Wardrobe assistant demographics and statistics in the US
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Wardrobe assistant gender statistics
84.6% of wardrobe assistants are women and 15.4% of wardrobe assistants are men.
- Female, 84.6%
- Male, 15.4%
Wardrobe assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 84.6% |
| Male | 15.4% |
Wardrobe assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,660
Female income
$28,503
Wardrobe assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in wardrobe assistant positions over time. Currently, 84.6% of wardrobe assistants are female.
Wardrobe assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.99% | 86.01% |
| 2011 | 12.46% | 87.54% |
| 2012 | 13.65% | 86.35% |
| 2013 | 12.92% | 87.08% |
| 2014 | 13.38% | 86.62% |
| 2015 | 11.95% | 88.05% |
| 2016 | 12.61% | 87.39% |
| 2017 | 13.86% | 86.14% |
| 2018 | 14.55% | 85.45% |
| 2019 | 13.42% | 86.58% |
| 2020 | 12.48% | 87.52% |
| 2021 | 15.36% | 84.64% |
Wardrobe assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared wardrobe assistants 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% |
| Wardrobe Assistant | 15% | 85% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Wardrobe assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among wardrobe assistants is White, which makes up 59.6% of all wardrobe assistants. Comparatively, 19.0% of wardrobe assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of wardrobe assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 59.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.0%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 5.6%
- Unknown, 5.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Wardrobe assistant race
| Wardrobe assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.0% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 5.6% |
| Unknown | 5.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Wardrobe assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how wardrobe assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Wardrobe assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.55% | 11.23% | 3.54% | 16.38% |
| 2011 | 61.25% | 14.05% | 4.51% | 16.80% |
| 2012 | 62.71% | 12.46% | 3.98% | 16.64% |
| 2013 | 63.19% | 10.77% | 4.05% | 18.22% |
| 2014 | 61.96% | 11.50% | 4.28% | 17.93% |
| 2015 | 60.66% | 12.44% | 3.85% | 18.78% |
| 2016 | 60.97% | 12.39% | 4.36% | 18.28% |
| 2017 | 60.17% | 11.15% | 5.12% | 19.29% |
| 2018 | 61.82% | 10.87% | 5.18% | 18.80% |
| 2019 | 59.80% | 12.12% | 4.77% | 19.38% |
| 2020 | 56.49% | 11.44% | 5.18% | 21.03% |
| 2021 | 59.65% | 9.99% | 5.65% | 19.01% |
Wardrobe assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino wardrobe assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown wardrobe assistants have the lowest average salary at $27,615.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $27,615 |
| White | $28,958 |
| Black or African American | $28,338 |
| Asian | $28,781 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,649 |
Average wardrobe assistant age
See how the average age of wardrobe assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Wardrobe assistant 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 |
Wardrobe assistant age breakdown
The average age of wardrobe assistants is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the wardrobe assistant population.
Wardrobe assistant age breakdown
| Wardrobe Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Wardrobe assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for wardrobe assistants is bachelor's degree, with 64% of wardrobe assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 64%
- Associate, 22%
- High School Diploma, 8%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Wardrobe assistants by degree level
| Wardrobe assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 64% |
| Associate | 22% |
| High School Diploma | 8% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Wardrobe assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, wardrobe assistants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $31,958 annually. With a Associate degree, wardrobe assistants earn a median annual income of $28,794 compared to $28,205 for wardrobe assistants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,205 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,958 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,794 |
Wardrobe assistant employment statistics
Most wardrobe assistants work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where wardrobe assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where wardrobe assistants work.
Wardrobe assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Wardrobe assistant jobs by company type
Employees with the wardrobe assistant job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most wardrobe assistants prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Wardrobe assistant jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 18% |
| Public | 18% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 3% |
Wardrobe assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for wardrobe assistants are media, education and retail.
Wardrobe assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 33% |
| Education | 14% |
| Retail | 12% |
| Hospitality | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Wardrobe assistant turnover and employment statistics
Wardrobe assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for wardrobe assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Wardrobe assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Wardrobe assistant 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 wardrobe assistant tenure
The average wardrobe assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 783 wardrobe assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Wardrobe assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 46% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Wardrobe assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of wardrobe 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Crap Shooter | 3.67% | 12 |
| Wardrobe Assistant | 7.31% | - |
| Pet Care Associate | 10.47% | 84,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Door Person | 14.79% | 34,644 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar wardrobe assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Crap Shooter | 3.67% | 12 |
| Pet Care Associate | 10.47% | 84,256 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Advisor | 11.45% | 47,150 |
| Door Person | 14.79% | 34,644 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by wardrobe assistants
The most common foreign language among wardrobe assistants is Spanish at 46.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 21.2% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 5.8%.
- Spanish, 46.2%
- French, 21.2%
- Chinese, 5.8%
- German, 5.8%
- Thai, 5.8%
- Other, 15.2%
Wardrobe assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.2% |
| French | 21.2% |
| Chinese | 5.8% |
| German | 5.8% |
| Thai | 5.8% |
| Other | 15.2% |