Buildings and grounds supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Buildings and grounds supervisor gender statistics
3.0% of buildings and grounds supervisors are women and 97.0% of buildings and grounds supervisors are men.
- Male, 97.0%
- Female, 3.0%
Buildings and grounds supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 97.0% |
| Female | 3.0% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 83¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$44,615
Female income
$37,233
Buildings and grounds supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in buildings and grounds supervisor positions over time. Currently, 3.0% of buildings and grounds supervisors are female.
Buildings and grounds supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.75% | 3.25% |
| 2011 | 97.01% | 2.99% |
| 2012 | 97.72% | 2.28% |
| 2013 | 97.22% | 2.78% |
| 2014 | 96.91% | 3.09% |
| 2015 | 96.59% | 3.41% |
| 2016 | 97.13% | 2.87% |
| 2017 | 97.03% | 2.97% |
| 2018 | 97.06% | 2.94% |
| 2019 | 97.14% | 2.86% |
| 2020 | 97.00% | 3.00% |
| 2021 | 96.99% | 3.01% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared buildings and grounds supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, irrigation supervisor and buildings and grounds supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Home Restoration Service Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| House Cleaner Supervisor | 22% | 78% |
| Room Inspector | 23% | 77% |
| Irrigation Manager | 96% | 4% |
| Buildings And Grounds Supervisor | 97% | 3% |
| Irrigation Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
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Buildings and grounds supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among buildings and grounds supervisors is White, which makes up 68.1% of all buildings and grounds supervisors. Comparatively, 14.2% of buildings and grounds supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.9% of buildings and grounds supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 68.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 7.9%
- Unknown, 5.5%
- Asian, 3.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Buildings and grounds supervisor race
| Buildings and grounds supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 5.5% |
| Asian | 3.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how buildings and grounds supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Buildings and grounds supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.90% | 10.39% | 3.39% | 12.51% |
| 2011 | 71.09% | 11.93% | 3.99% | 10.19% |
| 2012 | 69.98% | 9.90% | 3.74% | 12.72% |
| 2013 | 70.31% | 10.63% | 3.09% | 12.81% |
| 2014 | 68.88% | 11.69% | 3.24% | 13.81% |
| 2015 | 70.29% | 10.11% | 2.88% | 13.91% |
| 2016 | 72.40% | 8.84% | 3.33% | 11.95% |
| 2017 | 70.41% | 8.97% | 3.95% | 13.34% |
| 2018 | 71.90% | 7.49% | 3.19% | 13.82% |
| 2019 | 71.78% | 7.58% | 3.54% | 13.88% |
| 2020 | 67.07% | 8.22% | 3.99% | 14.08% |
| 2021 | 68.12% | 7.86% | 3.25% | 14.19% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white buildings and grounds supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Asian buildings and grounds supervisors have the lowest average salary at $43,147.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,064 |
| White | $46,494 |
| Black or African American | $44,098 |
| Asian | $43,147 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,347 |
Average buildings and grounds supervisor age
See how the average age of buildings and grounds supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Buildings and grounds supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 55 | 53 |
| Unknown | 50 | 48.5 |
| Asian | 41 | 54 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 46 |
| White | 52 | 52 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Buildings and grounds supervisor age breakdown
The average age of buildings and grounds supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 79% of the buildings and grounds supervisor population.
Buildings and grounds supervisor age breakdown
| Buildings And Grounds Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 79% |
| 30-40 years | 16% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for buildings and grounds supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 34% of buildings and grounds supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 30% and associate degree degree at 24%.
- Bachelor's, 34%
- Associate, 30%
- High School Diploma, 24%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Buildings and grounds supervisors by degree level
| Buildings and grounds supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 34% |
| Associate | 30% |
| High School Diploma | 24% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Buildings and grounds supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, buildings and grounds supervisors with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $47,189 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, buildings and grounds supervisors earn a median annual income of $46,299 compared to $43,130 for buildings and grounds supervisors with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,130 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $46,299 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,189 |
Buildings and grounds supervisor employment statistics
Most buildings and grounds supervisors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where buildings and grounds supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where buildings and grounds supervisors work.
Buildings and grounds supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 25% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 7% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the buildings and grounds supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most buildings and grounds supervisors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Buildings and grounds supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 47% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 28% |
| Government | 14% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for buildings and grounds supervisors are education, government and non profits.
Buildings and grounds supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 41% |
| Government | 11% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Buildings and grounds supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for buildings and grounds supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Buildings and grounds supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Buildings and grounds supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.63% |
| 2011 | 5.95% |
| 2012 | 5.69% |
| 2013 | 5.14% |
| 2014 | 4.26% |
| 2015 | 2.83% |
| 2016 | 2.56% |
| 2017 | 3.21% |
| 2018 | 2.05% |
| 2019 | 2.29% |
| 2020 | 4.68% |
| 2021 | 6.15% |
Average buildings and grounds supervisor tenure
The average buildings and grounds supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 313 buildings and grounds supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Buildings and grounds supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 8% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 19% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 26% |
Buildings and grounds supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of buildings and grounds supervisors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Supervisor | 2.17% | 1,866 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Landscaper | 4.17% | 11,147 |
| Guest Service Attendant | 4.45% | 72,078 |
| Professional Cleaner | 4.88% | 119,875 |
| Buildings And Grounds Supervisor | 5.12% | - |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
Similar buildings and grounds supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Supervisor | 2.17% | 1,866 |
| Trimmer | 3.47% | 2,023 |
| Landscaper | 4.17% | 11,147 |
| Guest Service Attendant | 4.45% | 72,078 |
| Professional Cleaner | 4.88% | 119,875 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
Foreign languages spoken by buildings and grounds supervisors
- Spanish, 66.7%
- Carrier, 33.3%
Buildings and grounds supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| Carrier | 33.3% |
