Wellness coach demographics and statistics in the US
Wellness coach demographics research summary. Zippia estimates wellness coach demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our wellness coach estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about wellness coaches after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 34,492 wellness coaches currently employed in the United States.
- 65.8% of all wellness coaches are women, while 34.2% are men.
- The average wellness coach age is 47 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of wellness coaches is White (66.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (14.3%), Black or African American (10.6%) and Asian (4.4%).
- Wellness coaches are most in-demand in Atlanta, GA.
- The finance industry is the highest-paying for wellness coaches.
- Richmond, CA pays an annual average wage of $53,667, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women wellness coaches earned 92% of what men earned.
- 16% of all wellness coaches are LGBT.
- Hawaii is the best state for wellness coaches to live.
- Wellness coaches are 66% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Wellness coach gender statistics
65.8% of wellness coaches are women and 34.2% of wellness coaches are men.
- Female, 65.8%
- Male, 34.2%
Wellness coach gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 65.8% |
| Male | 34.2% |
Wellness coach gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,674
Female income
$36,608
Wellness coach gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in wellness coach positions over time. Currently, 65.8% of wellness coaches are female.
Wellness coach gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 37.51% | 62.49% |
| 2011 | 37.58% | 62.42% |
| 2012 | 36.08% | 63.92% |
| 2013 | 38.15% | 61.85% |
| 2014 | 36.57% | 63.43% |
| 2015 | 36.32% | 63.68% |
| 2016 | 36.74% | 63.26% |
| 2017 | 35.27% | 64.73% |
| 2018 | 36.03% | 63.97% |
| 2019 | 34.56% | 65.44% |
| 2020 | 35.34% | 64.66% |
| 2021 | 34.23% | 65.77% |
Wellness coach related jobs gender ratio
We compared wellness coaches with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Wellness Coach | 34% | 66% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Wellness coach demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among wellness coaches is White, which makes up 66.1% of all wellness coaches. Comparatively, 14.3% of wellness coaches are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of wellness coaches are Black or African American.
- White, 66.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.3%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Asian, 4.4%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Wellness coach race
| Wellness coach race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.3% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Asian | 4.4% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Wellness coach race and ethnicity over time
See how wellness coach racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Wellness coach race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.73% | 11.74% | 3.87% | 11.47% |
| 2011 | 70.42% | 11.75% | 3.39% | 12.00% |
| 2012 | 70.30% | 11.39% | 3.74% | 12.21% |
| 2013 | 69.92% | 11.30% | 3.76% | 12.42% |
| 2014 | 69.44% | 10.91% | 4.28% | 12.97% |
| 2015 | 69.64% | 10.97% | 3.95% | 12.65% |
| 2016 | 69.23% | 10.41% | 4.32% | 13.27% |
| 2017 | 68.89% | 10.37% | 4.52% | 13.88% |
| 2018 | 68.93% | 10.52% | 4.45% | 13.66% |
| 2019 | 69.31% | 9.64% | 4.60% | 13.88% |
| 2020 | 68.13% | 9.57% | 4.72% | 13.22% |
| 2021 | 66.06% | 10.57% | 4.37% | 14.29% |
Wellness coach wage gap by race
According to our data, asian wellness coaches have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White wellness coaches have the lowest average salary at $38,847.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,106 |
| White | $38,847 |
| Black or African American | $39,101 |
| Asian | $40,189 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,147 |
Average wellness coach age
See how the average age of wellness coaches varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Wellness coach age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 49 |
| Unknown | 46 | 45 |
| Asian | 44 | 45.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 49.5 | 46 |
Wellness coach age breakdown
The average age of wellness coaches is 40+ years years old, representing 75% of the wellness coach population.
Wellness coach age breakdown
| Wellness Coach Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 75% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 3% |
Wellness coach educational attainment
The most common degree for wellness coaches is bachelor's degree, with 67% of wellness coaches earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 67%
- Associate, 12%
- Master's, 12%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Wellness coaches by degree level
| Wellness coach degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Master's | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Wellness coach wage gap by degree level
According to the data, wellness coaches with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $53,632 annually. With a Master's degree, wellness coaches earn a median annual income of $47,267 compared to $39,518 for wellness coaches with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $47,267 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,518 |
| Doctorate Degree | $53,632 |
Wellness coach employment statistics
Most wellness coaches work for a private in the health care industry.
Company size where wellness coaches work
Below, you can see the size of companies where wellness coaches work.
Wellness coach jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Wellness coach jobs by company type
Employees with the wellness coach job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most wellness coaches prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Wellness coach jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 11% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 66% |
| Government | 9% |
Wellness coach jobs by industry
The most common industries for wellness coaches are health care, non profits and professional.
Wellness coach industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 34% |
| Non Profits | 14% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Government | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
Wellness coach turnover and employment statistics
Wellness coach unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for wellness coaches between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Wellness coach unemployment rate by year
| Year | Wellness coach unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.73% |
| 2011 | 2.70% |
| 2012 | 2.57% |
| 2013 | 2.68% |
| 2014 | 2.05% |
| 2015 | 1.69% |
| 2016 | 1.71% |
| 2017 | 1.44% |
| 2018 | 1.35% |
| 2019 | 1.23% |
| 2020 | 1.84% |
| 2021 | 1.95% |
Average wellness coach tenure
The average wellness coach stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,821 wellness coaches resumes in Zippia's database.
Wellness coach tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 25% |
| 8-10 years | 11% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Wellness coach LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of wellness coaches 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HSE Manager | 4.08% | 22,562 |
| Gaming Manager On Duty | 8.19% | 2,682 |
| Funeral Location Manager | 9.30% | 6,223 |
| Condominium Manager | 11.54% | 4,179 |
| Laboratory Director | 11.66% | 59,500 |
| Grants And Programs Manager | 14.16% | 10,111 |
| Wellness Coach | 16.21% | - |
Similar wellness coach jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| HSE Manager | 4.08% | 22,562 |
| Gaming Manager On Duty | 8.19% | 2,682 |
| Funeral Location Manager | 9.30% | 6,223 |
| Condominium Manager | 11.54% | 4,179 |
| Laboratory Director | 11.66% | 59,500 |
| Grants And Programs Manager | 14.16% | 10,111 |
Foreign languages spoken by wellness coaches
The most common foreign language among wellness coaches is Spanish at 65.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.4% and Swedish is the third-most popular at 2.4%.
- Spanish, 65.9%
- French, 9.4%
- Swedish, 2.4%
- Portuguese, 2.4%
- Italian, 2.4%
- Other, 17.5%
Wellness coach languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 65.9% |
| French | 9.4% |
| Swedish | 2.4% |
| Portuguese | 2.4% |
| Italian | 2.4% |
| Other | 17.5% |
