Demographics of Vaping

[realsis]

If what your saying (which I'm not sure) but it sounds like your saying vaping is concentrated to one area? Or a lower class? I'm not sure which but here in California that's just not the case. All different types of people vape. Young, old, men, women. And it's certainly not just in the lower class. (If that's what your saying and putting people in classes) upper, middle, lower, north south east and west there are people who vape.most ex smokers looking for a better way. So I have to disagree that it's only a certain demographic area. vaping isn't just for the people from the North or south. It's really a beautifully diverse community. It's really for all places and types. I'm a forty something white female and I vape. I live in a middle class neighborhood. Their are also vapers in high class areas, as well as lower .young and old alike. So no, vaping isn't just seen in any specific area or "class" of people. At leat not where I live in California there's not..it's really for everyone! And I love that! It's not narrowed down to a specific area or group. Where is it you live if you don't mind me asking? What have you seen that gives you the impression that it's only a specific area or group that vapes??

 

[choochoogranny]

We have 12 B&M's in the Chattanooga area, and I try to stop by each one of them every month to check out their juices and hardware. Being that I'm one of those "old" people, was worried at first that my age would prevent anyone taking me seriously. I worried over nothing! By golly those "kids" were so pleasant and eager to help me that I always left their shop feeling really good. Mind you, I always do my research here at ECF as far as hardware is concerned and have my folder with me full of notes!

Have noticed more the 20 to 30 somethings, with a sprinkling of 40 to 50's, and a rare 60 to 70's. Course, the smokes might tend to weed out us oldsters. After all, aren't they suppose to be bad for your longevity?

If you have a chance, go to a vape meet. You'll get a better idea......then again, maybe not. Older people don't have the urge to socialize as much or have other more urgent activities having to do with their children......or maybe they're just whipped after a week of work and family duties.......O-o-o-oh, to be young and energized again!

Anywho, anywhere even older hubby and I have gone concerning vaping has been a congenial and happy occasion no matter what age we interact with. Looks like everyone wants this vaping journey to work; and no matter the age or backgroound, we're in it together.

 

[Robino1]

um hum, 53 year old grandma here. I can even use a computer and cell phone and tablet....

 

[Yankez]

um hum, 53 year old grandma here. I can even use a computer and cell phone and tablet....

And if those fail you still have the ability to pick up and pen and paper and write. Seems to be a dying art in the technology dependent world we live in today. And I'm willing to bet that you can also add 2 and 2 without the need of a calculator.

This is in no way a slam towards you. Merely an everyday observation as to how technology seems to be " dumbing down " society in today's world

 

[Caridwen]

Let me first start by saying that I beg of everyone not to turn this into any sort of hate thing in the slightest. I merely made an observation and realize that I am not in all areas of the country so they layout is probably different. Mods...if it gets out of hand...feel free to do what you need to do.

So, I have been on the forum for a little while now and have noticed some things as far as it pertains to demographics. Additionally, out in public I have seen a very similar sampling and was curious what everyone else is seeing out there. From what I have seen we all seem to fit a fairly narrow demographic majorily (I surely realize that there are exceptions to all of this). Has anyone noticed this phenomenon in their own local vaping community and here on the forums as well? If so, why do you think this is? Perhaps it is as simple as the fact that certain demographics ARE indeed vaping, but just not the type to get on forums and talk about it, lol.

It concerns me for a variety of reasons that it does not seem so diverse as it should. For starters, EVERY SMOKER, regardless of race, nationality, creed, etc. should know the benefits and encouraged to seek if vaping is something they want to try.

Also, the more diverse the movement for freedom in vaping, the better - as with any cause. Otherwise the impact is seen as less for bans and regulations.

Thoughts?

Mike

I think this is very interesting. I've wondered about this myself.

 

[Iffy]

First of all, any ECF polls here ARE NOT indicative of general demographic vaping!

Second, out of da near 50 folk I've assisted/v-verted, only a VERY few are ECF members.

Thirdly, almost all of my personal vaping contacts are working young folk, some raising families, that don't have the time nor interest in cyber-$hopping to save monies in that they're just da-um glad to be off da 'bakky, $aving and will buy their hardware/joose locally; in spite of my offers to save 'em more.

As far as to local 'out-in-da-wild' observations, I've spotted mostly under 30s males. Da rest being evenly distributed over gender and upper age groups. Locally, I would give our in-da-wild older females da edge vs. males.

My observations are based upon being an older (67) rabid vaper that daily interfaces with many younger (18-25) folk.

Been vaping three years now and will say that it's encouraging that time and dat vaping evolution has made a big diff!

Not sure if this helps/answers da OP. Just glad we're here nonetheless!

 

[Iffy]

um hum, 53 year old grandma here. I can even use a computer and cell phone and tablet....

Show off...!

 

[Caridwen]

True Iffy-

They do have the demographics of smokers, but as far as vaping... not really at this point.
CDC - Fact Sheet - Adult Cigarette Smoking in the United States - Smoking & Tobacco Use

 

[Robino1]

Show off...!

