Foreman/Operator Demographics and Statistics In The US
Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for foreman/operators 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 251,328 foreman/operators currently employed in the United States.
- 2.9% of all foreman/operators are women, while 97.1% are men.
- The average age of an employed foreman/operator is 45 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of foreman/operators is White (66.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (21.5%), Black or African American (5.7%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2021, women earned 90% of what men earned.
- 2% of all foreman/operators are LGBT.
- Foreman/operators are 75% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Foreman/Operator Statistics By Gender
2.9% of foreman/operators are women and 97.1% of foreman/operators are men.
- Male, 97.1%
- Female, 2.9%
Foreman/Operators By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 97.1% |
| Female | 2.9% |
Gender Pay Gap For Foreman/Operator
Women Earn 90ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Foreman/Operator Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the foreman/operator position over time.
Foreman/Operator Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 98.04% | 1.96% |
| 2011 | 98.10% | 1.90% |
| 2012 | 98.02% | 1.98% |
| 2013 | 98.13% | 1.87% |
| 2014 | 98.35% | 1.65% |
| 2015 | 97.68% | 2.32% |
| 2016 | 97.96% | 2.04% |
| 2017 | 97.51% | 2.49% |
| 2018 | 97.21% | 2.79% |
| 2019 | 98.13% | 1.87% |
| 2020 | 97.56% | 2.44% |
| 2021 | 97.10% | 2.90% |
Foreman/Operator 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% |
| Foreman/Operator | 97% | 3% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
Foreman/Operator Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among foreman/operators is White, which makes up 66.3% of all foreman/operators. Comparatively, there are 21.5% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 5.7% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 66.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.5%
- Black or African American, 5.7%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Foreman/Operator Race
| Foreman/Operator Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 66.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.5% |
| Black or African American | 5.7% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Foreman/Operator 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 foreman/operators.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Foreman/Operator Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.88% | 5.48% | 1.20% | 14.25% |
| 2011 | 75.65% | 6.44% | 1.17% | 14.26% |
| 2012 | 76.30% | 5.80% | 1.36% | 14.08% |
| 2013 | 76.14% | 5.36% | 1.13% | 14.85% |
| 2014 | 74.73% | 5.74% | 1.14% | 15.84% |
| 2015 | 75.09% | 5.74% | 1.30% | 15.40% |
| 2016 | 73.98% | 5.83% | 1.22% | 16.64% |
| 2017 | 72.63% | 6.18% | 1.06% | 17.50% |
| 2018 | 72.44% | 5.34% | 1.28% | 18.64% |
| 2019 | 70.78% | 5.76% | 1.36% | 19.37% |
| 2020 | 69.15% | 6.11% | 1.21% | 18.85% |
| 2021 | 66.28% | 5.75% | 1.44% | 21.54% |
Foreman/Operator Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,779 |
| White | $54,781 |
| Black or African American | $50,758 |
| Asian | $56,491 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $52,771 |
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Average Age of a Foreman/Operator
We determined the average age of foreman/operators based on ethnicity and gender.
Foreman/Operator 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 |
Foreman/Operator Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of foreman/operator employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of foreman/operators is 40+ years old, which represents 68% of the population.
Foreman/Operator Age
| Foreman/Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Types of Foreman/Operator Degree Levels
The most common degree for foreman/operators is high school diploma 48% of foreman/operators earn that degree. A close second is bachelor's degree with 20% and rounding it off is associate degree with 16%.
- High School Diploma, 48%
- Bachelors, 20%
- Associate, 16%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Foreman/Operators By Education
| Foreman/Operator Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 48% |
| Bachelors | 20% |
| Associate | 16% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Foreman/Operator Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $52,358 |
| Master's Degree | $59,578 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,440 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $54,347 |
Foreman/Operator Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where foreman/operators work. We found most foreman/operators work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most foreman/operators is the construction industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire foreman/operators.
Foreman/Operator Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 14% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
The Types Of Companies Foreman/Operator Work In
Employees with the foreman/operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most foreman/operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Foreman/Operator Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 5% |
Top Industries Hiring Foreman/Operators
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ foreman/operators. Those industries include construction, professional and manufacturing.
Foreman/Operator Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 30% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Energy | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Utilities | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Foreman/Operator Turnover And Employment Statistics
Foreman/Operator 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 foreman/operators changed.
