Washroom attendant demographics and statistics in the US
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Washroom attendant gender statistics
32.2% of washroom attendants are women and 67.8% of washroom attendants are men.
- Male, 67.8%
- Female, 32.2%
Washroom attendant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 67.8% |
| Female | 32.2% |
Washroom attendant gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,512
Female income
$28,389
Washroom attendant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in washroom attendant positions over time. Currently, 32.2% of washroom attendants are female.
Washroom attendant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.36% | 34.64% |
| 2011 | 62.28% | 37.72% |
| 2012 | 64.70% | 35.30% |
| 2013 | 63.25% | 36.75% |
| 2014 | 64.17% | 35.83% |
| 2015 | 61.15% | 38.85% |
| 2016 | 62.60% | 37.40% |
| 2017 | 65.12% | 34.88% |
| 2018 | 66.39% | 33.61% |
| 2019 | 64.27% | 35.73% |
| 2020 | 62.32% | 37.68% |
| 2021 | 67.80% | 32.20% |
Washroom attendant related jobs gender ratio
We compared washroom 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% |
| Washroom Attendant | 68% | 32% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Washroom attendant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among washroom attendants is White, which makes up 61.9% of all washroom attendants. Comparatively, 14.5% of washroom attendants are Hispanic or Latino and 10.9% of washroom attendants are Black or African American.
- White, 61.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.5%
- Black or African American, 10.9%
- Asian, 7.0%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Washroom attendant race
| Washroom attendant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.5% |
| Black or African American | 10.9% |
| Asian | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Washroom attendant race and ethnicity over time
See how washroom attendant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Washroom attendant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.82% | 12.13% | 4.87% | 11.86% |
| 2011 | 63.52% | 14.95% | 5.84% | 12.28% |
| 2012 | 64.98% | 13.36% | 5.30% | 12.12% |
| 2013 | 65.45% | 11.66% | 5.38% | 13.70% |
| 2014 | 64.22% | 12.40% | 5.60% | 13.41% |
| 2015 | 62.92% | 13.34% | 5.17% | 14.26% |
| 2016 | 63.24% | 13.29% | 5.69% | 13.77% |
| 2017 | 62.43% | 12.04% | 6.45% | 14.77% |
| 2018 | 64.09% | 11.77% | 6.50% | 14.29% |
| 2019 | 62.07% | 13.01% | 6.09% | 14.87% |
| 2020 | 58.75% | 12.34% | 6.51% | 16.51% |
| 2021 | 61.91% | 10.89% | 6.97% | 14.49% |
Washroom attendant wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino washroom attendants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown washroom attendants have the lowest average salary at $27,686.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $27,686 |
| White | $28,744 |
| Black or African American | $28,264 |
| Asian | $28,606 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $29,284 |
Average washroom attendant age
See how the average age of washroom attendants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Washroom attendant 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 |
Washroom attendant age breakdown
The average age of washroom attendants is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the washroom attendant population.
Washroom attendant age breakdown
| Washroom Attendant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Washroom attendant educational attainment
The most common degree for washroom attendants is high school diploma, with 33% of washroom attendants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 25% and bachelor's degree degree at 21%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Bachelor's, 25%
- Diploma, 21%
- Associate, 17%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Washroom attendants by degree level
| Washroom attendant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Bachelor's | 25% |
| Diploma | 21% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Washroom attendant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, washroom attendants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $31,047 annually. With a Associate degree, washroom attendants earn a median annual income of $28,649 compared to $28,200 for washroom attendants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $28,200 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $31,047 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,649 |
Washroom attendant employment statistics
Company size where washroom attendants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where washroom attendants work.
Washroom attendant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 9% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 5% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 55% |
Washroom attendant jobs by industry
The most common industries for washroom attendants are retail, hospitality and pharmaceutical.
Washroom attendant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 28% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Hospitality | 12% |
| Pharmaceutical | 8% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Construction | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
Washroom attendant turnover and employment statistics
Washroom attendant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for washroom attendants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Washroom attendant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Washroom attendant 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 washroom attendant tenure
The average washroom attendant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 61 washroom attendants resumes in Zippia's database.
Washroom attendant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Washroom attendant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of washroom 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Proposition Player | 3.67% | 241 |
| Washroom Attendant | 7.31% | - |
| Dog Walker | 10.47% | 5,474 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Usher/Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,556 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar washroom attendant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Proposition Player | 3.67% | 241 |
| Dog Walker | 10.47% | 5,474 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Usher/Ticket Taker | 14.79% | 1,556 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |