First line supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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First line supervisor gender statistics
24.9% of first line supervisors are women and 75.1% of first line supervisors are men.
- Male, 75.1%
- Female, 24.9%
First line supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 75.1% |
| Female | 24.9% |
First line supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$61,126
Female income
$53,465
First line supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in first line supervisor positions over time. Currently, 24.9% of first line supervisors are female.
First line supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.79% | 21.21% |
| 2011 | 78.62% | 21.38% |
| 2012 | 79.35% | 20.65% |
| 2013 | 79.71% | 20.29% |
| 2014 | 79.16% | 20.84% |
| 2015 | 78.07% | 21.93% |
| 2016 | 78.56% | 21.44% |
| 2017 | 78.27% | 21.73% |
| 2018 | 76.58% | 23.42% |
| 2019 | 77.99% | 22.01% |
| 2020 | 76.40% | 23.60% |
| 2021 | 75.08% | 24.92% |
First line supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared first line supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| First Line Supervisor | 75% | 25% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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First line supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among first line supervisors is White, which makes up 59.9% of all first line supervisors. Comparatively, 18.0% of first line supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 12.7% of first line supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 59.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.0%
- Black or African American, 12.7%
- Asian, 4.7%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
First line supervisor race
| First line supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.0% |
| Black or African American | 12.7% |
| Asian | 4.7% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
First line supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how first line supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
First line supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.60% | 12.17% | 3.98% | 15.38% |
| 2011 | 66.77% | 12.08% | 3.93% | 15.46% |
| 2012 | 66.06% | 12.08% | 3.91% | 15.97% |
| 2013 | 67.40% | 11.19% | 4.11% | 15.56% |
| 2014 | 65.77% | 11.59% | 4.34% | 16.25% |
| 2015 | 65.81% | 11.79% | 4.04% | 16.52% |
| 2016 | 64.85% | 11.80% | 4.17% | 17.24% |
| 2017 | 64.28% | 12.39% | 4.68% | 16.45% |
| 2018 | 65.56% | 11.52% | 4.26% | 16.79% |
| 2019 | 63.87% | 12.06% | 4.51% | 17.54% |
| 2020 | 62.77% | 11.66% | 4.67% | 16.72% |
| 2021 | 59.91% | 12.65% | 4.68% | 17.96% |
First line supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white first line supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american first line supervisors have the lowest average salary at $57,911.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $59,770 |
| White | $63,636 |
| Black or African American | $57,911 |
| Asian | $63,490 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $61,021 |
Average first line supervisor age
See how the average age of first line supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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First line supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
First line supervisor age breakdown
The average age of first line supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the first line supervisor population.
First line supervisor age breakdown
| First Line Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
First line supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for first line supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 39% of first line supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 30% and associate degree degree at 18%.
- Bachelor's, 39%
- Associate, 30%
- High School Diploma, 18%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 8%
First line supervisors by degree level
| First line supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 39% |
| Associate | 30% |
| High School Diploma | 18% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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First line supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, first line supervisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $75,953 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, first line supervisors earn a median annual income of $65,258 compared to $57,681 for first line supervisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $75,953 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $51,966 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,258 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $57,681 |
First line supervisor employment statistics
Most first line supervisors work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where first line supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where first line supervisors work.
First line supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 4% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 18% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 41% |
First line supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the first line supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most first line supervisors prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
First line supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 37% |
| Private | 58% |
| Government | 5% |
First line supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for first line supervisors are hospitality, retail and manufacturing.
First line supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Fortune 500 | 19% |
| Hospitality | 15% |
| Retail | 14% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Health Care | 4% |
| Energy | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Agriculture | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
First line supervisor turnover and employment statistics
First line supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for first line supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
First line supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | First line supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average first line supervisor tenure
The average first line supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 3,335 first line supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
First line supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 12% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
First line supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of first line 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Laser Operator | 2.83% | 56,479 |
| Lead Inspector | 3.84% | 17,734 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| First Line Supervisor | 5.63% | - |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Similar first line supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Operator | 2.37% | 67,565 |
| Laser Operator | 2.83% | 56,479 |
| Lead Inspector | 3.84% | 17,734 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner | 20.58% | 12,763 |
Foreign languages spoken by first line supervisors
The most common foreign language among first line supervisors is Spanish at 50.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.2% and Arabic is the third-most popular at 4.9%.
- Spanish, 50.8%
- French, 8.2%
- Arabic, 4.9%
- Portuguese, 3.3%
- Vietnamese, 3.3%
- Other, 29.5%
First line supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.8% |
| French | 8.2% |
| Arabic | 4.9% |
| Portuguese | 3.3% |
| Vietnamese | 3.3% |
| Other | 29.5% |
