Amusement Park Worker demographics and statistics in the US
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Amusement Park Worker gender statistics
37.7% of amusement park workers are women and 62.3% of amusement park workers are men.
- Male, 62.3%
- Female, 37.7%
Amusement Park Worker gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 62.3% |
| Female | 37.7% |
Amusement Park Worker gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$24,127
Female Income
$23,746
Amusement Park Worker gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in amusement park worker positions over time. Currently, 37.7% of amusement park workers are female.
Amusement Park Worker gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.67% | 40.33% |
| 2011 | 56.43% | 43.57% |
| 2012 | 58.98% | 41.02% |
| 2013 | 57.44% | 42.56% |
| 2014 | 58.42% | 41.58% |
| 2015 | 55.25% | 44.75% |
| 2016 | 56.76% | 43.24% |
| 2017 | 59.42% | 40.58% |
| 2018 | 60.77% | 39.23% |
| 2019 | 58.52% | 41.48% |
| 2020 | 56.47% | 43.53% |
| 2021 | 62.28% | 37.72% |
Amusement Park Worker related jobs gender ratio
We compared amusement park workers 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% |
| Amusement Park Worker | 62% | 38% |
| Caddie | 93% | 7% |
| Ferris Wheel Operator | 94% | 6% |
| Pin Chaser | 96% | 4% |
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Amusement Park Worker demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among amusement park workers is White, which makes up 63.9% of all amusement park workers. Comparatively, 15.0% of amusement park workers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.6% of amusement park workers are Black or African American.
- White, 63.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.0%
- Black or African American, 8.6%
- Asian, 6.7%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Amusement Park Worker Race
| Amusement Park Worker Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Asian | 6.7% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Amusement Park Worker race and ethnicity over time
See how amusement park worker racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
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- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Amusement Park Worker race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.83% | 9.88% | 4.60% | 12.34% |
| 2011 | 65.53% | 12.70% | 5.57% | 12.76% |
| 2012 | 66.99% | 11.11% | 5.04% | 12.60% |
| 2013 | 67.46% | 9.41% | 5.11% | 14.18% |
| 2014 | 66.23% | 10.15% | 5.34% | 13.89% |
| 2015 | 64.93% | 11.09% | 4.91% | 14.74% |
| 2016 | 65.25% | 11.04% | 5.42% | 14.24% |
| 2017 | 64.44% | 9.79% | 6.18% | 15.25% |
| 2018 | 66.10% | 9.52% | 6.24% | 14.76% |
| 2019 | 64.08% | 10.76% | 5.83% | 15.34% |
| 2020 | 60.76% | 10.09% | 6.24% | 16.98% |
| 2021 | 63.92% | 8.64% | 6.71% | 14.97% |
Amusement Park Worker wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino amusement park workers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown amusement park workers have the lowest average salary at $21,591.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $21,591 |
| White | $24,865 |
| Black or African American | $23,368 |
| Asian | $24,437 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $26,667 |
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Average amusement park worker age
See how the average age of amusement park workers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Amusement Park Worker 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 |
Amusement Park Worker age breakdown
The average age of amusement park workers is 20-30 years years old, representing 42% of the amusement park worker population.
Amusement Park Worker age breakdown
| Amusement Park Worker Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 32% |
| 30-40 years | 13% |
| 20-30 years | 42% |
Amusement Park Worker educational attainment
The most common degree for amusement park workers is high school diploma, with 45% of amusement park workers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 37% and bachelor's degree degree at 8%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Bachelor's, 37%
- Diploma, 8%
- Associate, 5%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Amusement Park Workers by degree level
| Amusement Park Worker Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Bachelor's | 37% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Associate | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Amusement Park Worker wage gap by degree level
According to the data, amusement park workers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $33,214 annually. With a Associate degree, amusement park workers earn a median annual income of $24,800 compared to $23,425 for amusement park workers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $23,425 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,214 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $24,800 |
Amusement Park Worker employment statistics
Most amusement park workers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where amusement park workers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where amusement park workers work.
Amusement Park Worker jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 26% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 21% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Amusement Park Worker jobs by company type
Employees with the amusement park worker job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most amusement park workers prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Amusement Park Worker jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 8% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 17% |
Amusement Park Worker jobs by industry
The most common industries for amusement park workers are hospitality, government and professional.
Amusement Park Worker industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 41% |
| Government | 16% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Amusement Park Worker turnover and employment statistics
Amusement Park Worker unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for amusement park workers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Amusement Park Worker unemployment rate by year
| Year | Amusement Park Worker 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 amusement park worker tenure
The average amusement park worker stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 127 amusement park workers resumes in Zippia's database.
Amusement Park Worker tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 53% |
| 1-2 years | 19% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 1% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Amusement Park Worker LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of amusement park workers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,838 |
| Amusement Park Worker | 7.31% | - |
| Animation Internship | 10.47% | 47,148 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Instructor | 11.45% | 60,002 |
| Museum Host/Hostess | 14.79% | 10,990 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar amusement park worker jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Live Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,838 |
| Animation Internship | 10.47% | 47,148 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Residential Instructor | 11.45% | 60,002 |
| Museum Host/Hostess | 14.79% | 10,990 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by amusement park workers
The most common foreign language among amusement park workers is Japanese at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 20.0% and French is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Japanese, 40.0%
- Chinese, 20.0%
- French, 20.0%
- Spanish, 20.0%
Amusement Park Worker languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 40.0% |
| Chinese | 20.0% |
| French | 20.0% |
| Spanish | 20.0% |
