GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Survivor Applicants Statistics

The majority of Survivor applicants are in their mid-20s to mid-30s, come from diverse professional backgrounds, and display a high level of passion for the game.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the fascinating statistics surrounding Survivor applicants and the rigorous selection process they undergo. From the impressive number of applications received to the demographic trends among candidates, these statistics provide a glimpse into the competitive world of reality TV casting. Let’s dive into the numbers behind the scenes of this iconic show.

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"Survivor applicants must be U.S. citizens and live in the U.S."

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"In 2001, the show attracted 50,000 applicants."

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"Following the first season, Survivor applications increased by 25%"

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"Only around 0.032% of applicants get through each season."

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"The youngest Survivor applicant to ever win was 21 years old."

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"Season 2 saw an application count close to 49,000."

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"The CBS network gets more than 10,000 applications every time they open the registration process."

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"The application process for Survivor once reached a record-high of 75,000 applicants."

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"Out of all Survivor applicants, currently, only around 590 people have competed on the show."

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"Survivor applications saw a significant increase from 6,000 in Season 1 to about 50,000 in Season 2."

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"The oldest applicant ever to appear on Survivor was 75 years old."

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""Survivor: Australia" received over 48,000 applications."

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"To date, the average age of Survivor applicants who make it onto the show is 33 years old."

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"During the peak of Survivor's popularity in seasons 2 and 3, it's estimated that over 50,000 applications were received per season."

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"Mock audition tapes sent in for Survivor applications total over 20,000 annually."

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"The chances of an applicant getting onto Survivor is estimated to be about 1 in 500."

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"The first two days of sending in applications for Survivor has seen responses in excess of 15,000."

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"Female applicants comprise approximately 47% of all Survivor applications."

In conclusion, the statistics surrounding Survivor applicants reveal a highly competitive and diverse pool of individuals vying for a chance to compete on the show. From the significant increase in applications over the years to the varying ages of applicants, it is clear that Survivor attracts a wide range of individuals from across the country. Despite the large number of applicants, only a small fraction actually make it onto the show, highlighting the rigorous selection process and the strong desire of contestants to participate in this reality TV phenomenon. The data also shed light on the gender distribution among applicants and the odds of securing a spot on Survivor, offering insights into the dynamics of the application process and the show’s appeal to a broad audience.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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