Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for crew leaders in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 183,515 crew leaders currently employed in the United States.
- 28.6% of all crew leaders are women, while 71.4% are men.
- The average age of an employed crew leader is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of crew leaders is White (66.9%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.7%), Black or African American (5.9%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2021, women earned 90% of what men earned.
- 2% of all crew leaders are LGBT.
- Crew leaders are 61% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Crew Leader Statistics By Gender
28.6% of crew leaders are women and 71.4% of crew leaders are men.
- Male, 71.4%
- Female, 28.6%
Crew Leaders By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.4% |
| Female | 28.6% |
Gender Pay Gap For Crew Leader
Women Earn 90ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Crew Leader Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the crew leader position over time.
Crew Leader Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.84% | 21.16% |
| 2011 | 79.39% | 20.61% |
| 2012 | 78.71% | 21.29% |
| 2013 | 79.61% | 20.39% |
| 2014 | 81.61% | 18.39% |
| 2015 | 75.85% | 24.15% |
| 2016 | 78.15% | 21.85% |
| 2017 | 74.50% | 25.50% |
| 2018 | 72.24% | 27.76% |
| 2019 | 79.67% | 20.33% |
| 2020 | 74.86% | 25.14% |
| 2021 | 71.40% | 28.60% |
Crew Leader Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, mason foreman/superintendant and fence installer foreman have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| House Supervisor | 32% | 68% |
| Sign Builder Supervisor | 34% | 66% |
| Crew Leader | 71% | 29% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
Crew Leader Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among crew leaders is White, which makes up 66.9% of all crew leaders. Comparatively, there are 20.7% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 5.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 66.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 20.7%
- Black or African American, 5.9%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Crew Leader Race
| Crew Leader Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.9% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Crew Leader Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among crew leaders.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Crew Leader Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.47% | 5.66% | 1.22% | 13.43% |
| 2011 | 76.24% | 6.62% | 1.18% | 13.43% |
| 2012 | 76.89% | 5.98% | 1.37% | 13.26% |
| 2013 | 76.74% | 5.55% | 1.14% | 14.03% |
| 2014 | 75.32% | 5.93% | 1.15% | 15.02% |
| 2015 | 75.69% | 5.92% | 1.31% | 14.57% |
| 2016 | 74.57% | 6.02% | 1.23% | 15.82% |
| 2017 | 73.22% | 6.37% | 1.07% | 16.68% |
| 2018 | 73.03% | 5.53% | 1.29% | 17.81% |
| 2019 | 71.37% | 5.95% | 1.38% | 18.54% |
| 2020 | 69.74% | 6.30% | 1.22% | 18.03% |
| 2021 | 66.87% | 5.93% | 1.46% | 20.72% |
Crew Leader Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,935 |
| White | $39,397 |
| Black or African American | $36,461 |
| Asian | $40,645 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,929 |
Average Age of a Crew Leader
We determined the average age of crew leaders based on ethnicity and gender.
Crew Leader Age By Race
| 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 |
Crew Leader Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of crew leader employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of crew leaders is 40+ years old, which represents 68% of the population.
Crew Leader Age
| Crew Leader Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Types of Crew Leader Degree Levels
The most common degree for crew leaders is high school diploma 36% of crew leaders earn that degree. A close second is bachelor's degree with 31% and rounding it off is associate degree with 17%.
- High School Diploma, 36%
- Bachelors, 31%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Crew Leaders By Education
| Crew Leader Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 36% |
| Bachelors | 31% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Crew Leader Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $37,628 |
| Master's Degree | $42,901 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $39,878 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $39,080 |
Crew Leader Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where crew leaders work. We found most crew leaders work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most crew leaders is the hospitality industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire crew leaders.
Crew Leader Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
The Types Of Companies Crew Leader Work In
Employees with the crew leader job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most crew leaders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Crew Leader Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 4% |
| Public | 24% |
| Private | 61% |
| Government | 11% |
Top Industries Hiring Crew Leaders
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ crew leaders. Those industries include hospitality, manufacturing and government.
Crew Leader Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 19% |
| Manufacturing | 11% |
| Government | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Construction | 8% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Crew Leader Turnover And Employment Statistics
Crew Leader Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of crew leaders changed.
- Unemployment rate
Crew Leader Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Crew Leader 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% |
The Average Number of Years That Crew Leader Stay in a Job
By looking over 70,187 crew leaders resumes, we figured out that the average crew leader enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 35%.
Crew Leader Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Crew Leaders with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to crew leaders.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 1.69% | 47,261 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Labour Contractor | 1.77% | 37,148 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Crew Leader | 2.35% | - |
| Field Operator | 2.60% | 81,407 |
| Painter Assistant | 5.83% | 4,060 |
Crew Leader LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 1.69% | 47,261 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Labour Contractor | 1.77% | 37,148 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Field Operator | 2.60% | 81,407 |
| Painter Assistant | 5.83% | 4,060 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Crew Leaders
The most common foreign language among crew leaders is Spanish at 75.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 5.6% and German is the third-most popular at 2.2%.
- Spanish, 75.1%
- French, 5.6%
- German, 2.2%
- Portuguese, 2.0%
- Chinese, 2.0%
- Other, 13.1%
Crew Leader Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.1% |
| French | 5.6% |
| German | 2.2% |
| Portuguese | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 2.0% |
| Other | 13.1% |
