Salon Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 22% |
Salon assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for salon assistants is high school diploma, with 37% of salon assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 24% and bachelor's degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 37%
- Bachelor's, 24%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Salon assistants by degree level
| Salon assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 37% |
| Bachelor's | 24% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Salon assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, salon assistants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $30,559 annually. With a Associate degree, salon assistants earn a median annual income of $28,786 compared to $27,225 for salon assistants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $27,225 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $30,559 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,786 |
Salon assistant employment statistics
Most salon assistants work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where salon assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where salon assistants work.
Salon assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 15% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 31% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 11% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Salon assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the salon assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most salon assistants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Salon assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 80% |
Salon assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for salon assistants are retail, manufacturing and professional.
Salon assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 12% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Start-up | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Hospitality | 7% |
| Media | 6% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Salon assistant turnover and employment statistics
Salon assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for salon assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Salon assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Salon assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.68% |
| 2011 | 3.78% |
| 2012 | 4.14% |
| 2013 | 3.57% |
| 2014 | 3.48% |
| 2015 | 2.63% |
| 2016 | 2.46% |
| 2017 | 2.31% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 1.86% |
| 2020 | 5.43% |
| 2021 | 6.02% |
Average salon assistant tenure
The average salon assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,911 salon assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Salon assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 35% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Salon assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of salon assistants 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Manicurist | 5.12% | 1,746 |
| Barber Shop Manager | 8.10% | 13,506 |
| Master Esthetician | 8.70% | 10,613 |
| Salon Assistant | 11.87% | - |
| Body Make-Up Artist | 12.20% | 7,899 |
Similar salon assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Manicurist | 5.12% | 1,746 |
| Barber Shop Manager | 8.10% | 13,506 |
| Master Esthetician | 8.70% | 10,613 |
| Body Make-Up Artist | 12.20% | 7,899 |
Foreign languages spoken by salon assistants
The most common foreign language among salon assistants is Spanish at 60.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.9% and Swedish is the third-most popular at 4.4%.
- Spanish, 60.7%
- French, 8.9%
- Swedish, 4.4%
- Japanese, 3.7%
- Arabic, 3.0%
- Other, 19.3%
Salon assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 60.7% |
| French | 8.9% |
| Swedish | 4.4% |
| Japanese | 3.7% |
| Arabic | 3.0% |
| Other | 19.3% |
