Career Impact Data
Divorce Rates by Profession
Your career significantly impacts your marriage stability. Gaming managers have the highest divorce rate at 52.9%, while actuaries have the lowest at 17%. Understanding these patterns can help couples navigate career-related stress.
Professions with irregular hours, high stress, and alcohol exposure have significantly higher divorce rates. Education level and income stability are protective factors.
Highest Rate Profession
Gaming Managers52.9%
Casino/gambling industry
Lowest Rate Profession
Actuaries17%
Risk assessment mindset
Healthcare Average
29.2%divorce rate
High stress, long hours
Blue Collar Average
35.4%divorce rate
Physical demands, travel
Professions with Highest Divorce Rates
These professions have divorce rates significantly above the national average of 35%. Common factors include irregular hours, travel, high stress, and alcohol exposure.
| Profession | Divorce Rate | Category | Stress Level | Avg Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming Managers | 52.9% | Entertainment | Very High | $75,000 |
| Bartenders | 52.7% | Hospitality | High | $28,000 |
| Flight Attendants | 50.5% | Transportation | High | $62,000 |
| Gaming Service Workers | 48.3% | Entertainment | High | $26,000 |
| Rolling Machine Operators | 46.6% | Manufacturing | Medium | $38,000 |
| Switchboard Operators | 43.2% | Administration | Medium | $32,000 |
| Telemarketers | 42.1% | Sales | High | $27,000 |
| Massage Therapists | 38.2% | Healthcare | Medium | $46,000 |
| Nursing Assistants | 35.3% | Healthcare | High | $31,000 |
| Home Health Aides | 34.8% | Healthcare | High | $28,000 |
Professions with Lowest Divorce Rates
These professions have divorce rates well below the national average. Protective factors include education, stable schedules, and analytical mindsets.
| Profession | Divorce Rate | Category | Protective Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actuaries | 17% | Finance | Analytical mindset |
| Physical Scientists | 18.9% | Science | Education level |
| Medical Scientists | 19.6% | Healthcare | Career stability |
| Clergy | 19.8% | Religious | Community support |
| Software Developers | 20.3% | Technology | Remote flexibility |
| Physical Therapists | 20.7% | Healthcare | Regular hours |
| Optometrists | 20.8% | Healthcare | Work-life balance |
| Podiatrists | 20.9% | Healthcare | Schedule control |
| Agricultural Engineers | 21.2% | Engineering | Rural lifestyle |
| Nuclear Engineers | 21.5% | Engineering | Stable careers |
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Divorce Rates by Industry Category
Industry-wide averages show clear patterns. Entertainment and hospitality have the highest rates, while science and technology have the lowest.
Entertainment/Gaming
49.3%
Hospitality/Food Service
43.8%
Transportation
38.7%
Healthcare (Non-MD)
33.2%
Manufacturing
32.5%
Military/Law Enforcement
30.4%
Education
25.6%
Finance/Insurance
23.8%
Technology
22.4%
Science/Research
19.5%
Career Risk Factors for Divorce
Certain job characteristics significantly increase divorce risk. Understanding these factors can help couples proactively address challenges.
| Risk Factor | Impact on Divorce Rate | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Irregular/Night Shifts | +35% | Disrupts family routines and time together |
| Travel Requirements | +28% | Extended time away from home |
| High Stress Environment | +25% | Workplace stress affects home life |
| Low Income Stability | +22% | Financial stress strains relationships |
| Alcohol-Related Work | +40% | Bartenders, gaming workers at high risk |
| Customer-Facing Roles | +15% | Emotional labor depletes relationships |
How Splitifi Uses This Data
Splitifi's AI considers profession-specific factors when providing personalized divorce guidance. We understand that a nurse's divorce looks different from a software developer's, and we tailor our support accordingly.
- Profession-aware financial planning tools
- Schedule flexibility considerations for custody
- Industry-specific asset division guidance
- Career transition support during divorce
Frequently Asked Questions
Which profession has the highest divorce rate?
Gaming managers have the highest divorce rate at 52.9%, followed closely by bartenders (52.7%) and flight attendants (50.5%). These professions share common risk factors: irregular hours, high stress, and exposure to alcohol.
Which profession has the lowest divorce rate?
Actuaries have the lowest divorce rate at 17%, followed by physical scientists (18.9%) and medical scientists (19.6%). These professions tend to attract analytical, risk-averse individuals with advanced education.
Do doctors have high divorce rates?
Contrary to popular belief, physicians have relatively low divorce rates (24.3%), below the national average. However, certain medical specialties like emergency medicine and surgery have higher rates due to demanding schedules. Nurses and healthcare aides have higher rates than doctors.
How does income affect divorce rates by profession?
Income alone isn't the primary factor - bartenders ($28K) and gaming managers ($75K) both have high divorce rates. Schedule flexibility, work stress, and time available for family matter more than raw income. Financial instability does increase divorce risk by about 22%.
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Splitifi. "Divorce Rates by Profession: Career Impact on Marriage Stability." Splitifi.com, February 2026, https://www.mysplitifi.com/statistics/divorce-by-professionData sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Journal of Marriage and Family Research. Updated annually.