Salon manager demographics and statistics in the US
Salon manager demographics research summary. Zippia estimates salon manager demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our salon manager 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 managers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 10,239 salon managers currently employed in the United States.
- 87.8% of all salon managers are women, while 12.2% are men.
- The average salon manager age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of salon managers is White (67.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.9%), Asian (6.3%) and Black or African American (6.1%).
- Salon managers are most in-demand in Phoenix, AZ.
- The professional industry is the highest-paying for salon managers.
- New York, NY pays an annual average wage of $57,447, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women salon managers earned 92% of what men earned.
- 10% of all salon managers are LGBT.
- Virginia is the best state for salon managers to live.
- Salon managers are 83% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Salon manager demographics by:
Salon manager gender statistics
87.8% of salon managers are women and 12.2% of salon managers are men.
- Female, 87.8%
- Male, 12.2%
Salon manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 87.8% |
| Male | 12.2% |
Salon manager gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,233
Female income
$41,641
Salon manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in salon manager positions over time. Currently, 87.8% of salon managers are female.
Salon manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.07% | 84.93% |
| 2011 | 14.70% | 85.30% |
| 2012 | 14.26% | 85.74% |
| 2013 | 14.54% | 85.46% |
| 2014 | 15.56% | 84.44% |
| 2015 | 14.84% | 85.16% |
| 2016 | 15.34% | 84.66% |
| 2017 | 13.92% | 86.08% |
| 2018 | 13.87% | 86.13% |
| 2019 | 12.90% | 87.10% |
| 2020 | 12.95% | 87.05% |
| 2021 | 12.16% | 87.84% |
Salon manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared salon 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% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Salon manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among salon managers is White, which makes up 67.8% of all salon managers. Comparatively, 14.9% of salon managers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.3% of salon managers are Asian.
- White, 67.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.9%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Black or African American, 6.1%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Salon manager race
| Salon manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.9% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Black or African American | 6.1% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Salon manager race and ethnicity over time
See how salon manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Salon manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.55% | 6.21% | 5.19% | 10.77% |
| 2011 | 75.39% | 6.37% | 5.21% | 10.49% |
| 2012 | 75.04% | 5.94% | 5.35% | 11.56% |
| 2013 | 75.54% | 5.77% | 5.39% | 10.93% |
| 2014 | 74.44% | 5.73% | 5.29% | 12.28% |
| 2015 | 74.45% | 5.80% | 5.23% | 12.20% |
| 2016 | 72.12% | 6.31% | 5.67% | 13.42% |
| 2017 | 73.47% | 5.79% | 5.41% | 12.92% |
| 2018 | 73.04% | 5.56% | 5.99% | 12.78% |
| 2019 | 71.66% | 5.84% | 6.03% | 13.85% |
| 2020 | 69.90% | 5.87% | 5.67% | 13.75% |
| 2021 | 67.85% | 6.11% | 6.30% | 14.95% |
Salon manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian salon managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american salon managers have the lowest average salary at $43,706.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,714 |
| White | $46,024 |
| Black or African American | $43,706 |
| Asian | $46,592 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,183 |
Average salon manager age
See how the average age of salon managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Salon 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 |
Salon manager age breakdown
The average age of salon managers is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the salon manager population.
Salon manager age breakdown
| Salon Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Salon manager educational attainment
The most common degree for salon managers is bachelor's degree, with 34% of salon managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 20%.
- Bachelor's, 34%
- Associate, 27%
- High School Diploma, 20%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 11%
Salon managers by degree level
| Salon manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| Associate | 27% |
| High School Diploma | 20% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 11% |
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Salon manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, salon managers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $53,814 annually. With a Doctorate degree, salon managers earn a median annual income of $52,239 compared to $47,827 for salon managers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,814 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,716 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,827 |
| Doctorate Degree | $52,239 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,705 |
Salon manager employment statistics
Most salon managers work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where salon managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where salon managers work.
Salon manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 20% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Salon manager jobs by company type
Employees with the salon manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most salon managers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Salon manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 83% |
| Government | 1% |
Salon manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for salon managers are retail, health care and professional.
Salon manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 23% |
| Health Care | 12% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Start-up | 7% |
| Media | 6% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Salon manager turnover and employment statistics
Salon manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for salon managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Salon manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Salon 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 salon manager tenure
The average salon manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 9,867 salon managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Salon manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Salon manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of salon 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Director, Facilities & Operations | 7.93% | 83,458 |
| Associate Project Manager | 8.41% | 176,552 |
| Consulting Sales Manager | 9.38% | 139,927 |
| Salon Manager | 10.39% | - |
| Co-Founder, President And Chief Executive Officer | 11.63% | 156,516 |
| Human Resource Officer | 13.02% | 101,221 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Similar salon manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Director, Facilities & Operations | 7.93% | 83,458 |
| Associate Project Manager | 8.41% | 176,552 |
| Consulting Sales Manager | 9.38% | 139,927 |
| Co-Founder, President And Chief Executive Officer | 11.63% | 156,516 |
| Human Resource Officer | 13.02% | 101,221 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Foreign languages spoken by salon managers
The most common foreign language among salon managers is Spanish at 59.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.9% and Vietnamese is the third-most popular at 8.8%.
- Spanish, 59.3%
- French, 9.9%
- Vietnamese, 8.8%
- Polish, 2.7%
- Italian, 2.7%
- Other, 16.6%
Salon manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 59.3% |
| French | 9.9% |
| Vietnamese | 8.8% |
| Polish | 2.7% |
| Italian | 2.7% |
| Other | 16.6% |
