Greenhouse technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Greenhouse technician gender statistics
42.6% of greenhouse technicians are women and 57.4% of greenhouse technicians are men.
- Male, 57.4%
- Female, 42.6%
Greenhouse technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.4% |
| Female | 42.6% |
Greenhouse technician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$31,318
Female income
$30,432
Greenhouse technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in greenhouse technician positions over time. Currently, 42.6% of greenhouse technicians are female.
Greenhouse technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56.66% | 43.34% |
| 2011 | 62.49% | 37.51% |
| 2012 | 62.39% | 37.61% |
| 2013 | 60.79% | 39.21% |
| 2014 | 61.70% | 38.30% |
| 2015 | 61.19% | 38.81% |
| 2016 | 59.41% | 40.59% |
| 2017 | 61.67% | 38.33% |
| 2018 | 58.40% | 41.60% |
| 2019 | 57.77% | 42.23% |
| 2020 | 58.56% | 41.44% |
| 2021 | 57.43% | 42.57% |
Greenhouse technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared greenhouse technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, tree climber and chemical mixer/loader have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mall Plant Caretaker | 32% | 68% |
| Greenhouse Technician | 57% | 43% |
| Ground Crewman | 98% | 2% |
| Chemical Mixer/Loader | 98% | 2% |
| Tree Climber | 98% | 2% |
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Greenhouse technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among greenhouse technicians is White, which makes up 62.3% of all greenhouse technicians. Comparatively, 22.2% of greenhouse technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 8.2% of greenhouse technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 62.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.2%
- Black or African American, 8.2%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- Asian, 2.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3%
Greenhouse technician race
| Greenhouse technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| Asian | 2.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.3% |
Greenhouse technician race and ethnicity over time
See how greenhouse technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Greenhouse technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.58% | 9.21% | 2.26% | 20.41% |
| 2011 | 65.02% | 10.27% | 2.26% | 19.61% |
| 2012 | 66.27% | 10.20% | 2.28% | 18.36% |
| 2013 | 66.15% | 9.45% | 2.18% | 19.48% |
| 2014 | 66.87% | 9.35% | 2.17% | 18.58% |
| 2015 | 67.21% | 9.43% | 2.60% | 18.14% |
| 2016 | 67.24% | 9.37% | 2.30% | 18.12% |
| 2017 | 68.62% | 8.73% | 2.22% | 17.45% |
| 2018 | 67.16% | 8.89% | 2.31% | 18.89% |
| 2019 | 68.12% | 8.44% | 2.45% | 17.82% |
| 2020 | 65.81% | 9.54% | 2.62% | 17.29% |
| 2021 | 62.32% | 8.20% | 2.34% | 22.19% |
Greenhouse technician wage gap by race
According to our data, white greenhouse technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american greenhouse technicians have the lowest average salary at $30,661.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $31,123 |
| White | $31,850 |
| Black or African American | $30,661 |
| Asian | $31,432 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $31,536 |
Average greenhouse technician age
See how the average age of greenhouse technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Greenhouse technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 33 |
| Asian | 49 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
| White | 39 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 |
Greenhouse technician age breakdown
The average age of greenhouse technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the greenhouse technician population.
Greenhouse technician age breakdown
| Greenhouse Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 21% |
Greenhouse technician educational attainment
The most common degree for greenhouse technicians is bachelor's degree, with 63% of greenhouse technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 63%
- Associate, 19%
- High School Diploma, 11%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Greenhouse technicians by degree level
| Greenhouse technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 63% |
| Associate | 19% |
| High School Diploma | 11% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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Greenhouse technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, greenhouse technicians with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $32,888 annually. With a Associate degree, greenhouse technicians earn a median annual income of $31,842 compared to $31,167 for greenhouse technicians with an Master's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $31,167 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $30,516 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $32,888 |
| No Education | $29,856 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $31,842 |
Greenhouse technician employment statistics
Most greenhouse technicians work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where greenhouse technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where greenhouse technicians work.
Greenhouse technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Greenhouse technician jobs by company type
Employees with the greenhouse technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most greenhouse technicians prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Greenhouse technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 42% |
| Public | 11% |
| Private | 41% |
| Government | 6% |
Greenhouse technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for greenhouse technicians are education, manufacturing and professional.
Greenhouse technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 39% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Agriculture | 6% |
| Government | 5% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Media | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Greenhouse technician turnover and employment statistics
Greenhouse technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for greenhouse technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Greenhouse technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Greenhouse technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.48% |
| 2011 | 16.48% |
| 2012 | 15.70% |
| 2013 | 14.62% |
| 2014 | 13.12% |
| 2015 | 11.22% |
| 2016 | 9.88% |
| 2017 | 9.97% |
| 2018 | 9.13% |
| 2019 | 7.84% |
| 2020 | 10.49% |
| 2021 | 8.73% |
Average greenhouse technician tenure
The average greenhouse technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 446 greenhouse technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Greenhouse technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 36% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 10% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Greenhouse technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of greenhouse technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Course Superintendent | 2.17% | 12,772 |
| Greenhouse Technician | 3.35% | - |
| Tree Specialist | 3.47% | 19,189 |
| Housekeeping/Laundry | 4.45% | 81,110 |
| Porter | 4.88% | 87,777 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Housekeeping Assistant Manager | 7.41% | 80,622 |
Similar greenhouse technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Course Superintendent | 2.17% | 12,772 |
| Tree Specialist | 3.47% | 19,189 |
| Housekeeping/Laundry | 4.45% | 81,110 |
| Porter | 4.88% | 87,777 |
| Spray Technician | 5.27% | 30,432 |
| Housekeeping Assistant Manager | 7.41% | 80,622 |
Foreign languages spoken by greenhouse technicians
The most common foreign language among greenhouse technicians is Spanish at 58.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.8% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 5.9%.
- Spanish, 58.8%
- French, 11.8%
- Portuguese, 5.9%
- Chinese, 5.9%
- Japanese, 5.9%
- Other, 11.7%
Greenhouse technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 58.8% |
| French | 11.8% |
| Portuguese | 5.9% |
| Chinese | 5.9% |
| Japanese | 5.9% |
| Other | 11.7% |
