Buildings and grounds superintendent demographics and statistics in the US
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Buildings and grounds superintendent gender statistics
9.0% of buildings and grounds superintendents are women and 91.0% of buildings and grounds superintendents are men.
- Male, 91.0%
- Female, 9.0%
Buildings and grounds superintendent gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.0% |
| Female | 9.0% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,175
Female income
$35,118
Buildings and grounds superintendent gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in buildings and grounds superintendent positions over time. Currently, 9.0% of buildings and grounds superintendents are female.
Buildings and grounds superintendent gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.34% | 5.66% |
| 2011 | 93.89% | 6.11% |
| 2012 | 92.67% | 7.33% |
| 2013 | 92.26% | 7.74% |
| 2014 | 93.69% | 6.31% |
| 2015 | 92.37% | 7.63% |
| 2016 | 94.22% | 5.78% |
| 2017 | 92.21% | 7.79% |
| 2018 | 92.31% | 7.69% |
| 2019 | 90.09% | 9.91% |
| 2020 | 91.42% | 8.58% |
| 2021 | 91.00% | 9.00% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent related jobs gender ratio
We compared buildings and grounds superintendents with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, millwright supervisor and machine repairman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mender | 16% | 84% |
| Hydraulic Press Servicer | 22% | 78% |
| Assigner | 34% | 66% |
| Buildings And Grounds Superintendent | 91% | 9% |
| Flooring Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Machine Repairman | 100% | 0% |
| Millwright Supervisor | 100% | 0% |
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Buildings and grounds superintendent demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among buildings and grounds superintendents is White, which makes up 62.5% of all buildings and grounds superintendents. Comparatively, 15.5% of buildings and grounds superintendents are Hispanic or Latino and 11.2% of buildings and grounds superintendents are Black or African American.
- White, 62.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.5%
- Black or African American, 11.2%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Buildings and grounds superintendent race
| Buildings and grounds superintendent race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.5% |
| Black or African American | 11.2% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent race and ethnicity over time
See how buildings and grounds superintendent racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Buildings and grounds superintendent race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.75% | 12.08% | 3.84% | 12.70% |
| 2011 | 68.07% | 12.08% | 3.91% | 12.88% |
| 2012 | 68.05% | 11.53% | 4.17% | 13.25% |
| 2013 | 69.05% | 11.15% | 3.95% | 12.98% |
| 2014 | 69.49% | 10.74% | 4.06% | 12.92% |
| 2015 | 68.59% | 11.11% | 3.83% | 13.69% |
| 2016 | 67.65% | 10.39% | 4.08% | 14.56% |
| 2017 | 68.82% | 10.84% | 3.87% | 13.76% |
| 2018 | 68.56% | 10.63% | 4.13% | 13.91% |
| 2019 | 67.25% | 10.59% | 4.63% | 14.41% |
| 2020 | 63.68% | 11.15% | 4.08% | 15.58% |
| 2021 | 62.54% | 11.21% | 5.12% | 15.50% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent wage gap by race
According to our data, white buildings and grounds superintendents have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american buildings and grounds superintendents have the lowest average salary at $36,400.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $36,948 |
| White | $40,053 |
| Black or African American | $36,400 |
| Asian | $39,127 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,467 |
Average buildings and grounds superintendent age
See how the average age of buildings and grounds superintendents varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Buildings and grounds superintendent age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 51 | 38 |
| Unknown | 45 | 50 |
| Asian | 50 | 48 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | 46 |
| White | 49 | 46 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 50 |
Buildings and grounds superintendent age breakdown
The average age of buildings and grounds superintendents is 40+ years years old, representing 70% of the buildings and grounds superintendent population.
Buildings and grounds superintendent age breakdown
| Buildings And Grounds Superintendent Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 70% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent educational attainment
The most common degree for buildings and grounds superintendents is high school diploma, with 34% of buildings and grounds superintendents earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 28% and bachelor's degree degree at 21%.
- High School Diploma, 34%
- Bachelor's, 28%
- Associate, 21%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Buildings and grounds superintendents by degree level
| Buildings and grounds superintendent degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 34% |
| Bachelor's | 28% |
| Associate | 21% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Buildings and grounds superintendent wage gap by degree level
According to the data, buildings and grounds superintendents with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $41,852 annually. With a Associate degree, buildings and grounds superintendents earn a median annual income of $40,423 compared to $37,520 for buildings and grounds superintendents with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,520 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,852 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $40,423 |
Buildings and grounds superintendent employment statistics
Most buildings and grounds superintendents work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where buildings and grounds superintendents work
Below, you can see the size of companies where buildings and grounds superintendents work.
Buildings and grounds superintendent jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 31% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent jobs by company type
Employees with the buildings and grounds superintendent job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most buildings and grounds superintendents prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Buildings and grounds superintendent jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 42% |
| Public | 7% |
| Private | 33% |
| Government | 17% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent jobs by industry
The most common industries for buildings and grounds superintendents are education, government and professional.
Buildings and grounds superintendent industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 37% |
| Government | 15% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent turnover and employment statistics
Buildings and grounds superintendent unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for buildings and grounds superintendents between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Buildings and grounds superintendent unemployment rate by year
| Year | Buildings and grounds superintendent unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.56% |
| 2011 | 6.50% |
| 2012 | 5.56% |
| 2013 | 4.65% |
| 2014 | 3.96% |
| 2015 | 3.77% |
| 2016 | 3.13% |
| 2017 | 3.00% |
| 2018 | 2.08% |
| 2019 | 2.11% |
| 2020 | 3.84% |
| 2021 | 3.43% |
Average buildings and grounds superintendent tenure
The average buildings and grounds superintendent stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,079 buildings and grounds superintendents resumes in Zippia's database.
Buildings and grounds superintendent tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Buildings and grounds superintendent LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of buildings and grounds superintendents 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hvac Technician | 1.73% | 86,709 |
| Manufacturing Millwright | 2.00% | 28,590 |
| Buildings And Grounds Superintendent | 2.21% | - |
| Vault Service Mechanic | 3.52% | 40,813 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Home Appliances Mechanic | 3.71% | 72,689 |
| Camera Assistant | 8.86% | 240 |
Similar buildings and grounds superintendent jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Hvac Technician | 1.73% | 86,709 |
| Manufacturing Millwright | 2.00% | 28,590 |
| Vault Service Mechanic | 3.52% | 40,813 |
| Pinsetter Mechanic Helper | 3.67% | 46,601 |
| Home Appliances Mechanic | 3.71% | 72,689 |
| Camera Assistant | 8.86% | 240 |
Foreign languages spoken by buildings and grounds superintendents
The most common foreign language among buildings and grounds superintendents is Spanish at 46.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 26.7% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 6.7%.
- Spanish, 46.7%
- French, 26.7%
- Portuguese, 6.7%
- Norwegian, 6.7%
- Tongan, 6.7%
- Other, 6.5%
Buildings and grounds superintendent languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 46.7% |
| French | 26.7% |
| Portuguese | 6.7% |
| Norwegian | 6.7% |
| Tongan | 6.7% |
| Other | 6.5% |
