Snow maker demographics and statistics in the US
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Snow maker gender statistics
18.8% of snow makers are women and 81.2% of snow makers are men.
- Male, 81.2%
- Female, 18.8%
Snow maker gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 81.2% |
| Female | 18.8% |
Snow maker gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$30,472
Female income
$30,265
Snow maker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in snow maker positions over time. Currently, 18.8% of snow makers are female.
Snow maker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.47% | 20.53% |
| 2011 | 77.21% | 22.79% |
| 2012 | 79.00% | 21.00% |
| 2013 | 77.93% | 22.07% |
| 2014 | 78.61% | 21.39% |
| 2015 | 76.36% | 23.64% |
| 2016 | 77.45% | 22.55% |
| 2017 | 79.30% | 20.70% |
| 2018 | 80.21% | 19.79% |
| 2019 | 78.68% | 21.32% |
| 2020 | 77.24% | 22.76% |
| 2021 | 81.20% | 18.80% |
Snow maker related jobs gender ratio
We compared snow makers 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% |
| Snow Maker | 81% | 19% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Snow maker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among snow makers is White, which makes up 67.9% of all snow makers. Comparatively, 12.9% of snow makers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.0% of snow makers are Black or African American.
- White, 67.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.9%
- Black or African American, 7.0%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Snow maker race
| Snow maker race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.9% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Snow maker race and ethnicity over time
See how snow maker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Snow maker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.79% | 8.25% | 4.65% | 10.25% |
| 2011 | 69.49% | 11.07% | 5.61% | 10.67% |
| 2012 | 70.95% | 9.48% | 5.08% | 10.51% |
| 2013 | 71.43% | 7.79% | 5.15% | 12.09% |
| 2014 | 70.20% | 8.52% | 5.38% | 11.81% |
| 2015 | 68.90% | 9.46% | 4.95% | 12.66% |
| 2016 | 69.21% | 9.41% | 5.47% | 12.16% |
| 2017 | 68.41% | 8.17% | 6.22% | 13.16% |
| 2018 | 70.06% | 7.89% | 6.28% | 12.68% |
| 2019 | 68.04% | 9.14% | 5.87% | 13.26% |
| 2020 | 64.73% | 8.46% | 6.29% | 14.90% |
| 2021 | 67.89% | 7.01% | 6.75% | 12.88% |
Snow maker wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,058 |
| White | $30,867 |
| Black or African American | $30,058 |
| Asian | $30,639 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $31,805 |
Average snow maker age
See how the average age of snow makers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Snow maker 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 |
Snow maker age breakdown
The average age of snow makers is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the snow maker population.
Snow maker age breakdown
| Snow Maker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Snow maker educational attainment
The most common degree for snow makers is high school diploma, with 45% of snow makers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 27% and bachelor's degree degree at 18%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Snow makers by degree level
| Snow maker degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Snow maker wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,090 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,938 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,833 |
Snow maker employment statistics
Most snow makers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where snow makers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where snow makers work.
Snow maker jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 15% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 35% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 11% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Snow maker jobs by company type
Employees with the snow maker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most snow makers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Snow maker jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 91% |
| Government | 3% |
Snow maker jobs by industry
The most common industries for snow makers are hospitality, manufacturing and construction.
Snow maker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 55% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Government | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Snow maker turnover and employment statistics
Snow maker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for snow makers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Snow maker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Snow maker 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 snow maker tenure
The average snow maker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 412 snow makers resumes in Zippia's database.
Snow maker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 54% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Snow maker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of snow makers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming Commissioner | 3.67% | 328 |
| Snow Maker | 7.31% | - |
| Dog Groomer | 10.47% | 57,203 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Drive-In Theater Attendant | 14.79% | 109,110 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar snow maker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming Commissioner | 3.67% | 328 |
| Dog Groomer | 10.47% | 57,203 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Drive-In Theater Attendant | 14.79% | 109,110 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by snow makers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Snow maker languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |