Installer demographics and statistics in the US
Installer demographics research summary. Zippia estimates installer demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our installer estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about installers after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 146,354 installers currently employed in the United States.
- 4.4% of all installers are women, while 95.6% are men.
- The average installer age is 41 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of installers is White (62.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (23.3%), Black or African American (7.1%) and Unknown (4.7%).
- Installers are most in-demand in Houston, TX.
- The technology industry is the highest-paying for installers.
- Seattle, WA pays an annual average wage of $48,971, the highest in the US.
- In 2022, women installers earned 100% of what men earned.
- 2% of all installers are LGBT.
- Indiana is the best state for installers to live.
- Installers are 81% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Installer demographics by:
Installer gender statistics
4.4% of installers are women and 95.6% of installers are men.
- Male, 95.6%
- Female, 4.4%
Installer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 95.6% |
| Female | 4.4% |
Installer gender pay gap
Women earn 100¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,416
Female income
$40,371
Installer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in installer positions over time. Currently, 4.4% of installers are female.
Installer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 95.76% | 4.24% |
| 2011 | 96.79% | 3.21% |
| 2012 | 95.88% | 4.12% |
| 2013 | 96.45% | 3.55% |
| 2014 | 95.26% | 4.74% |
| 2015 | 95.90% | 4.10% |
| 2016 | 94.87% | 5.13% |
| 2017 | 94.01% | 5.99% |
| 2018 | 94.53% | 5.47% |
| 2019 | 94.94% | 5.06% |
| 2020 | 94.90% | 5.10% |
| 2021 | 95.64% | 4.36% |
Installer related jobs gender ratio
We compared installers 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% |
| Installer | 96% | 4% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Installer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among installers is White, which makes up 62.2% of all installers. Comparatively, 23.3% of installers are Hispanic or Latino and 7.1% of installers are Black or African American.
- White, 62.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 23.3%
- Black or African American, 7.1%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- Asian, 1.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Installer race
| Installer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.3% |
| Black or African American | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| Asian | 1.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Installer race and ethnicity over time
See how installer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Installer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.26% | 7.43% | 1.57% | 17.59% |
| 2011 | 69.46% | 7.82% | 1.57% | 17.57% |
| 2012 | 69.27% | 7.81% | 1.69% | 17.44% |
| 2013 | 68.81% | 7.19% | 1.58% | 18.70% |
| 2014 | 67.97% | 7.53% | 1.49% | 19.75% |
| 2015 | 67.66% | 7.33% | 1.75% | 19.88% |
| 2016 | 66.54% | 7.39% | 1.60% | 20.82% |
| 2017 | 65.10% | 7.73% | 1.57% | 21.89% |
| 2018 | 65.71% | 6.60% | 1.73% | 22.64% |
| 2019 | 67.15% | 6.70% | 1.77% | 21.10% |
| 2020 | 65.16% | 7.53% | 1.73% | 20.18% |
| 2021 | 62.23% | 7.09% | 1.60% | 23.31% |
Installer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian installers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american installers have the lowest average salary at $39,028.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,831 |
| White | $41,265 |
| Black or African American | $39,028 |
| Asian | $41,431 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $39,579 |
Average installer age
See how the average age of installers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Installer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 43 | |
| Unknown | 41 | |
| Asian | 39.5 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 37 |
| White | 43 | 40 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 45.5 |
Installer age breakdown
The average age of installers is 40+ years years old, representing 56% of the installer population.
Installer age breakdown
| Installer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 56% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Installer educational attainment
The most common degree for installers is high school diploma, with 45% of installers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- High School Diploma, 45%
- Associate, 20%
- Bachelor's, 16%
- Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Installers by degree level
| Installer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 45% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Bachelor's | 16% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Installer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, installers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $41,308 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, installers earn a median annual income of $40,543 compared to $39,908 for installers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,908 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,543 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,308 |
Installer employment statistics
Most installers work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where installers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where installers work.
Installer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Installer jobs by company type
Employees with the installer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most installers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Installer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 81% |
| Government | 2% |
Installer jobs by industry
The most common industries for installers are construction, professional and retail.
Installer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 18% |
| Professional | 13% |
| Retail | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Telecommunication | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Media | 3% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Utilities | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Installer turnover and employment statistics
Installer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for installers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Installer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Installer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20.96% |
| 2011 | 18.39% |
| 2012 | 15.75% |
| 2013 | 12.57% |
| 2014 | 9.77% |
| 2015 | 8.13% |
| 2016 | 7.33% |
| 2017 | 6.28% |
| 2018 | 5.26% |
| 2019 | 5.00% |
| 2020 | 8.80% |
| 2021 | 7.82% |
Average installer tenure
The average installer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 54,026 installers resumes in Zippia's database.
Installer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 32% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Installer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of installers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Banker Mason | 1.40% | 18,622 |
| Drywall Taper | 1.75% | 13,470 |
| Tuckpointer, Cleaner, Caulker | 2.24% | 35,504 |
| Installer | 2.31% | - |
| Interior Communications Electrician | 2.76% | 30,686 |
| Floor Layer Apprentice | 3.39% | 34,588 |
| Sheet Metal Mechanic | 4.07% | 35,242 |
Similar installer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Banker Mason | 1.40% | 18,622 |
| Drywall Taper | 1.75% | 13,470 |
| Tuckpointer, Cleaner, Caulker | 2.24% | 35,504 |
| Interior Communications Electrician | 2.76% | 30,686 |
| Floor Layer Apprentice | 3.39% | 34,588 |
| Sheet Metal Mechanic | 4.07% | 35,242 |
Foreign languages spoken by installers
The most common foreign language among installers is Spanish at 75.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 3.7% and French is the third-most popular at 3.5%.
- Spanish, 75.7%
- Carrier, 3.7%
- French, 3.5%
- Portuguese, 2.6%
- German, 2.3%
- Other, 12.2%
Installer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.7% |
| Carrier | 3.7% |
| French | 3.5% |
| Portuguese | 2.6% |
| German | 2.3% |
| Other | 12.2% |
