Mechanical foreman demographics and statistics in the US
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Mechanical foreman gender statistics
2.8% of mechanical foremen are women and 97.2% of mechanical foremen are men.
- Male, 97.2%
- Female, 2.8%
Mechanical foreman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 97.2% |
| Female | 2.8% |
Mechanical foreman gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$52,412
Female income
$49,088
Mechanical foreman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mechanical foreman positions over time. Currently, 2.8% of mechanical foremen are female.
Mechanical foreman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.05% | 2.95% |
| 2011 | 97.19% | 2.81% |
| 2012 | 97.11% | 2.89% |
| 2013 | 97.16% | 2.84% |
| 2014 | 97.29% | 2.71% |
| 2015 | 97.53% | 2.47% |
| 2016 | 97.37% | 2.63% |
| 2017 | 96.98% | 3.02% |
| 2018 | 97.12% | 2.88% |
| 2019 | 97.70% | 2.30% |
| 2020 | 96.90% | 3.10% |
| 2021 | 97.16% | 2.84% |
Mechanical foreman related jobs gender ratio
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Foreman | 97% | 3% |
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Mechanical foreman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mechanical foremen is White, which makes up 68.5% of all mechanical foremen. Comparatively, 15.6% of mechanical foremen are Hispanic or Latino and 8.1% of mechanical foremen are Black or African American.
- White, 68.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.6%
- Black or African American, 8.1%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- Asian, 2.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Mechanical foreman race
| Mechanical foreman race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.1% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| Asian | 2.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Mechanical foreman race and ethnicity over time
See how mechanical foreman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mechanical foreman race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.15% | 9.05% | 2.31% | 11.40% |
| 2011 | 74.40% | 8.45% | 2.05% | 12.25% |
| 2012 | 73.88% | 8.40% | 1.81% | 13.45% |
| 2013 | 72.89% | 8.53% | 2.25% | 13.40% |
| 2014 | 73.05% | 9.13% | 2.50% | 12.59% |
| 2015 | 73.56% | 8.69% | 1.86% | 13.44% |
| 2016 | 73.91% | 7.66% | 2.40% | 13.63% |
| 2017 | 73.37% | 7.91% | 2.13% | 13.72% |
| 2018 | 71.02% | 8.13% | 2.30% | 15.92% |
| 2019 | 73.32% | 8.83% | 2.11% | 13.33% |
| 2020 | 71.89% | 7.70% | 2.02% | 13.94% |
| 2021 | 68.48% | 8.13% | 2.09% | 15.56% |
Mechanical foreman wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mechanical foremen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mechanical foremen have the lowest average salary at $49,414.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $54,634 |
| White | $51,910 |
| Black or African American | $49,414 |
| Asian | $56,957 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,551 |
Average mechanical foreman age
See how the average age of mechanical foremen varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mechanical foreman age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 49 | 51 |
| Unknown | 43 | |
| Asian | 48 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | |
| White | 51 | 51.5 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 53.5 |
Mechanical foreman age breakdown
The average age of mechanical foremen is 40+ years years old, representing 78% of the mechanical foreman population.
Mechanical foreman age breakdown
| Mechanical Foreman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 78% |
| 30-40 years | 19% |
| 20-30 years | 3% |
Mechanical foreman educational attainment
The most common degree for mechanical foremen is high school diploma, with 37% of mechanical foremen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 22%.
- High School Diploma, 37%
- Associate, 22%
- Bachelor's, 22%
- Diploma, 10%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Mechanical foremen by degree level
| Mechanical foreman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 37% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Bachelor's | 22% |
| Diploma | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Mechanical foreman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mechanical foremen with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $58,740 annually. With a Associate degree, mechanical foremen earn a median annual income of $51,493 compared to $49,970 for mechanical foremen with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,970 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,740 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $51,493 |
Mechanical foreman employment statistics
Most mechanical foremen work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where mechanical foremen work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mechanical foremen work.
Mechanical foreman jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 26% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Mechanical foreman jobs by company type
Employees with the mechanical foreman job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mechanical foremen prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mechanical foreman jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 81% |
| Government | 3% |
Mechanical foreman jobs by industry
The most common industries for mechanical foremen are construction, manufacturing and professional.
Mechanical foreman industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 26% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Transportation | 9% |
| Energy | 7% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Mechanical foreman turnover and employment statistics
Mechanical foreman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mechanical foremen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mechanical foreman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mechanical foreman unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.85% |
| 2011 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 4.63% |
| 2013 | 3.86% |
| 2014 | 2.71% |
| 2015 | 2.04% |
| 2016 | 2.81% |
| 2017 | 1.83% |
| 2018 | 1.59% |
| 2019 | 1.44% |
| 2020 | 2.49% |
| 2021 | 2.55% |
Average mechanical foreman tenure
The average mechanical foreman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,133 mechanical foremen resumes in Zippia's database.
Mechanical foreman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 15% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 17% |
Mechanical foreman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mechanical foremen 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Machines Technician | 2.02% | 106,175 |
| Tire Technician | 2.91% | 110,586 |
| Floor Worker | 3.55% | 45,921 |
| Aircraft Maintenance Technician | 3.67% | 105,268 |
| Mechanical Foreman | 4.05% | - |
| Slot Technician | 6.29% | 60,589 |
| Locksmith | 9.57% | 60,250 |
Similar mechanical foreman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Machines Technician | 2.02% | 106,175 |
| Tire Technician | 2.91% | 110,586 |
| Floor Worker | 3.55% | 45,921 |
| Aircraft Maintenance Technician | 3.67% | 105,268 |
| Slot Technician | 6.29% | 60,589 |
| Locksmith | 9.57% | 60,250 |
Foreign languages spoken by mechanical foremen
The most common foreign language among mechanical foremen is Spanish at 68.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 8.0% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 8.0%.
- Spanish, 68.0%
- German, 8.0%
- Carrier, 8.0%
- Portuguese, 4.0%
- Albanian, 4.0%
- Other, 8.0%
Mechanical foreman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 68.0% |
| German | 8.0% |
| Carrier | 8.0% |
| Portuguese | 4.0% |
| Albanian | 4.0% |
| Other | 8.0% |
