Theater attendant demographics and statistics in the US
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Theater attendant gender statistics
50.6% of theater attendants are women and 49.4% of theater attendants are men.
- Female, 50.6%
- Male, 49.4%
Theater attendant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% |
| Male | 49.4% |
Theater attendant gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$29,597
Female income
$29,237
Theater attendant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in theater attendant positions over time. Currently, 50.6% of theater attendants are female.
Theater attendant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.91% | 47.09% |
| 2011 | 50.69% | 49.31% |
| 2012 | 49.75% | 50.25% |
| 2013 | 41.73% | 58.27% |
| 2014 | 55.31% | 44.69% |
| 2015 | 46.42% | 53.58% |
| 2016 | 53.54% | 46.46% |
| 2017 | 51.90% | 48.10% |
| 2018 | 60.23% | 39.77% |
| 2019 | 56.14% | 43.86% |
| 2020 | 55.15% | 44.85% |
| 2021 | 49.37% | 50.63% |
Theater attendant related jobs gender ratio
We compared theater 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% |
| Theater Attendant | 49% | 51% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Theater attendant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among theater attendants is White, which makes up 59.1% of all theater attendants. Comparatively, 21.0% of theater attendants are Hispanic or Latino and 7.4% of theater attendants are Black or African American.
- White, 59.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.0%
- Black or African American, 7.4%
- Asian, 6.3%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Theater attendant race
| Theater attendant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.4% |
| Asian | 6.3% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Theater attendant race and ethnicity over time
See how theater attendant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Theater attendant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.95% | 13.03% | 4.64% | 14.09% |
| 2011 | 65.54% | 12.02% | 4.08% | 14.80% |
| 2012 | 69.62% | 11.28% | 5.26% | 10.46% |
| 2013 | 64.84% | 11.69% | 5.69% | 14.00% |
| 2014 | 63.18% | 11.16% | 6.07% | 15.98% |
| 2015 | 66.95% | 10.77% | 5.06% | 14.41% |
| 2016 | 66.60% | 8.71% | 5.54% | 14.97% |
| 2017 | 65.12% | 9.16% | 5.88% | 15.15% |
| 2018 | 63.18% | 13.22% | 5.22% | 14.34% |
| 2019 | 65.41% | 8.39% | 4.34% | 18.45% |
| 2020 | 62.51% | 9.11% | 4.81% | 17.37% |
| 2021 | 59.08% | 7.45% | 6.25% | 20.98% |
Theater attendant wage gap by race
According to our data, asian theater attendants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american theater attendants have the lowest average salary at $28,638.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $29,275 |
| White | $29,603 |
| Black or African American | $28,638 |
| Asian | $30,477 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $30,023 |
Theater attendant age breakdown
The average age of theater attendants is 40+ years years old, representing 51% of the theater attendant population.
Theater attendant age breakdown
| Theater Attendant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 51% |
| 30-40 years | 10% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Theater attendant educational attainment
The most common degree for theater attendants is high school diploma, with 38% of theater attendants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 36% and bachelor's degree degree at 18%.
- High School Diploma, 38%
- Bachelor's, 36%
- Associate, 18%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Theater attendants by degree level
| Theater attendant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 38% |
| Bachelor's | 36% |
| Associate | 18% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Theater attendant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, theater attendants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $31,405 annually. With a Associate degree, theater attendants earn a median annual income of $30,413 compared to $30,315 for theater attendants with an Master's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $30,315 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $29,761 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,405 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,413 |
Theater attendant employment statistics
Most theater attendants work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where theater attendants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where theater attendants work.
Theater attendant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Theater attendant jobs by company type
Employees with the theater attendant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most theater attendants prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Theater attendant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 7% |
Theater attendant jobs by industry
The most common industries for theater attendants are media, hospitality and retail.
Theater attendant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 33% |
| Hospitality | 13% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Government | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
Theater attendant turnover and employment statistics
Theater attendant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for theater attendants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Theater attendant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Theater attendant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.37% |
| 2011 | 16.08% |
| 2012 | 15.60% |
| 2013 | 11.13% |
| 2014 | 10.69% |
| 2015 | 9.76% |
| 2016 | 9.64% |
| 2017 | 10.46% |
| 2018 | 7.77% |
| 2019 | 6.06% |
| 2020 | 18.66% |
| 2021 | 15.28% |
Average theater attendant tenure
The average theater attendant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 365 theater attendants resumes in Zippia's database.
Theater attendant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 46% |
| 1-2 years | 38% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 7% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Theater attendant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of theater 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Casino Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,747 |
| Rope Tow Operator | 8.91% | 26,000 |
| Pet Groomer | 10.47% | 63,641 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Theater Attendant | 13.21% | - |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar theater attendant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Casino Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,747 |
| Rope Tow Operator | 8.91% | 26,000 |
| Pet Groomer | 10.47% | 63,641 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by theater attendants
The most common foreign language among theater attendants is Spanish at 75.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 12.5% and German is the third-most popular at 6.3%.
- Spanish, 75.0%
- French, 12.5%
- German, 6.3%
- Japanese, 6.3%
Theater attendant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.0% |
| French | 12.5% |
| German | 6.3% |
| Japanese | 6.3% |
