Construction supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
Construction supervisor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates construction supervisor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our construction supervisor 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 supervisors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 91,242 construction supervisors currently employed in the United States.
- 5.7% of all construction supervisors are women, while 94.3% are men.
- The average construction supervisor age is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of construction supervisors is White (65.7%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (22.9%), Black or African American (5.1%) and Unknown (3.8%).
- Construction supervisors are most in-demand in Birmingham, AL.
- The energy industry is the highest-paying for construction supervisors.
- 2% of all construction supervisors are LGBT.
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Construction supervisor demographics by:
Construction supervisor gender statistics
5.7% of construction supervisors are women and 94.3% of construction supervisors are men.
- Male, 94.3%
- Female, 5.7%
Construction supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 94.3% |
| Female | 5.7% |
Construction supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$63,848
Female income
$55,622
Construction supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in construction supervisor positions over time. Currently, 5.7% of construction supervisors are female.
Construction supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 96.14% | 3.86% |
| 2011 | 96.26% | 3.74% |
| 2012 | 96.11% | 3.89% |
| 2013 | 96.31% | 3.69% |
| 2014 | 96.74% | 3.26% |
| 2015 | 95.45% | 4.55% |
| 2016 | 95.98% | 4.02% |
| 2017 | 95.13% | 4.87% |
| 2018 | 94.56% | 5.44% |
| 2019 | 96.32% | 3.68% |
| 2020 | 95.21% | 4.79% |
| 2021 | 94.34% | 5.66% |
Construction supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared construction supervisors 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 Supervisor | 94% | 6% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Construction supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among construction supervisors is White, which makes up 65.7% of all construction supervisors. Comparatively, 22.9% of construction supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 5.1% of construction supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 65.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.9%
- Black or African American, 5.1%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Asian, 1.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Construction supervisor race
| Construction supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Asian | 1.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Construction supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how construction supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Construction supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.27% | 4.86% | 1.16% | 15.63% |
| 2011 | 75.04% | 5.82% | 1.12% | 15.64% |
| 2012 | 75.69% | 5.18% | 1.32% | 15.46% |
| 2013 | 75.53% | 4.74% | 1.08% | 16.23% |
| 2014 | 74.12% | 5.12% | 1.10% | 17.22% |
| 2015 | 74.48% | 5.12% | 1.25% | 16.77% |
| 2016 | 73.37% | 5.22% | 1.18% | 18.02% |
| 2017 | 72.02% | 5.56% | 1.02% | 18.88% |
| 2018 | 71.83% | 4.73% | 1.24% | 20.01% |
| 2019 | 70.17% | 5.14% | 1.32% | 20.75% |
| 2020 | 68.54% | 5.49% | 1.17% | 20.23% |
| 2021 | 65.67% | 5.13% | 1.40% | 22.92% |
Construction supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian construction supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american construction supervisors have the lowest average salary at $59,735.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $62,783 |
| White | $65,835 |
| Black or African American | $59,735 |
| Asian | $68,465 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $62,771 |
Average construction supervisor age
See how the average age of construction supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Construction supervisor 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 supervisor age breakdown
The average age of construction supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the construction supervisor population.
Construction supervisor age breakdown
| Construction Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Construction supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for construction supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 44% of construction supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- Bachelor's, 44%
- Associate, 22%
- High School Diploma, 19%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Construction supervisors by degree level
| Construction supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 44% |
| Associate | 22% |
| High School Diploma | 19% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Construction supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, construction supervisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $73,270 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, construction supervisors earn a median annual income of $66,846 compared to $65,170 for construction supervisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $73,270 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $62,145 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,846 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $65,170 |
Construction supervisor employment statistics
Most construction supervisors work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where construction supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where construction supervisors work.
Construction supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 23% |
Construction supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the construction supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most construction supervisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Construction supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 60% |
| Government | 8% |
Construction supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for construction supervisors are construction, energy and professional.
Construction supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 18% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Telecommunication | 8% |
| Government | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Construction supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Construction supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for construction supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Construction supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Construction supervisor 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 supervisor tenure
The average construction supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 6,107 construction supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Construction supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 16% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Construction supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of construction 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator-Driver | 1.69% | 607,301 |
| Miner | 1.71% | 375 |
| Construction Worker | 1.77% | 53,067 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Construction Supervisor | 2.35% | - |
| Rig Hand | 2.60% | 4,329 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Similar construction supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator-Driver | 1.69% | 607,301 |
| Miner | 1.71% | 375 |
| Construction Worker | 1.77% | 53,067 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Rig Hand | 2.60% | 4,329 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Foreign languages spoken by construction supervisors
The most common foreign language among construction supervisors is Spanish at 66.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 5.6% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 4.8%.
- Spanish, 66.7%
- French, 5.6%
- Arabic, 4.8%
- Portuguese, 4.0%
- Russian, 4.0%
- Other, 14.9%
Construction supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| French | 5.6% |
| Arabic | 4.8% |
| Portuguese | 4.0% |
| Russian | 4.0% |
| Other | 14.9% |
