Construction foreman demographics and statistics in the US
Construction foreman demographics research summary. Zippia estimates construction foreman demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our construction foreman 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 foremen after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 38,722 construction foremen currently employed in the United States.
- 2.5% of all construction foremen are women, while 97.5% are men.
- The average construction foreman age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of construction foremen is White (65.9%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (21.8%), Black or African American (5.9%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- Construction foremen are most in-demand in Houston, TX.
- The professional industry is the highest-paying for construction foremen.
- 2% of all construction foremen are LGBT.
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Construction foreman demographics by:
Construction foreman gender statistics
2.5% of construction foremen are women and 97.5% of construction foremen are men.
- Male, 97.5%
- Female, 2.5%
Construction foreman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 97.5% |
| Female | 2.5% |
Construction foreman gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$57,816
Female income
$51,830
Construction foreman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in construction foreman positions over time. Currently, 2.5% of construction foremen are female.
Construction foreman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.33% | 1.67% |
| 2011 | 98.39% | 1.61% |
| 2012 | 98.32% | 1.68% |
| 2013 | 98.41% | 1.59% |
| 2014 | 98.60% | 1.40% |
| 2015 | 98.03% | 1.97% |
| 2016 | 98.26% | 1.74% |
| 2017 | 97.88% | 2.12% |
| 2018 | 97.63% | 2.37% |
| 2019 | 98.41% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | 97.92% | 2.08% |
| 2021 | 97.53% | 2.47% |
Construction foreman related jobs gender ratio
We compared construction foremen with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, mason foreman/superintendant and fence installer foreman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| House Supervisor | 32% | 68% |
| Sign Builder Supervisor | 34% | 66% |
| Construction Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Construction foreman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among construction foremen is White, which makes up 65.9% of all construction foremen. Comparatively, 21.8% of construction foremen are Hispanic or Latino and 5.9% of construction foremen are Black or African American.
- White, 65.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.8%
- Black or African American, 5.9%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Construction foreman race
| Construction foreman race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.8% |
| Black or African American | 5.9% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Construction foreman race and ethnicity over time
See how construction foreman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Construction foreman race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.45% | 5.63% | 1.21% | 14.48% |
| 2011 | 75.23% | 6.59% | 1.18% | 14.49% |
| 2012 | 75.88% | 5.95% | 1.37% | 14.31% |
| 2013 | 75.72% | 5.51% | 1.14% | 15.09% |
| 2014 | 74.30% | 5.89% | 1.15% | 16.07% |
| 2015 | 74.67% | 5.89% | 1.31% | 15.63% |
| 2016 | 73.56% | 5.99% | 1.23% | 16.87% |
| 2017 | 72.20% | 6.34% | 1.07% | 17.73% |
| 2018 | 72.02% | 5.50% | 1.29% | 18.87% |
| 2019 | 70.36% | 5.92% | 1.37% | 19.60% |
| 2020 | 68.73% | 6.26% | 1.22% | 19.08% |
| 2021 | 65.86% | 5.90% | 1.46% | 21.77% |
Construction foreman wage gap by race
According to our data, asian construction foremen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american construction foremen have the lowest average salary at $54,844.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $57,050 |
| White | $59,237 |
| Black or African American | $54,844 |
| Asian | $61,105 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $57,042 |
Average construction foreman age
See how the average age of construction foremen varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Construction foreman age by race and gender
| 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 |
Construction foreman age breakdown
The average age of construction foremen is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the construction foreman population.
Construction foreman age breakdown
| Construction Foreman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Construction foreman educational attainment
The most common degree for construction foremen is high school diploma, with 33% of construction foremen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 30% and bachelor's degree degree at 23%.
- High School Diploma, 33%
- Bachelor's, 30%
- Associate, 23%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Construction foremen by degree level
| Construction foreman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 33% |
| Bachelor's | 30% |
| Associate | 23% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Construction foreman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, construction foremen with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $64,480 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, construction foremen earn a median annual income of $59,957 compared to $58,763 for construction foremen with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $64,480 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $56,591 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,957 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $58,763 |
Construction foreman employment statistics
Most construction foremen work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where construction foremen work
Below, you can see the size of companies where construction foremen work.
Construction foreman jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 28% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Construction foreman jobs by company type
Employees with the construction foreman job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most construction foremen prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Construction foreman jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 0% |
| Public | 21% |
| Private | 73% |
| Government | 5% |
Construction foreman jobs by industry
The most common industries for construction foremen are construction, energy and professional.
Construction foreman industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 33% |
| Energy | 11% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Government | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Construction foreman turnover and employment statistics
Construction foreman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for construction foremen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Construction foreman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Construction foreman 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% |
Average construction foreman tenure
The average construction foreman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 4,606 construction foremen resumes in Zippia's database.
Construction foreman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 29% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Construction foreman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of construction foremen 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Demolition Worker | 1.77% | 33,532 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Construction Foreman | 2.35% | - |
| Floor Hand | 2.60% | 21,924 |
| Painter Assistant | 5.83% | 4,060 |
Similar construction foreman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Demolition Worker | 1.77% | 33,532 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Floor Hand | 2.60% | 21,924 |
| Painter Assistant | 5.83% | 4,060 |
Foreign languages spoken by construction foremen
The most common foreign language among construction foremen is Spanish at 72.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 7.1% and French is the third-most popular at 4.3%.
- Spanish, 72.9%
- German, 7.1%
- French, 4.3%
- Russian, 2.9%
- Igbo, 1.4%
- Other, 11.4%
Construction foreman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 72.9% |
| German | 7.1% |
| French | 4.3% |
| Russian | 2.9% |
| Igbo | 1.4% |
| Other | 11.4% |
