Franchise Owner demographics and statistics in the US
Franchise owner demographics research summary. Zippia estimates franchise owner demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our franchise owner estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about franchise owners after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 712,274 franchise owners currently employed in the United States.
- 31.0% of all franchise owners are women, while 69.0% are men.
- The average franchise owner age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of franchise owners is White (67.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (15.4%), Asian (6.4%) and Black or African American (6.2%).
- Franchise owners are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The construction industry is the highest-paying for franchise owners.
- 10% of all franchise owners are LGBT.
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Franchise Owner demographics by:
Franchise Owner gender statistics
31.0% of franchise owners are women and 69.0% of franchise owners are men.
- Male, 69.0%
- Female, 31.0%
Franchise Owner gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 69.0% |
| Female | 31.0% |
Franchise Owner gender pay gap
Women earn 94ยข for every $1 earned by men
Male Income
$50,641
Female Income
$47,797
Franchise Owner gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in franchise owner positions over time. Currently, 31.0% of franchise owners are female.
Franchise Owner gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.07% | 25.93% |
| 2011 | 73.50% | 26.50% |
| 2012 | 72.81% | 27.19% |
| 2013 | 73.26% | 26.74% |
| 2014 | 74.79% | 25.21% |
| 2015 | 73.71% | 26.29% |
| 2016 | 74.47% | 25.53% |
| 2017 | 72.24% | 27.76% |
| 2018 | 72.17% | 27.83% |
| 2019 | 70.45% | 29.55% |
| 2020 | 70.55% | 29.45% |
| 2021 | 69.02% | 30.98% |
Franchise Owner related jobs gender ratio
We compared franchise owners with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, district commercial superintendent and street superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant To General Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Manager Stylist | 9% | 91% |
| Salon Manager | 12% | 88% |
| Franchise Owner | 69% | 31% |
| General Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| Street Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| District Commercial Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
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Franchise Owner demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among franchise owners is White, which makes up 67.2% of all franchise owners. Comparatively, 15.4% of franchise owners are Hispanic or Latino and 6.4% of franchise owners are Asian.
- White, 67.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.4%
- Asian, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 6.2%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Franchise Owner Race
| Franchise Owner Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.4% |
| Asian | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Franchise Owner race and ethnicity over time
See how franchise owner 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
Franchise Owner race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.85% | 6.34% | 5.30% | 11.21% |
| 2011 | 74.69% | 6.50% | 5.32% | 10.92% |
| 2012 | 74.35% | 6.07% | 5.46% | 12.00% |
| 2013 | 74.85% | 5.89% | 5.50% | 11.36% |
| 2014 | 73.74% | 5.86% | 5.40% | 12.72% |
| 2015 | 73.76% | 5.93% | 5.34% | 12.64% |
| 2016 | 71.43% | 6.44% | 5.79% | 13.85% |
| 2017 | 72.78% | 5.92% | 5.53% | 13.35% |
| 2018 | 72.35% | 5.69% | 6.10% | 13.22% |
| 2019 | 70.96% | 5.97% | 6.14% | 14.29% |
| 2020 | 69.21% | 6.00% | 5.79% | 14.18% |
| 2021 | 67.15% | 6.24% | 6.41% | 15.38% |
Franchise Owner wage gap by race
According to our data, asian franchise owners have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american franchise owners have the lowest average salary at $49,441.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,234 |
| White | $51,258 |
| Black or African American | $49,441 |
| Asian | $51,699 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $50,602 |
Average franchise owner age
See how the average age of franchise owners varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Franchise Owner age by race and gender
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 45 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 43 | 41 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 40 |
| White | 45 | 44 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 43 | 44 |
Franchise Owner age breakdown
The average age of franchise owners is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the franchise owner population.
Franchise Owner age breakdown
| Franchise Owner Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Franchise Owner educational attainment
The most common degree for franchise owners is bachelor's degree, with 62% of franchise owners earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- Associate, 15%
- Master's, 9%
- High School Diploma, 7%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Franchise Owners by degree level
| Franchise Owner Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Master's | 9% |
| High School Diploma | 7% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Franchise Owner wage gap by degree level
According to the data, franchise owners with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $57,176 annually. With a Doctorate degree, franchise owners earn a median annual income of $56,001 compared to $52,653 for franchise owners with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $57,176 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,052 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,653 |
| Doctorate Degree | $56,001 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,848 |
Franchise Owner employment statistics
Most franchise owners work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where franchise owners work
Below, you can see the size of companies where franchise owners work.
Franchise Owner jobs by employer size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 16% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Franchise Owner jobs by company type
Employees with the franchise owner job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most franchise owners prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Franchise Owner jobs by sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 14% |
| Private | 83% |
Franchise Owner jobs by industry
The most common industries for franchise owners are hospitality, professional and manufacturing.
Franchise Owner industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 19% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Media | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Franchise Owner turnover and employment statistics
Franchise Owner unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for franchise owners between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Unemployment rate
Franchise Owner unemployment rate by year
| Year | Franchise Owner Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.02% |
| 2011 | 5.17% |
| 2012 | 4.50% |
| 2013 | 3.74% |
| 2014 | 3.19% |
| 2015 | 2.83% |
| 2016 | 2.57% |
| 2017 | 2.68% |
| 2018 | 2.15% |
| 2019 | 2.22% |
| 2020 | 3.68% |
| 2021 | 4.01% |
Average franchise owner tenure
The average franchise owner stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,914 franchise owners resumes in Zippia's database.
Franchise Owner tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 6% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 21% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 20% |
Franchise Owner LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of franchise owners 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Director | 7.93% | 52,849 |
| Program Manager | 8.41% | 197,556 |
| Department Sales Manager | 9.38% | 297,625 |
| Franchise Owner | 10.39% | - |
| Chief Information Officer | 11.63% | 124,678 |
| Talent Acquisition Manager | 13.02% | 26,512 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Similar franchise owner jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Director | 7.93% | 52,849 |
| Program Manager | 8.41% | 197,556 |
| Department Sales Manager | 9.38% | 297,625 |
| Chief Information Officer | 11.63% | 124,678 |
| Talent Acquisition Manager | 13.02% | 26,512 |
| Advertising Manager | 14.95% | 43,083 |
Foreign languages spoken by franchise owners
The most common foreign language among franchise owners is Spanish at 61.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 5.0% and French is the third-most popular at 4.3%.
- Spanish, 61.2%
- German, 5.0%
- French, 4.3%
- Chinese, 3.6%
- Italian, 3.6%
- Other, 22.3%
Franchise Owner languages spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 61.2% |
| German | 5.0% |
| French | 4.3% |
| Chinese | 3.6% |
| Italian | 3.6% |
| Other | 22.3% |
