Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for assistant superintendents in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 22,093 assistant superintendents currently employed in the United States.
- 9.3% of all assistant superintendents are women, while 90.7% are men.
- The average age of an employed assistant superintendent is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of assistant superintendents is White (66.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.8%), Black or African American (5.9%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- Assistant superintendents are most in-demand in Denver, CO.
- The professional industry is the highest-paying for assistant superintendents.
- New York, NY pays an annual average wage of $111,282, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 84% of what men earned.
- 2% of all assistant superintendents are LGBT.
- California is the best state for assistant superintendents to live.
- Assistant superintendents are 77% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Assistant Superintendent Statistics By Gender
9.3% of assistant superintendents are women and 90.7% of assistant superintendents are men.
- Male, 90.7%
- Female, 9.3%
Assistant Superintendents By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.7% |
| Female | 9.3% |
Gender Pay Gap For Assistant Superintendent
Women Earn 84ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Assistant Superintendent Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the assistant superintendent position over time.
Assistant Superintendent Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.60% | 6.40% |
| 2011 | 93.80% | 6.20% |
| 2012 | 93.56% | 6.44% |
| 2013 | 93.88% | 6.12% |
| 2014 | 94.57% | 5.43% |
| 2015 | 92.50% | 7.50% |
| 2016 | 93.35% | 6.65% |
| 2017 | 91.98% | 8.02% |
| 2018 | 91.08% | 8.92% |
| 2019 | 93.90% | 6.10% |
| 2020 | 92.12% | 7.88% |
| 2021 | 90.74% | 9.26% |
Assistant Superintendent Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, mason foreman/superintendant and fence installer foreman have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| House Supervisor | 32% | 68% |
| Sign Builder Supervisor | 34% | 66% |
| Assistant Superintendent | 91% | 9% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
Assistant Superintendent Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among assistant superintendents is White, which makes up 66.8% of all assistant superintendents. Comparatively, there are 20.8% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 5.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 66.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.8%
- Black or African American, 5.9%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Assistant Superintendent Race
| Assistant Superintendent Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.8% |
| Black or African American | 5.9% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Assistant Superintendent Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among assistant superintendents.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Assistant Superintendent Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.41% | 5.63% | 1.21% | 13.53% |
| 2011 | 76.19% | 6.59% | 1.18% | 13.53% |
| 2012 | 76.84% | 5.95% | 1.37% | 13.36% |
| 2013 | 76.68% | 5.51% | 1.14% | 14.13% |
| 2014 | 75.26% | 5.89% | 1.15% | 15.12% |
| 2015 | 75.63% | 5.89% | 1.31% | 14.67% |
| 2016 | 74.52% | 5.99% | 1.23% | 15.92% |
| 2017 | 73.16% | 6.33% | 1.07% | 16.78% |
| 2018 | 72.97% | 5.50% | 1.29% | 17.91% |
| 2019 | 71.32% | 5.91% | 1.37% | 18.64% |
| 2020 | 69.69% | 6.26% | 1.22% | 18.13% |
| 2021 | 66.82% | 5.90% | 1.46% | 20.82% |
Assistant Superintendent Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $77,127 |
| White | $82,031 |
| Black or African American | $72,299 |
| Asian | $86,312 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $77,107 |
Average Age of an Assistant Superintendent
We determined the average age of assistant superintendents based on ethnicity and gender.
Assistant Superintendent Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 40 |
| Unknown | 44 | |
| Asian | 48 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 44.5 |
| White | 47 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Assistant Superintendent Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of assistant superintendent employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of assistant superintendents is 40+ years old, which represents 68% of the population.
Assistant Superintendent Age
| Assistant Superintendent Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Types of Assistant Superintendent Degree Levels
The most common degree for assistant superintendents is bachelor's degree 51% of assistant superintendents earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 22% and rounding it off is high school diploma with 12%.
- Bachelors, 51%
- Associate, 22%
- High School Diploma, 12%
- Masters, 8%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Assistant Superintendents By Education
| Assistant Superintendent Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 51% |
| Associate | 22% |
| High School Diploma | 12% |
| Masters | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Assistant Superintendent Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $76,110 |
| Master's Degree | $94,261 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $83,671 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $80,957 |
Assistant Superintendent Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where assistant superintendents work. We found most assistant superintendents work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most assistant superintendents is the construction industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire assistant superintendents.
Assistant Superintendent Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 22% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
The Types Of Companies Assistant Superintendent Work In
Employees with the assistant superintendent job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most assistant superintendents prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Assistant Superintendent Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 7% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 77% |
| Government | 6% |
Top Industries Hiring Assistant Superintendents
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ assistant superintendents. Those industries include construction, hospitality and real estate.
Assistant Superintendent Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 32% |
| Hospitality | 22% |
| Real Estate | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Assistant Superintendent Turnover And Employment Statistics
Assistant Superintendent Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of assistant superintendents changed.
- Unemployment rate
Assistant Superintendent Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Assistant Superintendent Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.78% |
| 2011 | 9.94% |
| 2012 | 7.61% |
| 2013 | 6.45% |
| 2014 | 4.25% |
| 2015 | 4.09% |
| 2016 | 3.74% |
| 2017 | 3.32% |
| 2018 | 3.03% |
| 2019 | 2.64% |
| 2020 | 4.62% |
| 2021 | 4.34% |
The Average Number of Years That Assistant Superintendent Stay in a Job
By looking over 10,020 assistant superintendents resumes, we figured out that the average assistant superintendent enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 39%.
Assistant Superintendent Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 39% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Assistant Superintendents with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to assistant superintendents.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Helper/Apprentice | 1.77% | 22,620 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Assistant Superintendent | 2.35% | - |
| Field Operator | 2.60% | 81,407 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Assistant Superintendent LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Helper/Apprentice | 1.77% | 22,620 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Field Operator | 2.60% | 81,407 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Assistant Superintendents
The most common foreign language among assistant superintendents is Spanish at 73.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 4.5% and German is the third-most popular at 3.0%.
- Spanish, 73.7%
- French, 4.5%
- German, 3.0%
- Italian, 2.0%
- Russian, 1.5%
- Other, 15.3%
Assistant Superintendent Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 73.7% |
| French | 4.5% |
| German | 3.0% |
| Italian | 2.0% |
| Russian | 1.5% |
| Other | 15.3% |
