Gamer demographics and statistics in the US
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Gamer gender statistics
25.4% of gamers are women and 74.6% of gamers are men.
- Male, 74.6%
- Female, 25.4%
Gamer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 74.6% |
| Female | 25.4% |
Gamer gender pay gap
Women earn 84¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$36,271
Female Income
$30,527
Gamer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in gamer positions over time. Currently, 25.4% of gamers are female.
Gamer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 63.65% | 36.35% |
| 2011 | 63.30% | 36.70% |
| 2012 | 63.94% | 36.06% |
| 2013 | 63.87% | 36.13% |
| 2014 | 61.99% | 38.01% |
| 2015 | 61.50% | 38.50% |
| 2016 | 61.37% | 38.63% |
| 2017 | 60.31% | 39.69% |
| 2018 | 74.28% | 25.72% |
| 2019 | 74.37% | 25.63% |
| 2020 | 73.65% | 26.35% |
| 2021 | 74.65% | 25.35% |
Gamer related jobs gender ratio
We compared gamers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, sales superintendent and route sales manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Catering Sales Manager | 19% | 81% |
| Director Of Admissions And Marketing | 20% | 80% |
| Media Traffic Manager | 20% | 80% |
| Gamer | 75% | 25% |
| Director Of Sales Engineering | 93% | 7% |
| Route Sales Manager | 94% | 6% |
| Sales Superintendent | 95% | 5% |
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Gamer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among gamers is White, which makes up 78.2% of all gamers. Comparatively, 9.8% of gamers are Hispanic or Latino and 4.4% of gamers are Unknown.
- White, 78.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.8%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Asian, 4.1%
- Black or African American, 3.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Gamer Race
| Gamer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 78.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.8% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Asian | 4.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Gamer race and ethnicity over time
See how gamer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Gamer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 83.20% | 3.77% | 4.83% | 6.40% |
| 2011 | 82.97% | 3.67% | 5.02% | 6.54% |
| 2012 | 81.98% | 4.30% | 4.92% | 6.96% |
| 2013 | 82.82% | 3.53% | 5.17% | 6.71% |
| 2014 | 81.64% | 4.15% | 5.07% | 7.25% |
| 2015 | 81.26% | 3.56% | 5.82% | 7.41% |
| 2016 | 80.88% | 3.69% | 5.85% | 7.32% |
| 2017 | 80.80% | 3.66% | 6.04% | 7.44% |
| 2018 | 82.67% | 3.48% | 3.98% | 7.95% |
| 2019 | 82.66% | 3.47% | 3.88% | 8.11% |
| 2020 | 80.04% | 3.54% | 4.47% | 8.21% |
| 2021 | 78.23% | 3.24% | 4.07% | 9.82% |
Gamer wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown gamers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american gamers have the lowest average salary at $33,982.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,239 |
| White | $36,790 |
| Black or African American | $33,982 |
| Asian | $36,417 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,055 |
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Average gamer age
See how the average age of gamers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Gamer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 47 |
| Unknown | 46 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 43 |
| White | 48 | 45 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 49 |
Gamer age breakdown
The average age of gamers is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the gamer population.
Gamer age breakdown
| Gamer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Gamer educational attainment
The most common degree for gamers is high school diploma, with 40% of gamers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 31% and bachelor's degree degree at 23%.
- High School Diploma, 40%
- Bachelor's, 31%
- Associate, 23%
- Master's, 2%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Gamers by degree level
| Gamer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 40% |
| Bachelor's | 31% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Master's | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Gamer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, gamers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $48,668 annually. With a Doctorate degree, gamers earn a median annual income of $45,441 compared to $41,962 for gamers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $48,668 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,312 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,962 |
| Doctorate Degree | $45,441 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $30,284 |
Gamer employment statistics
Most gamers work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where gamers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where gamers work.
Gamer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 21% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Gamer jobs by company type
Employees with the gamer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most gamers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Gamer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 9% |
Gamer jobs by industry
The most common industries for gamers are hospitality, professional and retail.
Gamer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 17% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Government | 9% |
| Media | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Agriculture | 4% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Internet | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Construction | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
Gamer turnover and employment statistics
Gamer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for gamers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Gamer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Gamer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.47% |
| 2011 | 6.19% |
| 2012 | 5.30% |
| 2013 | 4.87% |
| 2014 | 3.70% |
| 2015 | 3.36% |
| 2016 | 3.08% |
| 2017 | 2.97% |
| 2018 | 2.41% |
| 2019 | 2.59% |
| 2020 | 4.53% |
| 2021 | 4.76% |
Average gamer tenure
The average gamer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 150 gamers resumes in Zippia's database.
Gamer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 12% |
Gamer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of gamers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gamer | 7.25% | - |
| Marketing & Advertising Manager | 9.54% | 85,446 |
| Partner-Director | 9.86% | 82,665 |
| Public Relations And Communications Director | 16.11% | 39,568 |
Similar gamer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing & Advertising Manager | 9.54% | 85,446 |
| Partner-Director | 9.86% | 82,665 |
| Public Relations And Communications Director | 16.11% | 39,568 |
Foreign languages spoken by gamers
The most common foreign language among gamers is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 16.7% and Dutch is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Mandarin, 16.7%
- Dutch, 16.7%
- Cantonese, 16.7%
Gamer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Mandarin | 16.7% |
| Dutch | 16.7% |
| Cantonese | 16.7% |