Industrial roofer demographics and statistics in the US
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Industrial roofer gender statistics
7.4% of industrial roofers are women and 92.6% of industrial roofers are men.
- Male, 92.6%
- Female, 7.4%
Industrial roofer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.6% |
| Female | 7.4% |
Industrial roofer gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,440
Female income
$40,009
Industrial roofer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in industrial roofer positions over time. Currently, 7.4% of industrial roofers are female.
Industrial roofer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.85% | 5.15% |
| 2011 | 95.11% | 4.89% |
| 2012 | 92.83% | 7.17% |
| 2013 | 93.55% | 6.45% |
| 2014 | 92.67% | 7.33% |
| 2015 | 92.55% | 7.45% |
| 2016 | 92.10% | 7.90% |
| 2017 | 94.22% | 5.78% |
| 2018 | 87.58% | 12.42% |
| 2019 | 88.32% | 11.68% |
| 2020 | 81.30% | 18.70% |
| 2021 | 92.59% | 7.41% |
Industrial roofer related jobs gender ratio
We compared industrial roofers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Industrial Roofer | 93% | 7% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Industrial roofer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among industrial roofers is White, which makes up 60.3% of all industrial roofers. Comparatively, 25.6% of industrial roofers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.2% of industrial roofers are Black or African American.
- White, 60.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 25.6%
- Black or African American, 8.2%
- Unknown, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.6%
- Asian, 0.8%
Industrial roofer race
| Industrial roofer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.8% |
Industrial roofer race and ethnicity over time
See how industrial roofer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Industrial roofer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.39% | 9.32% | 0.57% | 14.04% |
| 2011 | 73.77% | 10.59% | 0.84% | 11.53% |
| 2012 | 74.83% | 9.87% | 0.75% | 11.79% |
| 2013 | 70.70% | 9.38% | 1.13% | 15.75% |
| 2014 | 70.89% | 9.93% | 0.87% | 14.98% |
| 2015 | 71.58% | 10.40% | 0.50% | 14.58% |
| 2016 | 68.09% | 8.00% | 0.74% | 19.60% |
| 2017 | 70.38% | 8.04% | 1.06% | 17.47% |
| 2018 | 67.76% | 9.19% | 1.12% | 18.23% |
| 2019 | 68.55% | 8.51% | 1.18% | 18.71% |
| 2020 | 65.06% | 8.99% | 0.74% | 19.37% |
| 2021 | 60.29% | 8.17% | 0.81% | 25.56% |
Industrial roofer wage gap by race
According to our data, white industrial roofers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american industrial roofers have the lowest average salary at $40,889.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $42,743 |
| White | $44,136 |
| Black or African American | $40,889 |
| Asian | $43,628 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,915 |
Average industrial roofer age
See how the average age of industrial roofers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Industrial roofer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 35 | |
| White | 36 | |
| Black or African American | 36 | |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 45 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 34 |
Industrial roofer age breakdown
The average age of industrial roofers is 40+ years years old, representing 37% of the industrial roofer population.
Industrial roofer age breakdown
| Industrial Roofer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 37% |
| 30-40 years | 32% |
| 20-30 years | 29% |
Industrial roofer educational attainment
The most common degree for industrial roofers is high school diploma, with 55% of industrial roofers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 18% and diploma degree at 12%.
- High School Diploma, 55%
- Diploma, 18%
- Bachelor's, 12%
- Master's, 3%
- Other Degrees, 12%
Industrial roofers by degree level
| Industrial roofer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 55% |
| Diploma | 18% |
| Bachelor's | 12% |
| Master's | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 12% |
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Industrial roofer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, industrial roofers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $46,084 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, industrial roofers earn a median annual income of $43,012 compared to $42,450 for industrial roofers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $42,450 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $43,012 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $46,084 |
Industrial roofer employment statistics
Company size where industrial roofers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where industrial roofers work.
Industrial roofer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 20% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 11% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 40% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
Industrial roofer jobs by industry
The most common industries for industrial roofers are construction, professional and technology.
Industrial roofer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 41% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
Industrial roofer turnover and employment statistics
Industrial roofer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for industrial roofers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Industrial roofer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Industrial roofer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23.78% |
| 2011 | 20.43% |
| 2012 | 20.53% |
| 2013 | 16.15% |
| 2014 | 15.37% |
| 2015 | 11.93% |
| 2016 | 9.63% |
| 2017 | 8.95% |
| 2018 | 9.24% |
| 2019 | 7.10% |
| 2020 | 12.99% |
| 2021 | 8.80% |
Average industrial roofer tenure
The average industrial roofer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 87 industrial roofers resumes in Zippia's database.
Industrial roofer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 31% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Industrial roofer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of industrial roofers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Setter | 1.40% | 1,902 |
| Industrial Roofer | 1.43% | - |
| Drywaller | 1.75% | 280 |
| Frame Coverer | 2.24% | 54 |
| Low Voltage Technician | 2.76% | 40,465 |
| Tile Worker | 3.39% | 19,447 |
| Sheet Metal Operator | 4.07% | 43,197 |
Similar industrial roofer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Setter | 1.40% | 1,902 |
| Drywaller | 1.75% | 280 |
| Frame Coverer | 2.24% | 54 |
| Low Voltage Technician | 2.76% | 40,465 |
| Tile Worker | 3.39% | 19,447 |
| Sheet Metal Operator | 4.07% | 43,197 |