Paving contractor demographics and statistics in the US
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Paving contractor gender statistics
21.1% of paving contractors are women and 78.9% of paving contractors are men.
- Male, 78.9%
- Female, 21.1%
Paving contractor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.9% |
| Female | 21.1% |
Paving contractor gender pay gap
Women earn 82¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$36,033
Female income
$29,690
Paving contractor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in paving contractor positions over time. Currently, 21.1% of paving contractors are female.
Paving contractor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 84.84% | 15.16% |
| 2011 | 85.26% | 14.74% |
| 2012 | 84.74% | 15.26% |
| 2013 | 85.43% | 14.57% |
| 2014 | 86.95% | 13.05% |
| 2015 | 82.51% | 17.49% |
| 2016 | 84.31% | 15.69% |
| 2017 | 81.44% | 18.56% |
| 2018 | 79.62% | 20.38% |
| 2019 | 85.48% | 14.52% |
| 2020 | 81.73% | 18.27% |
| 2021 | 78.95% | 21.05% |
Paving contractor related jobs gender ratio
We compared paving contractors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, mason foreman/superintendant and fence installer foreman have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| House Supervisor | 32% | 68% |
| Sign Builder Supervisor | 34% | 66% |
| Paving Contractor | 79% | 21% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Paving contractor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among paving contractors is White, which makes up 71.5% of all paving contractors. Comparatively, 18.8% of paving contractors are Hispanic or Latino and 3.8% of paving contractors are Black or African American.
- White, 71.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.8%
- Black or African American, 3.8%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- Asian, 1.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Paving contractor race
| Paving contractor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.8% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| Asian | 1.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Paving contractor race and ethnicity over time
See how paving contractor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Paving contractor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82.08% | 3.53% | 1.07% | 11.47% |
| 2011 | 80.85% | 4.49% | 1.03% | 11.47% |
| 2012 | 81.50% | 3.85% | 1.22% | 11.30% |
| 2013 | 81.35% | 3.41% | 0.99% | 12.07% |
| 2014 | 79.93% | 3.79% | 1.00% | 13.06% |
| 2015 | 80.30% | 3.79% | 1.16% | 12.61% |
| 2016 | 79.18% | 3.89% | 1.08% | 13.86% |
| 2017 | 77.83% | 4.24% | 0.92% | 14.71% |
| 2018 | 77.64% | 3.40% | 1.15% | 15.85% |
| 2019 | 75.98% | 3.82% | 1.23% | 16.58% |
| 2020 | 74.35% | 4.16% | 1.07% | 16.07% |
| 2021 | 71.48% | 3.80% | 1.31% | 18.76% |
Paving contractor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian paving contractors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american paving contractors have the lowest average salary at $32,817.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $35,192 |
| White | $37,617 |
| Black or African American | $32,817 |
| Asian | $39,744 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $35,182 |
Average paving contractor age
See how the average age of paving contractors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Paving contractor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 47 | 40 |
| Unknown | 44 | |
| Asian | 48 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 44.5 |
| White | 47 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 51 |
Paving contractor age breakdown
The average age of paving contractors is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the paving contractor population.
Paving contractor age breakdown
| Paving Contractor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Paving contractor educational attainment
The most common degree for paving contractors is bachelor's degree, with 43% of paving contractors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are high school diploma degree at 26% and high school diploma degree at 22%.
- Bachelor's, 43%
- High School Diploma, 26%
- Associate, 22%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Paving contractors by degree level
| Paving contractor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 43% |
| High School Diploma | 26% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Paving contractor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, paving contractors with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $43,716 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, paving contractors earn a median annual income of $38,431 compared to $37,085 for paving contractors with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $43,716 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,691 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,431 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $37,085 |
Paving contractor turnover and employment statistics
Paving contractor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for paving contractors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Paving contractor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Paving contractor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11.78% |
| 2011 | 9.94% |
| 2012 | 7.61% |
| 2013 | 6.45% |
| 2014 | 4.25% |
| 2015 | 4.09% |
| 2016 | 3.74% |
| 2017 | 3.32% |
| 2018 | 3.03% |
| 2019 | 2.64% |
| 2020 | 4.62% |
| 2021 | 4.34% |
Average paving contractor tenure
The average paving contractor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 49 paving contractors resumes in Zippia's database.
Paving contractor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 20% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Paving contractor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of paving contractors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Labour | 1.77% | 48,914 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Paving Contractor | 2.35% | - |
| Driller | 2.60% | 1,593 |
| Painter Helper | 5.83% | 17,183 |
Similar paving contractor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator/Labour | 1.69% | 60,770 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Labour | 1.77% | 48,914 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Driller | 2.60% | 1,593 |
| Painter Helper | 5.83% | 17,183 |