Construction apprentice demographics and statistics in the US
Construction apprentice demographics research summary. Zippia estimates construction apprentice demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our construction apprentice estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about construction apprentices after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 84,151 construction apprentices currently employed in the United States.
- 7.2% of all construction apprentices are women, while 92.8% are men.
- The average construction apprentice age is 38 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of construction apprentices is White (51.5%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (29.8%), Black or African American (10.1%) and Unknown (4.3%).
- In 2022, women earned 92% of what men earned.
- 2% of all construction apprentices are LGBT.
- Construction apprentices are 74% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Construction apprentice demographics by:
Construction apprentice gender statistics
7.2% of construction apprentices are women and 92.8% of construction apprentices are men.
- Male, 92.8%
- Female, 7.2%
Construction apprentice gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.8% |
| Female | 7.2% |
Construction apprentice gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,721
Female income
$44,923
Construction apprentice gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in construction apprentice positions over time. Currently, 7.2% of construction apprentices are female.
Construction apprentice gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.84% | 5.16% |
| 2011 | 94.80% | 5.20% |
| 2012 | 94.90% | 5.10% |
| 2013 | 94.87% | 5.13% |
| 2014 | 94.88% | 5.12% |
| 2015 | 94.73% | 5.27% |
| 2016 | 94.45% | 5.55% |
| 2017 | 94.14% | 5.86% |
| 2018 | 93.53% | 6.47% |
| 2019 | 93.03% | 6.97% |
| 2020 | 93.25% | 6.75% |
| 2021 | 92.82% | 7.18% |
Construction apprentice related jobs gender ratio
We compared construction apprentices with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Construction Apprentice | 93% | 7% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Construction apprentice demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among construction apprentices is White, which makes up 51.5% of all construction apprentices. Comparatively, 29.8% of construction apprentices are Hispanic or Latino and 10.1% of construction apprentices are Black or African American.
- White, 51.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 29.8%
- Black or African American, 10.1%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- Asian, 2.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.7%
Construction apprentice race
| Construction apprentice race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 29.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.1% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| Asian | 2.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.7% |
Construction apprentice race and ethnicity over time
See how construction apprentice racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Construction apprentice race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.69% | 10.68% | 2.06% | 22.26% |
| 2011 | 61.07% | 11.90% | 2.01% | 21.22% |
| 2012 | 60.89% | 11.34% | 2.14% | 21.30% |
| 2013 | 61.55% | 10.94% | 2.01% | 21.70% |
| 2014 | 60.66% | 10.76% | 2.23% | 22.54% |
| 2015 | 59.00% | 10.44% | 2.24% | 24.57% |
| 2016 | 58.64% | 10.21% | 2.40% | 24.90% |
| 2017 | 58.34% | 10.32% | 2.38% | 25.22% |
| 2018 | 59.11% | 9.73% | 2.46% | 24.65% |
| 2019 | 57.27% | 9.77% | 2.50% | 26.59% |
| 2020 | 54.85% | 10.97% | 2.51% | 25.92% |
| 2021 | 51.48% | 10.14% | 2.59% | 29.80% |
Construction apprentice wage gap by race
According to our data, unknown construction apprentices have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american construction apprentices have the lowest average salary at $45,977.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,343 |
| White | $50,339 |
| Black or African American | $45,977 |
| Asian | $49,232 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $47,856 |
Average construction apprentice age
See how the average age of construction apprentices varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Construction apprentice age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 41 | 46 |
| Unknown | 35 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 39 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 40 |
| White | 38 | 39 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42 |
Construction apprentice age breakdown
The average age of construction apprentices is 40+ years years old, representing 47% of the construction apprentice population.
Construction apprentice age breakdown
| Construction Apprentice Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 47% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Construction apprentice educational attainment
The most common degree for construction apprentices is high school diploma, with 34% of construction apprentices earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 30% and bachelor's degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 34%
- Bachelor's, 30%
- Associate, 19%
- Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Construction apprentices by degree level
| Construction apprentice degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 34% |
| Bachelor's | 30% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Construction apprentice wage gap by degree level
According to the data, construction apprentices with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $52,029 annually. With a Associate degree, construction apprentices earn a median annual income of $51,440 compared to $48,639 for construction apprentices with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $48,639 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,029 |
| No Education | $45,394 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,440 |
Construction apprentice employment statistics
Most construction apprentices work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where construction apprentices work
Below, you can see the size of companies where construction apprentices work.
Construction apprentice jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Construction apprentice jobs by company type
Employees with the construction apprentice job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most construction apprentices prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Construction apprentice jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 74% |
| Government | 10% |
Construction apprentice jobs by industry
The most common industries for construction apprentices are construction, professional and government.
Construction apprentice industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 22% |
| Professional | 17% |
| Government | 8% |
| Non Profits | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Education | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Construction apprentice turnover and employment statistics
Construction apprentice unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for construction apprentices between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Construction apprentice unemployment rate by year
| Year | Construction apprentice unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23.53% |
| 2011 | 21.66% |
| 2012 | 18.27% |
| 2013 | 15.84% |
| 2014 | 13.34% |
| 2015 | 11.55% |
| 2016 | 10.81% |
| 2017 | 9.34% |
| 2018 | 8.78% |
| 2019 | 7.68% |
| 2020 | 11.20% |
| 2021 | 10.19% |
Average construction apprentice tenure
The average construction apprentice stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,288 construction apprentices resumes in Zippia's database.
Construction apprentice tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Construction apprentice LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of construction apprentices 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brick And Block Mason | 1.40% | 256 |
| Slater | 1.43% | 488 |
| Drywall Hanger | 1.75% | 13,655 |
| Construction Apprentice | 2.24% | - |
| Control Electrician | 2.76% | 46,949 |
| Vinyl Installer | 3.39% | 15,058 |
| Sheet Metal Supervisor | 4.07% | 3,908 |
Similar construction apprentice jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Brick And Block Mason | 1.40% | 256 |
| Slater | 1.43% | 488 |
| Drywall Hanger | 1.75% | 13,655 |
| Control Electrician | 2.76% | 46,949 |
| Vinyl Installer | 3.39% | 15,058 |
| Sheet Metal Supervisor | 4.07% | 3,908 |
Foreign languages spoken by construction apprentices
The most common foreign language among construction apprentices is Spanish at 83.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Arabic at 5.6% and French is the third-most popular at 5.6%.
- Spanish, 83.3%
- Arabic, 5.6%
- French, 5.6%
- Thai, 2.8%
- Vietnamese, 2.8%
Construction apprentice languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 83.3% |
| Arabic | 5.6% |
| French | 5.6% |
| Thai | 2.8% |
| Vietnamese | 2.8% |
