Zoo Keeper demographics and statistics in the US
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Zoo Keeper gender statistics
64.8% of zoo keepers are women and 35.2% of zoo keepers are men.
- Female, 64.8%
- Male, 35.2%
Zoo Keeper gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 64.8% |
| Male | 35.2% |
Zoo Keeper gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$34,146
Female Income
$33,685
Zoo Keeper gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in zoo keeper positions over time. Currently, 64.8% of zoo keepers are female.
Zoo Keeper gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 34.40% | 65.60% |
| 2011 | 37.70% | 62.30% |
| 2012 | 40.84% | 59.16% |
| 2013 | 36.37% | 63.63% |
| 2014 | 38.66% | 61.34% |
| 2015 | 38.84% | 61.16% |
| 2016 | 38.46% | 61.54% |
| 2017 | 32.44% | 67.56% |
| 2018 | 36.14% | 63.86% |
| 2019 | 33.93% | 66.07% |
| 2020 | 36.25% | 63.75% |
| 2021 | 35.25% | 64.75% |
Zoo Keeper related jobs gender ratio
We compared zoo keepers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, ringman and farrier have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Daycare Provider | 6% | 94% |
| Horse Show Judge | 6% | 94% |
| Pet Groomer | 14% | 86% |
| Zoo Keeper | 35% | 65% |
| Farrier | 73% | 27% |
| Ringman | 88% | 13% |
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Zoo Keeper demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among zoo keepers is White, which makes up 68.3% of all zoo keepers. Comparatively, 17.8% of zoo keepers are Hispanic or Latino and 6.5% of zoo keepers are Unknown.
- White, 68.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.8%
- Unknown, 6.5%
- Black or African American, 4.2%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Zoo Keeper Race
| Zoo Keeper Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.8% |
| Unknown | 6.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Zoo Keeper race and ethnicity over time
See how zoo keeper 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
Zoo Keeper race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.16% | 3.96% | 1.47% | 14.23% |
| 2011 | 78.46% | 3.25% | 1.53% | 14.37% |
| 2012 | 75.95% | 3.83% | 1.64% | 15.41% |
| 2013 | 76.65% | 3.26% | 1.77% | 15.25% |
| 2014 | 75.29% | 4.47% | 2.23% | 14.58% |
| 2015 | 75.04% | 3.95% | 1.60% | 15.50% |
| 2016 | 75.84% | 3.96% | 1.75% | 15.06% |
| 2017 | 75.90% | 3.86% | 2.08% | 15.13% |
| 2018 | 73.90% | 3.78% | 2.71% | 15.75% |
| 2019 | 74.06% | 4.01% | 2.12% | 16.35% |
| 2020 | 70.45% | 3.69% | 2.51% | 17.04% |
| 2021 | 68.32% | 4.24% | 2.62% | 17.85% |
Zoo Keeper wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino zoo keepers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american zoo keepers have the lowest average salary at $32,646.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,581 |
| White | $34,844 |
| Black or African American | $32,646 |
| Asian | $34,834 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,884 |
Average zoo keeper age
See how the average age of zoo keepers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Zoo Keeper age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 24 | 30 |
| White | 29 | 29.5 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 25.5 |
| Asian | 38 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 33 | 27 |
Zoo Keeper age breakdown
The average age of zoo keepers is 20-30 years years old, representing 45% of the zoo keeper population.
Zoo Keeper age breakdown
| Zoo Keeper Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 23% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 45% |
Zoo Keeper educational attainment
The most common degree for zoo keepers is bachelor's degree, with 67% of zoo keepers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- Bachelor's, 67%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Zoo Keepers by degree level
| Zoo Keeper Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Zoo Keeper wage gap by degree level
According to the data, zoo keepers with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $36,131 annually. With a Associate degree, zoo keepers earn a median annual income of $34,374 compared to $32,520 for zoo keepers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,520 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $36,131 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,374 |
Zoo Keeper employment statistics
Most zoo keepers work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where zoo keepers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where zoo keepers work.
Zoo Keeper jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 42% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 4% |
Zoo Keeper jobs by company type
Employees with the zoo keeper job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most zoo keepers prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Zoo Keeper jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 29% |
| Public | 7% |
| Private | 41% |
| Government | 22% |
Zoo Keeper jobs by industry
The most common industries for zoo keepers are education, hospitality and government.
Zoo Keeper industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Hospitality | 17% |
| Government | 16% |
| Non Profits | 11% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Media | 5% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Zoo Keeper turnover and employment statistics
Zoo Keeper unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for zoo keepers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Zoo Keeper unemployment rate by year
| Year | Zoo Keeper Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.28% |
| 2011 | 9.88% |
| 2012 | 8.97% |
| 2013 | 7.70% |
| 2014 | 7.03% |
| 2015 | 6.82% |
| 2016 | 6.68% |
| 2017 | 5.67% |
| 2018 | 6.03% |
| 2019 | 5.39% |
| 2020 | 8.94% |
| 2021 | 7.82% |
Average zoo keeper tenure
The average zoo keeper stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 416 zoo keepers resumes in Zippia's database.
Zoo Keeper tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 36% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
Zoo Keeper LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of zoo keepers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Table Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,431 |
| Equestrian Trainer | 10.68% | 20,860 |
| Zoo Keeper | 10.70% | - |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Similar zoo keeper jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Table Games Dealer | 3.67% | 1,431 |
| Equestrian Trainer | 10.68% | 20,860 |
| Slot Attendant | 11.36% | 45,107 |
| Community Advisor | 11.45% | 51,226 |
| Lobby Attendant | 14.79% | 45,695 |
| Funeral Director | 15.24% | 5,746 |
Foreign languages spoken by zoo keepers
The most common foreign language among zoo keepers is Spanish at 72.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.1% and Swedish is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 72.2%
- French, 11.1%
- Swedish, 5.6%
- Arabic, 5.6%
- Italian, 5.6%
Zoo Keeper languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 72.2% |
| French | 11.1% |
| Swedish | 5.6% |
| Arabic | 5.6% |
| Italian | 5.6% |
