Pipefitter and foreman demographics and statistics in the US
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Pipefitter and foreman demographics by:
Pipefitter and foreman gender statistics
3.4% of pipefitter and foremen are women and 96.6% of pipefitter and foremen are men.
- Male, 96.6%
- Female, 3.4%
Pipefitter and foreman gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.6% |
| Female | 3.4% |
Pipefitter and foreman gender pay gap
Women earn 92¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$67,850
Female income
$62,336
Pipefitter and foreman gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in pipefitter and foreman positions over time. Currently, 3.4% of pipefitter and foremen are female.
Pipefitter and foreman gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.69% | 2.31% |
| 2011 | 97.76% | 2.24% |
| 2012 | 97.67% | 2.33% |
| 2013 | 97.79% | 2.21% |
| 2014 | 98.05% | 1.95% |
| 2015 | 97.27% | 2.73% |
| 2016 | 97.59% | 2.41% |
| 2017 | 97.07% | 2.93% |
| 2018 | 96.72% | 3.28% |
| 2019 | 97.80% | 2.20% |
| 2020 | 97.12% | 2.88% |
| 2021 | 96.59% | 3.41% |
Pipefitter and foreman related jobs gender ratio
We compared pipefitter and foremen 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% |
| Pipefitter And Foreman | 97% | 3% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Pipefitter and foreman demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among pipefitter and foremen is White, which makes up 65.4% of all pipefitter and foremen. Comparatively, 22.9% of pipefitter and foremen are Hispanic or Latino and 5.4% of pipefitter and foremen are Black or African American.
- White, 65.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.9%
- Black or African American, 5.4%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%
Pipefitter and foreman race
| Pipefitter and foreman race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.4% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.0% |
Pipefitter and foreman race and ethnicity over time
See how pipefitter and foreman racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Pipefitter and foreman race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.98% | 5.09% | 1.18% | 15.62% |
| 2011 | 74.75% | 6.06% | 1.14% | 15.63% |
| 2012 | 75.40% | 5.42% | 1.33% | 15.46% |
| 2013 | 75.25% | 4.98% | 1.10% | 16.23% |
| 2014 | 73.83% | 5.36% | 1.11% | 17.22% |
| 2015 | 74.20% | 5.35% | 1.27% | 16.77% |
| 2016 | 73.08% | 5.45% | 1.19% | 18.02% |
| 2017 | 71.73% | 5.80% | 1.03% | 18.87% |
| 2018 | 71.54% | 4.96% | 1.26% | 20.01% |
| 2019 | 69.88% | 5.38% | 1.34% | 20.74% |
| 2020 | 68.25% | 5.73% | 1.18% | 20.23% |
| 2021 | 65.38% | 5.36% | 1.42% | 22.91% |
Pipefitter and foreman wage gap by race
According to our data, asian pipefitter and foremen have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american pipefitter and foremen have the lowest average salary at $65,129.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $67,152 |
| White | $69,140 |
| Black or African American | $65,129 |
| Asian | $70,824 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $67,144 |
Average pipefitter and foreman age
See how the average age of pipefitter and foremen varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Pipefitter and foreman 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 |
Pipefitter and foreman age breakdown
The average age of pipefitter and foremen is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the pipefitter and foreman population.
Pipefitter and foreman age breakdown
| Pipefitter And Foreman Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Pipefitter and foreman educational attainment
The most common degree for pipefitter and foremen is high school diploma, with 50% of pipefitter and foremen earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 22% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Associate, 22%
- Bachelor's, 11%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Pipefitter and foremen by degree level
| