Buildings and grounds manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Buildings and grounds manager gender statistics
6.1% of buildings and grounds managers are women and 93.9% of buildings and grounds managers are men.
- Male, 93.9%
- Female, 6.1%
Buildings and grounds manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 93.9% |
| Female | 6.1% |
Buildings and grounds manager gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,157
Female income
$38,734
Buildings and grounds manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in buildings and grounds manager positions over time. Currently, 6.1% of buildings and grounds managers are female.
Buildings and grounds manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.81% | 5.19% |
| 2011 | 94.45% | 5.55% |
| 2012 | 95.11% | 4.89% |
| 2013 | 94.62% | 5.38% |
| 2014 | 94.85% | 5.15% |
| 2015 | 95.15% | 4.85% |
| 2016 | 94.95% | 5.05% |
| 2017 | 95.02% | 4.98% |
| 2018 | 94.94% | 5.06% |
| 2019 | 94.54% | 5.46% |
| 2020 | 94.79% | 5.21% |
| 2021 | 93.88% | 6.12% |
Buildings and grounds manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared buildings and grounds managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Buildings And Grounds Manager | 94% | 6% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Buildings and grounds manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among buildings and grounds managers is White, which makes up 66.4% of all buildings and grounds managers. Comparatively, 13.4% of buildings and grounds managers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.7% of buildings and grounds managers are Black or African American.
- White, 66.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.4%
- Black or African American, 9.7%
- Asian, 5.6%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Buildings and grounds manager race
| Buildings and grounds manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Asian | 5.6% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Buildings and grounds manager race and ethnicity over time
See how buildings and grounds manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Buildings and grounds manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.30% | 10.11% | 4.74% | 10.44% |
| 2011 | 72.37% | 10.12% | 4.30% | 10.73% |
| 2012 | 72.43% | 10.15% | 4.48% | 10.38% |
| 2013 | 71.67% | 10.06% | 4.73% | 11.09% |
| 2014 | 70.73% | 10.23% | 4.78% | 11.40% |
| 2015 | 70.55% | 10.75% | 5.20% | 10.84% |
| 2016 | 70.24% | 9.78% | 5.29% | 11.57% |
| 2017 | 69.72% | 10.54% | 5.49% | 11.44% |
| 2018 | 69.72% | 9.58% | 5.35% | 12.41% |
| 2019 | 69.50% | 9.52% | 5.14% | 13.19% |
| 2020 | 67.09% | 10.09% | 5.22% | 12.82% |
| 2021 | 66.42% | 9.72% | 5.61% | 13.44% |
Buildings and grounds manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian buildings and grounds managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino buildings and grounds managers have the lowest average salary at $41,121.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,462 |
| White | $42,036 |
| Black or African American | $42,236 |
| Asian | $42,954 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,121 |
Average buildings and grounds manager age
See how the average age of buildings and grounds managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Buildings and grounds manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 51 | 48.5 |
| Unknown | 41.5 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 42 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 46 | 45 |
| White | 49 | 50 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 |
Buildings and grounds manager age breakdown
The average age of buildings and grounds managers is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the buildings and grounds manager population.
Buildings and grounds manager age breakdown
| Buildings And Grounds Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Buildings and grounds manager educational attainment
The most common degree for buildings and grounds managers is bachelor's degree, with 53% of buildings and grounds managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 21% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 53%
- Associate, 21%
- High School Diploma, 19%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Buildings and grounds managers by degree level
| Buildings and grounds manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 53% |
| Associate | 21% |
| High School Diploma | 19% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Buildings and grounds manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, buildings and grounds managers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $51,558 annually. With a Master's degree, buildings and grounds managers earn a median annual income of $50,930 compared to $44,598 for buildings and grounds managers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,930 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,038 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,598 |
| Doctorate Degree | $51,558 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,456 |
Buildings and grounds manager employment statistics
Most buildings and grounds managers work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where buildings and grounds managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where buildings and grounds managers work.
Buildings and grounds manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 23% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 13% |
Buildings and grounds manager jobs by company type
Employees with the buildings and grounds manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most buildings and grounds managers prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Buildings and grounds manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 44% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 35% |
| Government | 8% |
Buildings and grounds manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for buildings and grounds managers are education, non profits and manufacturing.
Buildings and grounds manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 34% |
| Non Profits | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Government | 5% |
| Health Care | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Buildings and grounds manager turnover and employment statistics
Buildings and grounds manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for buildings and grounds managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Buildings and grounds manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Buildings and grounds manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.03% |
| 2011 | 5.88% |
| 2012 | 4.45% |
| 2013 | 4.53% |
| 2014 | 3.30% |
| 2015 | 2.70% |
| 2016 | 2.61% |
| 2017 | 2.27% |
| 2018 | 2.56% |
| 2019 | 2.19% |
| 2020 | 3.63% |
| 2021 | 3.50% |
Average buildings and grounds manager tenure
The average buildings and grounds manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 212 buildings and grounds managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Buildings and grounds manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 7% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 27% |
Buildings and grounds manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of buildings and grounds managers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Freelance Project Manager | 4.08% | 128,931 |
| Casino Shift Manager | 8.19% | 59,202 |
| Postal Superintendent | 9.30% | 14,541 |
| Buildings And Grounds Manager | 11.54% | - |
| Clinical Program Manager | 11.66% | 159,239 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator | 14.16% | 52,927 |
| College Or University Department Head | 16.20% | 38,019 |
Similar buildings and grounds manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Freelance Project Manager | 4.08% | 128,931 |
| Casino Shift Manager | 8.19% | 59,202 |
| Postal Superintendent | 9.30% | 14,541 |
| Clinical Program Manager | 11.66% | 159,239 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator | 14.16% | 52,927 |
| College Or University Department Head | 16.20% | 38,019 |
Foreign languages spoken by buildings and grounds managers
- Spanish, 100.0%
Buildings and grounds manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |