Laundry supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Laundry supervisor gender statistics
56.0% of laundry supervisors are women and 44.0% of laundry supervisors are men.
- Female, 56.0%
- Male, 44.0%
Laundry supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.0% |
| Male | 44.0% |
Laundry supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 89¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,858
Female income
$34,692
Laundry supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in laundry supervisor positions over time. Currently, 56.0% of laundry supervisors are female.
Laundry supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.17% | 50.83% |
| 2011 | 48.92% | 51.08% |
| 2012 | 50.02% | 49.98% |
| 2013 | 50.56% | 49.44% |
| 2014 | 49.72% | 50.28% |
| 2015 | 48.11% | 51.89% |
| 2016 | 48.83% | 51.17% |
| 2017 | 48.40% | 51.60% |
| 2018 | 45.98% | 54.02% |
| 2019 | 47.99% | 52.01% |
| 2020 | 45.74% | 54.26% |
| 2021 | 43.96% | 56.04% |
Laundry supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared laundry supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Laundry Supervisor | 44% | 56% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Laundry supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among laundry supervisors is White, which makes up 58.8% of all laundry supervisors. Comparatively, 19.7% of laundry supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 12.1% of laundry supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 58.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.7%
- Black or African American, 12.1%
- Asian, 4.6%
- Unknown, 4.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Laundry supervisor race
| Laundry supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 58.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.7% |
| Black or African American | 12.1% |
| Asian | 4.6% |
| Unknown | 4.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Laundry supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how laundry supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Laundry supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.51% | 11.62% | 3.86% | 17.16% |
| 2011 | 65.69% | 11.52% | 3.82% | 17.23% |
| 2012 | 64.97% | 11.53% | 3.80% | 17.75% |
| 2013 | 66.32% | 10.64% | 3.99% | 17.34% |
| 2014 | 64.68% | 11.03% | 4.22% | 18.03% |
| 2015 | 64.73% | 11.23% | 3.93% | 18.30% |
| 2016 | 63.76% | 11.24% | 4.05% | 19.01% |
| 2017 | 63.19% | 11.84% | 4.57% | 18.22% |
| 2018 | 64.48% | 10.97% | 4.15% | 18.56% |
| 2019 | 62.79% | 11.51% | 4.40% | 19.32% |
| 2020 | 61.69% | 11.11% | 4.55% | 18.50% |
| 2021 | 58.83% | 12.10% | 4.56% | 19.74% |
Laundry supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, white laundry supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american laundry supervisors have the lowest average salary at $37,120.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $38,127 |
| White | $40,205 |
| Black or African American | $37,120 |
| Asian | $40,127 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $38,802 |
Average laundry supervisor age
See how the average age of laundry supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Laundry supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Laundry supervisor age breakdown
The average age of laundry supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the laundry supervisor population.
Laundry supervisor age breakdown
| Laundry Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Laundry supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for laundry supervisors is high school diploma, with 41% of laundry supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 19%.
- High School Diploma, 41%
- Associate, 19%
- Bachelor's, 19%
- Diploma, 13%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Laundry supervisors by degree level
| Laundry supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 41% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Bachelor's | 19% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Laundry supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, laundry supervisors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $46,704 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, laundry supervisors earn a median annual income of $41,072 compared to $36,995 for laundry supervisors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $46,704 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $33,867 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,072 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $36,995 |
Laundry supervisor employment statistics
Most laundry supervisors work for a private in the hospitality industry.
Company size where laundry supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where laundry supervisors work.
Laundry supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 11% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 16% |
Laundry supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the laundry supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most laundry supervisors prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Laundry supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 13% |
| Private | 68% |
| Government | 14% |
Laundry supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for laundry supervisors are hospitality, health care and government.
Laundry supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 35% |
| Health Care | 21% |
| Government | 11% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Education | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Real Estate | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Laundry supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Laundry supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for laundry supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Laundry supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Laundry supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average laundry supervisor tenure
The average laundry supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 771 laundry supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Laundry supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Laundry supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of laundry supervisors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wastewater Treatment Operator | 2.37% | 32,561 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Test Operator | 3.84% | 63,674 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Laundry Supervisor | 5.63% | - |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Similar laundry supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Wastewater Treatment Operator | 2.37% | 32,561 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 2.83% | 61,986 |
| Test Operator | 3.84% | 63,674 |
| Laundry Aide | 5.06% | 45,254 |
| Chemical Operator | 9.20% | 36,522 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Foreign languages spoken by laundry supervisors
The most common foreign language among laundry supervisors is Spanish at 77.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 4.5% and German is the third-most popular at 4.5%.
- Spanish, 77.3%
- Chinese, 4.5%
- German, 4.5%
- Gujarati, 4.5%
- Hindi, 4.5%
- Other, 4.7%
Laundry supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 77.3% |
| Chinese | 4.5% |
| German | 4.5% |
| Gujarati | 4.5% |
| Hindi | 4.5% |
| Other | 4.7% |
