Grade setter demographics and statistics in the US
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Grade setter gender statistics
9.3% of grade setters are women and 90.7% of grade setters are men.
- Male, 90.7%
- Female, 9.3%
Grade setter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.7% |
| Female | 9.3% |
Grade setter gender pay gap
Women earn 84¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$41,987
Female income
$35,334
Grade setter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in grade setter positions over time. Currently, 9.3% of grade setters are female.
Grade setter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.55% | 6.45% |
| 2011 | 93.75% | 6.25% |
| 2012 | 93.50% | 6.50% |
| 2013 | 93.82% | 6.18% |
| 2014 | 94.52% | 5.48% |
| 2015 | 92.43% | 7.57% |
| 2016 | 93.30% | 6.70% |
| 2017 | 91.91% | 8.09% |
| 2018 | 91.01% | 8.99% |
| 2019 | 93.85% | 6.15% |
| 2020 | 92.05% | 7.95% |
| 2021 | 90.67% | 9.33% |
Grade setter related jobs gender ratio
We compared grade setters 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% |
| Grade Setter | 91% | 9% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Grade setter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among grade setters is White, which makes up 64.4% of all grade setters. Comparatively, 23.5% of grade setters are Hispanic or Latino and 5.7% of grade setters are Black or African American.
- White, 64.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.5%
- Black or African American, 5.7%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Grade setter race
| Grade setter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 64.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.5% |
| Black or African American | 5.7% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Grade setter race and ethnicity over time
See how grade setter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Grade setter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.01% | 5.43% | 1.20% | 16.17% |
| 2011 | 73.79% | 6.39% | 1.16% | 16.18% |
| 2012 | 74.44% | 5.75% | 1.36% | 16.00% |
| 2013 | 74.28% | 5.32% | 1.12% | 16.77% |
| 2014 | 72.86% | 5.69% | 1.14% | 17.76% |
| 2015 | 73.23% | 5.69% | 1.29% | 17.32% |
| 2016 | 72.12% | 5.79% | 1.22% | 18.56% |
| 2017 | 70.76% | 6.14% | 1.06% | 19.42% |
| 2018 | 70.57% | 5.30% | 1.28% | 20.56% |
| 2019 | 68.92% | 5.72% | 1.36% | 21.29% |
| 2020 | 67.29% | 6.06% | 1.21% | 20.77% |
| 2021 | 64.42% | 5.70% | 1.44% | 23.46% |
Grade setter wage gap by race
According to our data, asian grade setters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american grade setters have the lowest average salary at $38,632.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,113 |
| White | $43,628 |
| Black or African American | $38,632 |
| Asian | $45,818 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,103 |
Average grade setter age
See how the average age of grade setters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Grade setter 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 |
Grade setter age breakdown
The average age of grade setters is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the grade setter population.
Grade setter age breakdown
| Grade Setter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Grade setter educational attainment
The most common degree for grade setters is high school diploma, with 48% of grade setters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 48%
- Associate, 22%
- Bachelor's, 13%
- Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Grade setters by degree level
| Grade setter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 48% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
| Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Grade setter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, grade setters with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $49,876 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, grade setters earn a median annual income of $44,467 compared to $43,077 for grade setters with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $49,876 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,591 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,467 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,077 |
Grade setter employment statistics
Company size where grade setters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where grade setters work.
Grade setter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 35% |
| > 10,000 employees | 6% |
Grade setter jobs by industry
The most common industries for grade setters are construction, retail and finance.
Grade setter industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 61% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Finance | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
Grade setter turnover and employment statistics
Grade setter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for grade setters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Grade setter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Grade setter 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 grade setter tenure
The average grade setter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 102 grade setters resumes in Zippia's database.
Grade setter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 41% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Grade setter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of grade setters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 1.69% | 47,261 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Worker | 1.77% | 53,067 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Grade Setter | 2.35% | - |
| Rig Hand | 2.60% | 4,329 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Similar grade setter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator | 1.69% | 47,261 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Worker | 1.77% | 53,067 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Rig Hand | 2.60% | 4,329 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |