Set decorator demographics and statistics in the US
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Set decorator gender statistics
61.6% of set decorators are women and 38.4% of set decorators are men.
- Female, 61.6%
- Male, 38.4%
Set decorator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 61.6% |
| Male | 38.4% |
Set decorator gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$61,520
Female income
$55,310
Set decorator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in set decorator positions over time. Currently, 61.6% of set decorators are female.
Set decorator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 31.19% | 68.81% |
| 2011 | 31.41% | 68.59% |
| 2012 | 30.71% | 69.29% |
| 2013 | 32.85% | 67.15% |
| 2014 | 30.93% | 69.07% |
| 2015 | 31.58% | 68.42% |
| 2016 | 30.62% | 69.38% |
| 2017 | 29.80% | 70.20% |
| 2018 | 39.60% | 60.40% |
| 2019 | 38.15% | 61.85% |
| 2020 | 40.34% | 59.66% |
| 2021 | 38.38% | 61.62% |
Set decorator related jobs gender ratio
We compared set decorators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, exhibit builder and senior industrial designer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Decorating Consultant | 9% | 91% |
| Floral Designer | 11% | 89% |
| Floral Manager | 11% | 89% |
| Set Decorator | 38% | 62% |
| Craftsman | 88% | 12% |
| Senior Industrial Designer | 91% | 9% |
| Exhibit Builder | 93% | 7% |
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Set decorator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among set decorators is White, which makes up 70.6% of all set decorators. Comparatively, 11.4% of set decorators are Asian and 10.0% of set decorators are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 70.6%
- Asian, 11.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.0%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- Black or African American, 2.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Set decorator race
| Set decorator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.6% |
| Asian | 11.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.0% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Set decorator race and ethnicity over time
See how set decorator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Set decorator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.32% | 3.37% | 6.45% | 8.15% |
| 2011 | 79.15% | 3.38% | 7.00% | 8.33% |
| 2012 | 78.60% | 3.42% | 6.69% | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 79.01% | 3.39% | 7.37% | 8.05% |
| 2014 | 78.43% | 3.15% | 7.37% | 8.85% |
| 2015 | 77.58% | 3.31% | 7.11% | 9.89% |
| 2016 | 77.09% | 3.54% | 7.72% | 9.34% |
| 2017 | 77.04% | 3.17% | 8.01% | 9.29% |
| 2018 | 72.75% | 3.56% | 11.27% | 9.77% |
| 2019 | 75.38% | 2.43% | 10.33% | 9.29% |
| 2020 | 71.34% | 3.12% | 10.61% | 9.80% |
| 2021 | 70.65% | 2.79% | 11.38% | 10.03% |
Set decorator wage gap by race
According to our data, asian set decorators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino set decorators have the lowest average salary at $56,531.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $59,433 |
| White | $62,561 |
| Black or African American | $61,397 |
| Asian | $68,282 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $56,531 |
Average set decorator age
See how the average age of set decorators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Set decorator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 45 | 34 |
| White | 43 | 40 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 40 |
| Asian | 39.5 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 34 |
Set decorator age breakdown
The average age of set decorators is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the set decorator population.
Set decorator age breakdown
| Set Decorator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Set decorator educational attainment
The most common degree for set decorators is bachelor's degree, with 73% of set decorators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 14% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Associate, 14%
- Master's, 7%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Set decorators by degree level
| Set decorator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Associate | 14% |
| Master's | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Set decorator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, set decorators with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $67,884 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, set decorators earn a median annual income of $62,976 compared to $54,915 for set decorators with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $67,884 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,976 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $54,915 |
Set decorator employment statistics
Company size where set decorators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where set decorators work.
Set decorator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 17% |
Set decorator jobs by industry
The most common industries for set decorators are media, manufacturing and retail.
Set decorator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 33% |
| Manufacturing | 13% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
Set decorator turnover and employment statistics
Set decorator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for set decorators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Set decorator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Set decorator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.84% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.12% |
| 2013 | 5.32% |
| 2014 | 4.78% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.15% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 3.16% |
| 2019 | 3.10% |
| 2020 | 6.45% |
| 2021 | 6.58% |
Average set decorator tenure
The average set decorator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 261 set decorators resumes in Zippia's database.
Set decorator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 42% |
| 1-2 years | 19% |
| 3-4 years | 7% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Set decorator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of set decorators 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Comic | 11.32% | 36 |
| Set Decorator | 12.35% | - |
| Design Coordinator | 13.05% | 57,107 |
| Florist Designer | 14.26% | 43,831 |
| Display Decorator | 16.91% | 1,976 |
| Fur Stylist | 17.98% | 10,232 |
| Certified Kitchen Designer | 22.51% | 90,901 |
Similar set decorator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Comic | 11.32% | 36 |
| Design Coordinator | 13.05% | 57,107 |
| Florist Designer | 14.26% | 43,831 |
| Display Decorator | 16.91% | 1,976 |
| Fur Stylist | 17.98% | 10,232 |
| Certified Kitchen Designer | 22.51% | 90,901 |
Foreign languages spoken by set decorators
The most common foreign language among set decorators is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 7.1% and French is the third-most popular at 7.1%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- German, 7.1%
- French, 7.1%
- Mandarin, 7.1%
- Armenian, 7.1%
- Other, 14.5%
Set decorator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| German | 7.1% |
| French | 7.1% |
| Mandarin | 7.1% |
| Armenian | 7.1% |
| Other | 14.5% |