Professional Organizer demographics and statistics in the US
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Professional Organizer gender statistics
79.2% of professional organizers are women and 20.8% of professional organizers are men.
- Female, 79.2%
- Male, 20.8%
Professional Organizer gender ratio
Gender  | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 79.2% |
| Male | 20.8% |
Professional Organizer gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$44,082
Female Income
$44,045
Professional Organizer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in professional organizer positions over time. Currently, 79.2% of professional organizers are female.
Professional Organizer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25.46% | 74.54% |
| 2011 | 22.22% | 77.78% |
| 2012 | 23.63% | 76.37% |
| 2013 | 25.35% | 74.65% |
| 2014 | 24.68% | 75.32% |
| 2015 | 20.69% | 79.31% |
| 2016 | 22.98% | 77.02% |
| 2017 | 27.07% | 72.93% |
| 2018 | 25.78% | 74.22% |
| 2019 | 25.37% | 74.63% |
| 2020 | 20.95% | 79.05% |
| 2021 | 20.78% | 79.22% |
Professional Organizer related jobs gender ratio
We compared professional organizers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Professional Organizer | 21% | 79% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Professional Organizer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among professional organizers is White, which makes up 60.8% of all professional organizers. Comparatively, 16.0% of professional organizers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.7% of professional organizers are Black or African American.
- White, 60.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.0%
- Black or African American, 9.7%
- Unknown, 6.4%
- Asian, 6.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Professional Organizer Race
| Professional Organizer Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Unknown | 6.4% |
| Asian | 6.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Professional Organizer race and ethnicity over time
See how professional organizer 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
Professional Organizer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 69.43% | 11.12% | 4.44% | 11.20% |
| 2011 | 67.84% | 12.38% | 4.81% | 11.34% |
| 2012 | 65.39% | 11.82% | 5.07% | 12.52% |
| 2013 | 66.00% | 10.23% | 4.76% | 14.17% |
| 2014 | 64.25% | 11.70% | 5.39% | 14.14% |
| 2015 | 66.35% | 10.95% | 6.16% | 12.84% |
| 2016 | 64.99% | 9.64% | 6.36% | 14.27% |
| 2017 | 65.01% | 10.68% | 5.17% | 15.48% |
| 2018 | 68.17% | 10.79% | 4.63% | 11.85% |
| 2019 | 66.11% | 8.42% | 5.86% | 15.04% |
| 2020 | 62.62% | 7.08% | 6.49% | 16.30% |
| 2021 | 60.83% | 9.67% | 5.97% | 16.05% |
Professional Organizer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian professional organizers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american professional organizers have the lowest average salary at $42,008.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $43,199 |
| White | $45,081 |
| Black or African American | $42,008 |
| Asian | $46,851 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $43,431 |
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Average professional organizer age
See how the average age of professional organizers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Professional Organizer age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40.5 | |
| White | 42.5 | 41 |
| Black or African American | 45 | 50.5 |
| Asian | 32 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 37 |
Professional Organizer age breakdown
The average age of professional organizers is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the professional organizer population.
Professional Organizer age breakdown
| Professional Organizer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 19% |
Professional Organizer educational attainment
The most common degree for professional organizers is bachelor's degree, with 65% of professional organizers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 13% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 65%
- Associate, 13%
- Master's, 12%
- High School Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Professional Organizers by degree level
| Professional Organizer Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 65% |
| Associate | 13% |
| Master's | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Professional Organizer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, professional organizers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $53,640 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, professional organizers earn a median annual income of $45,123 compared to $39,381 for professional organizers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $53,640 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,309 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,123 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,381 |
Professional Organizer employment statistics
Most professional organizers work for a private in the non profits industry.
Company size where professional organizers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where professional organizers work.
Professional Organizer jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 27% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Professional Organizer jobs by company type
Employees with the professional organizer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most professional organizers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Professional Organizer jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 25% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 54% |
| Government | 6% |
Professional Organizer jobs by industry
The most common industries for professional organizers are non profits, education and professional.
Professional Organizer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Non Profits | 18% |
| Education | 18% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Professional Organizer turnover and employment statistics
Professional Organizer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for professional organizers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Professional Organizer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Professional Organizer Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.67% |
| 2011 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 7.54% |
| 2013 | 6.55% |
| 2014 | 5.84% |
| 2015 | 5.71% |
| 2016 | 5.17% |
| 2017 | 5.23% |
| 2018 | 5.73% |
| 2019 | 3.88% |
| 2020 | 3.90% |
| 2021 | 5.40% |
Average professional organizer tenure
The average professional organizer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,036 professional organizers resumes in Zippia's database.
Professional Organizer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 23% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 10% |
| 11+ years | 25% |
Professional Organizer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of professional organizers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher Counselor | 8.96% | 83,305 |
| Correctional Probation Officer | 9.50% | 55,885 |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Psychological Assistant | 11.48% | 90,785 |
| Graduate Clinician | 15.06% | 29,255 |
| Mental Health Professional | 15.06% | 109,499 |
| Professional Organizer | 20.79% | - |
Similar professional organizer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher Counselor | 8.96% | 83,305 |
| Correctional Probation Officer | 9.50% | 55,885 |
| Social Insurance Analyst | 11.25% | 60,694 |
| Psychological Assistant | 11.48% | 90,785 |
| Graduate Clinician | 15.06% | 29,255 |
| Mental Health Professional | 15.06% | 109,499 |
Foreign languages spoken by professional organizers
The most common foreign language among professional organizers is Spanish at 41.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 10.9% and French is the third-most popular at 10.9%.
- Spanish, 41.3%
- Portuguese, 10.9%
- French, 10.9%
- Japanese, 6.5%
- Hebrew, 4.3%
- Other, 26.1%
Professional Organizer languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 41.3% |
| Portuguese | 10.9% |
| French | 10.9% |
| Japanese | 6.5% |
| Hebrew | 4.3% |
| Other | 26.1% |
