Writer/blogger demographics and statistics in the US
Writer/blogger demographics research summary. Zippia estimates writer/blogger demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our writer/blogger estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about writer/bloggers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 31,126 writer/bloggers currently employed in the United States.
- 62.0% of all writer/bloggers are women, while 38.0% are men.
- The average writer/blogger age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of writer/bloggers is White (74.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (7.9%), Black or African American (6.2%) and Unknown (5.7%).
- In 2022, women earned 96% of what men earned.
- 16% of all writer/bloggers are LGBT.
- Writer/bloggers are 69% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Writer/blogger demographics by:
Writer/blogger gender statistics
62.0% of writer/bloggers are women and 38.0% of writer/bloggers are men.
- Female, 62.0%
- Male, 38.0%
Writer/blogger gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 62.0% |
| Male | 38.0% |
Writer/blogger gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$50,074
Female income
$47,939
Writer/blogger gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in writer/blogger positions over time. Currently, 62.0% of writer/bloggers are female.
Writer/blogger gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 36.25% | 63.75% |
| 2011 | 37.43% | 62.57% |
| 2012 | 37.94% | 62.06% |
| 2013 | 39.84% | 60.16% |
| 2014 | 39.32% | 60.68% |
| 2015 | 36.90% | 63.10% |
| 2016 | 34.06% | 65.94% |
| 2017 | 34.78% | 65.22% |
| 2018 | 38.02% | 61.98% |
| 2019 | 34.32% | 65.68% |
| 2020 | 36.28% | 63.72% |
| 2021 | 37.97% | 62.03% |
Writer/blogger related jobs gender ratio
We compared writer/bloggers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Writer/Blogger | 38% | 62% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Writer/blogger demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among writer/bloggers is White, which makes up 74.8% of all writer/bloggers. Comparatively, 7.9% of writer/bloggers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.2% of writer/bloggers are Black or African American.
- White, 74.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.9%
- Black or African American, 6.2%
- Unknown, 5.7%
- Asian, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Writer/blogger race
| Writer/blogger race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 74.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.9% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 5.7% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Writer/blogger race and ethnicity over time
See how writer/blogger racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Writer/blogger race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.32% | 5.30% | 4.34% | 4.95% |
| 2011 | 82.46% | 5.52% | 3.72% | 5.71% |
| 2012 | 80.39% | 6.06% | 4.49% | 6.05% |
| 2013 | 80.44% | 5.35% | 4.13% | 6.58% |
| 2014 | 79.19% | 6.15% | 4.15% | 6.99% |
| 2015 | 79.99% | 5.45% | 4.58% | 6.96% |
| 2016 | 80.06% | 5.87% | 4.42% | 6.59% |
| 2017 | 81.13% | 5.50% | 4.62% | 5.82% |
| 2018 | 79.77% | 5.12% | 4.31% | 7.40% |
| 2019 | 78.68% | 6.08% | 4.14% | 7.46% |
| 2020 | 75.69% | 6.09% | 4.49% | 7.86% |
| 2021 | 74.84% | 6.17% | 5.06% | 7.92% |
Writer/blogger wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown writer/bloggers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian writer/bloggers have the lowest average salary at $48,933.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,945 |
| White | $50,401 |
| Black or African American | $50,458 |
| Asian | $48,933 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,655 |
Average writer/blogger age
See how the average age of writer/bloggers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Writer/blogger age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 44 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 38.5 | 41 |
| Asian | 34 | 35 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30.5 | 34 |
Writer/blogger age breakdown
The average age of writer/bloggers is 40+ years years old, representing 52% of the writer/blogger population.
Writer/blogger age breakdown
| Writer/Blogger Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 52% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Writer/blogger educational attainment
The most common degree for writer/bloggers is bachelor's degree, with 73% of writer/bloggers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 12% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 73%
- Master's, 12%
- Associate, 10%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Writer/bloggers by degree level
| Writer/blogger degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 73% |
| Master's | 12% |
| Associate | 10% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Writer/blogger wage gap by degree level
According to the data, writer/bloggers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $56,367 annually. With a Master's degree, writer/bloggers earn a median annual income of $53,485 compared to $53,377 for writer/bloggers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,485 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,377 |
| Doctorate Degree | $56,367 |
Writer/blogger employment statistics
Most writer/bloggers work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where writer/bloggers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where writer/bloggers work.
Writer/blogger jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 20% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Writer/blogger jobs by company type
Employees with the writer/blogger job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most writer/bloggers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Writer/blogger jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 9% |
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 69% |
| Government | 2% |
Writer/blogger jobs by industry
The most common industries for writer/bloggers are media, internet and hospitality.
Writer/blogger industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 29% |
| Internet | 13% |
| Hospitality | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Education | 8% |
| Start-up | 7% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Government | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
Writer/blogger turnover and employment statistics
Writer/blogger unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for writer/bloggers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Writer/blogger unemployment rate by year
| Year | Writer/blogger unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.42% |
| 2011 | 6.99% |
| 2012 | 6.73% |
| 2013 | 6.55% |
| 2014 | 7.00% |
| 2015 | 5.19% |
| 2016 | 5.17% |
| 2017 | 5.38% |
| 2018 | 5.51% |
| 2019 | 5.71% |
| 2020 | 6.81% |
| 2021 | 7.01% |
Average writer/blogger tenure
The average writer/blogger stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 655 writer/bloggers resumes in Zippia's database.
Writer/blogger tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 17% |
| 3-4 years | 8% |
| 5-7 years | 24% |
| 8-10 years | 13% |
| 11+ years | 20% |
Writer/blogger LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of writer/bloggers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Courtroom Reporter | 10.10% | 1,782 |
| Radio Disc Jockey | 10.34% | 4,315 |
| Digital Media Internship | 12.01% | 72,449 |
| Practice Area Editor | 12.38% | 19,134 |
| Site Interpreter | 14.90% | 11,175 |
| Writer/Blogger | 16.36% | - |
| Ringmaster | 16.36% | 66 |
Similar writer/blogger jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Courtroom Reporter | 10.10% | 1,782 |
| Radio Disc Jockey | 10.34% | 4,315 |
| Digital Media Internship | 12.01% | 72,449 |
| Practice Area Editor | 12.38% | 19,134 |
| Site Interpreter | 14.90% | 11,175 |
| Ringmaster | 16.36% | 66 |
Foreign languages spoken by writer/bloggers
The most common foreign language among writer/bloggers is Spanish at 42.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 24.2% and Tagalog is the third-most popular at 6.1%.
- Spanish, 42.4%
- French, 24.2%
- Tagalog, 6.1%
- Italian, 6.1%
- Portuguese, 3.0%
- Other, 18.2%
Writer/blogger languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.4% |
| French | 24.2% |
| Tagalog | 6.1% |
| Italian | 6.1% |
| Portuguese | 3.0% |
| Other | 18.2% |