 

[FlamingoTutu]

Hate to post in the middle of a smiley war but I’m a couple of years older than Robino and also female.

 

[Storemyace]

I apologize. I didn't intend it to be vague. Basically what I am saying is what is everyone seeing in terms of sex, age, race, etc. (i.e. demographics) of those who are vaping because it seems to me that what I have observed in my corner of space and time is that it seems to be a lot of the same...not very diverse. I was wondering if this is just a matter of small sample size or how it really is. And IF my observations are shared by others, why do you think that is?

15 - 18 year old range
Caucasian Males
Most of them vaping that I know personally, never previously smoked anologs.

 

[RAAng]

56 year old liberal female here. I don't know anyone who vapes and I've never seen anybody vaping. I dunno, maybe it just hasn't gotten big around here yet - Philadelphia suburbs. Or maybe everyone is a closet vapor.

Tried to get my 80-year-old father who smokes like a chimney interested, but he was having none of it.

 

[GeorgeWachsmuth]

I'm 55....all the vapers I know are 22 to 66.....mostly in the 22 to 66 year range. Some are tattooed..some dress all in black..some wear overalls and jeans....some wear suits...some are highly educated..some dropped out of high school...some have been in jail....some were cops...some are ministers....some are moms and dads..some are single...

 

[tidegirl]

We have a ton of vape shops here, so I see a ton of vapers on the wild. You pretty much can't go out in public without seeing another vaper in these parts.

I see a lot of men and women, all ages.

If OP is hinting at a limitation of ethnic groups vaping, it does seem that it is mostly Caucasian vapers around here. Which is sad, everyone deserves to break free from cigs!

 

[alisa1970]

Hate to post in the middle of a smiley war but I’m a couple of years older than Robino and also female.

I see the cell phone and tablet references are conspicuously absent....

 

[GeorgeWachsmuth]

We have a ton of vape shops here, so I see a ton of vapers on the wild. You pretty much can't go out in public without seeing another vaper in these parts.

I see a lot of men and women, all ages.

If OP is hinting at a limitation of ethnic groups vaping, it does seem that it is mostly Caucasian vapers around here. Which is sad, everyone deserves to break free from cigs!

Shoot...Twisted with 420(one of my vid people) looks just like a guy who helped turn me on to vaping..

 

[shelzmike]

We have a ton of vape shops here, so I see a ton of vapers on the wild. You pretty much can't go out in public without seeing another vaper in these parts.

I see a lot of men and women, all ages.

If OP is hinting at a limitation of ethnic groups vaping, it does seem that it is mostly Caucasian vapers around here. Which is sad, everyone deserves to break free from cigs!

Bingo...I intentionally was a bit vague to get the discussion started and flowing without any precursors. I DO understand that demographics are not reconciled via a forum post or general observations; however, there is definite correlation to observation and actual demographic studies. The problem that I see here is that this seems to be predominately a white activity at the moment, and I think this is not only sad (as mentioned, EVERY SMOKER should be vaping) but I also think that the more diverse vaping becomes, the more clout we have with the general public, as with anything really. If this is perceived to be disproportionate usage with minorities there is a possibility that the scope of benefit is limited.

Ironically enough, what got me started thinking about this is that I was in the mall yesterday with the family and I noticed someone vaping in the mall, it was a black guy who was vaping some sort of mini box pv walking through the atrium. Initially and only very briefly I was surprised..then immediately thought, "why does that surprise me?". That is what got me thinking about how there is an alarming amount of under-representation of minorities who vape that has been observed. Vaping should not be any sort of cultural thing and hope that as time goes by we will see more and more smokers of all backgrounds come to vaping.

Anecdotally, the guy that actually turned me onto vaping and taught me a lot was a black guy at work; however, these are the only two I have ever encountered and I can honestly say that I have seen no other minorities vaping at all. I really hope that changes sooner than later.

Mike

 

[FlamingoTutu]

I see the cell phone and tablet references are conspicuously absent....

Clamshell and a Kindle count?

 

[Zach904]

Other than twisted420, I cant think of another time I have seen a black person vaping. Its a bit odd, my favorite vape shop is right smack in the middle of a predominantly black community. The majority of vapers I run into are usually younger white males, most with an excessive amount of visible piercings and tattoos. But I also see plenty of older vapers, as well as women, just not as many. The vaping culture seems to be mostly white, followed by Asian.

 

[leerm8680]

The demographic of the Vaper in Afghanistan is a little skewed at best. Not many in the 18-25 age group to begin with. Very few females. Majority are middle aged males. Most races are represented - I've seen Asian-Subcontinent Indians vaping, but not the Native American Indians. It has become rather popular among the contractors over here.

The one thing I am absolutly certain about is that the 45-50 year old male, asian demographic that grew up in my parent's house is vaping at the 100% mark.

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All the vapists I've ever been in contact with are communists. We are united, and have dedicated every effort to overthrowing the Harding administration. We will succeed.

Down with Harding!!!111

(Love this quote)