- Unemployment rate
Foreman/Operator Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Foreman/Operator 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 Foreman/Operator Stay in a Job
By looking over 3,530 foreman/operators resumes, we figured out that the average foreman/operator enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 28%.
Foreman/Operator Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Foreman/Operators 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 foreman/operators.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Labour Contractor | 1.77% | 37,148 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Foreman/Operator | 2.35% | - |
| Lease Operator | 2.60% | 33,754 |
| Painter | 5.83% | 4,482 |
| Field Inspector | 8.69% | 60,866 |
Foreman/Operator LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Labour Contractor | 1.77% | 37,148 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Lease Operator | 2.60% | 33,754 |
| Painter | 5.83% | 4,482 |
| Field Inspector | 8.69% | 60,866 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Foreman/Operators
The most common foreign language among foreman/operators is Spanish at 69.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Dakota at 11.5% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 3.8%.
- Spanish, 69.2%
- Dakota, 11.5%
- Portuguese, 3.8%
- Turkish, 3.8%
- Azerbaijani, 3.8%
- Other, 7.9%
Foreman/Operator Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 69.2% |
| Dakota | 11.5% |
| Portuguese | 3.8% |
| Turkish | 3.8% |
| Azerbaijani | 3.8% |
| Other | 7.9% |
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Which State Has The Most Foreman/Operators?
By looking through more than 3,530 resumes, we found that the most popular places for foreman/operators are Houston, TX and Denver, CO.
Number Of Foreman/Operator Jobs By State
| Rank | State | Number of Jobs | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | 1,254 | $73,657 |
| 2 | New Jersey | 892 | $54,307 |
| 3 | Texas | 538 | $41,073 |
| 4 | Florida | 476 | $45,745 |
| 5 | California | 407 | $71,028 |
| 6 | Georgia | 306 | $45,218 |
| 7 | North Carolina | 282 | $40,876 |
| 8 | Pennsylvania | 266 | $57,184 |
| 9 | Virginia | 231 | $50,679 |
| 10 | South Carolina | 216 | $40,746 |
| 11 | Colorado | 165 | $62,393 |
| 12 | Ohio | 164 | $45,548 |
| 13 | New York | 151 | $74,843 |
| 14 | Iowa | 145 | $43,787 |
| 15 | Rhode Island | 143 | $62,264 |
| 16 | Illinois | 136 | $58,384 |
| 17 | Alabama | 130 | $41,154 |
| 18 | Tennessee | 129 | $44,836 |
| 19 | Arizona | 127 | $56,670 |
| 20 | Maryland | 127 | $55,980 |
| 21 | Michigan | 125 | $53,924 |
| 22 | District of Columbia | 125 | $51,487 |
| 23 | Washington | 119 | $74,757 |
| 24 | Montana | 118 | $59,544 |
| 25 | Minnesota | 115 | $58,370 |
| 26 | Indiana | 106 | $50,118 |
| 27 | Alaska | 105 | $66,262 |
| 28 | Utah | 100 | $56,456 |
| 29 | Hawaii | 93 | $63,422 |
| 30 | Louisiana | 91 | $56,577 |
| 31 | Idaho | 91 | $49,030 |
| 32 | Missouri | 79 | $60,236 |
| 33 | Oregon | 74 | $69,230 |
| 34 | Wisconsin | 71 | $54,877 |
| 35 | Kentucky | 70 | $40,022 |
| 36 | Kansas | 69 | $50,985 |
| 37 | Mississippi | 55 | $38,369 |
| 38 | Oklahoma | 52 | $50,462 |
| 39 | New Hampshire | 49 | $70,792 |
| 40 | Maine | 46 | $54,061 |
| 41 | Nevada | 44 | $55,055 |
| 42 | New Mexico | 44 | $48,594 |
| 43 | Arkansas | 44 | $40,756 |
| 44 | Nebraska | 42 | $53,106 |
| 45 | North Dakota | 41 | $63,670 |
| 46 | Delaware | 30 | $49,622 |
| 47 | Connecticut | 27 | $71,891 |
| 48 | West Virginia | 25 | $49,054 |
| 49 | Wyoming | 19 | $58,510 |
| 50 | Vermont | 19 | $55,585 |
| 51 | South Dakota | 12 | $55,246 |