Fashion Buyer demographics and statistics in the US
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Fashion Buyer gender statistics
84.5% of fashion buyers are women and 15.5% of fashion buyers are men.
- Female, 84.5%
- Male, 15.5%
Fashion Buyer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 84.5% |
| Male | 15.5% |
Fashion Buyer gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$56,512
Female Income
$55,228
Fashion Buyer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in fashion buyer positions over time. Currently, 84.5% of fashion buyers are female.
Fashion Buyer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 16.32% | 83.68% |
| 2011 | 15.34% | 84.66% |
| 2012 | 15.20% | 84.80% |
| 2013 | 14.56% | 85.44% |
| 2014 | 13.35% | 86.65% |
| 2015 | 15.08% | 84.92% |
| 2016 | 15.45% | 84.55% |
| 2017 | 15.06% | 84.94% |
| 2018 | 12.71% | 87.29% |
| 2019 | 14.70% | 85.30% |
| 2020 | 15.33% | 84.67% |
| 2021 | 15.50% | 84.50% |
Fashion Buyer related jobs gender ratio
We compared fashion buyers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Fashion Buyer | 16% | 85% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Fashion Buyer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among fashion buyers is White, which makes up 63.1% of all fashion buyers. Comparatively, 18.4% of fashion buyers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.9% of fashion buyers are Black or African American.
- White, 63.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.4%
- Black or African American, 7.9%
- Asian, 5.7%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Fashion Buyer Race
| Fashion Buyer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 63.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.9% |
| Asian | 5.7% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Fashion Buyer race and ethnicity over time
See how fashion buyer 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
Fashion Buyer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 71.03% | 6.55% | 5.62% | 14.88% |
| 2011 | 70.10% | 6.93% | 6.08% | 14.68% |
| 2012 | 68.38% | 7.05% | 6.53% | 15.77% |
| 2013 | 69.41% | 7.30% | 6.29% | 14.95% |
| 2014 | 66.97% | 9.22% | 5.73% | 16.20% |
| 2015 | 68.72% | 6.87% | 6.93% | 15.09% |
| 2016 | 68.01% | 7.20% | 6.61% | 16.05% |
| 2017 | 67.61% | 8.17% | 6.29% | 15.78% |
| 2018 | 67.52% | 9.11% | 5.37% | 15.70% |
| 2019 | 67.18% | 7.54% | 6.09% | 16.67% |
| 2020 | 63.51% | 7.25% | 7.34% | 17.69% |
| 2021 | 63.13% | 7.89% | 5.72% | 18.41% |
Fashion Buyer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian fashion buyers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american fashion buyers have the lowest average salary at $53,550.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $55,963 |
| White | $57,905 |
| Black or African American | $53,550 |
| Asian | $58,978 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $56,317 |
Fashion Buyer JOBS
Average fashion buyer age
See how the average age of fashion buyers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Fashion Buyer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 43 | 36 |
| White | 45 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 35.5 | 44 |
| Asian | 43 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33 | 33.5 |
Fashion Buyer age breakdown
The average age of fashion buyers is 40+ years years old, representing 57% of the fashion buyer population.
Fashion Buyer age breakdown
| Fashion Buyer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 57% |
| 30-40 years | 24% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Fashion Buyer educational attainment
The most common degree for fashion buyers is bachelor's degree, with 71% of fashion buyers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 4%.
- Bachelor's, 71%
- Associate, 20%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Fashion Buyers by degree level
| Fashion Buyer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 71% |
| Associate | 20% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Fashion Buyer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, fashion buyers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $62,103 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, fashion buyers earn a median annual income of $61,872 compared to $53,268 for fashion buyers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $62,103 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $53,155 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,872 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $53,268 |
Fashion Buyer employment statistics
Most fashion buyers work for a private in the retail industry.
Company size where fashion buyers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where fashion buyers work.
Fashion Buyer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 10% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
Fashion Buyer jobs by company type
Employees with the fashion buyer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most fashion buyers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Fashion Buyer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 3% |
| Public | 27% |
| Private | 70% |
Fashion Buyer jobs by industry
The most common industries for fashion buyers are retail, media and transportation.
Fashion Buyer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 47% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Media | 8% |
| Transportation | 7% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Education | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Professional | 1% |
Fashion Buyer turnover and employment statistics
Fashion Buyer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for fashion buyers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Fashion Buyer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Fashion Buyer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.68% |
| 2011 | 6.08% |
| 2012 | 5.31% |
| 2013 | 5.18% |
| 2014 | 4.07% |
| 2015 | 3.17% |
| 2016 | 3.93% |
| 2017 | 4.39% |
| 2018 | 2.63% |
| 2019 | 3.49% |
| 2020 | 5.11% |
| 2021 | 6.28% |
Average fashion buyer tenure
The average fashion buyer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 258 fashion buyers resumes in Zippia's database.
Fashion Buyer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Fashion Buyer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of fashion buyers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator/Project Coordinator | 4.41% | 31,971 |
| Fashion Buyer | 8.57% | - |
| Logistician | 8.65% | 9,995 |
| Marketing Research Internship | 10.00% | 160,264 |
| Operations Agent | 11.05% | 90,038 |
| Chief Compliance Officer | 11.64% | 76,701 |
| Principal Gifts Officer | 19.25% | 95,423 |
Similar fashion buyer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Estimator/Project Coordinator | 4.41% | 31,971 |
| Logistician | 8.65% | 9,995 |
| Marketing Research Internship | 10.00% | 160,264 |
| Operations Agent | 11.05% | 90,038 |
| Chief Compliance Officer | 11.64% | 76,701 |
| Principal Gifts Officer | 19.25% | 95,423 |
Foreign languages spoken by fashion buyers
The most common foreign language among fashion buyers is Spanish at 27.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 22.7% and Italian is the third-most popular at 13.6%.
- Spanish, 27.3%
- Mandarin, 22.7%
- Italian, 13.6%
- Chinese, 9.1%
- French, 9.1%
- Other, 18.2%
Fashion Buyer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 27.3% |
| Mandarin | 22.7% |
| Italian | 13.6% |
| Chinese | 9.1% |
| French | 9.1% |
| Other | 18.2% |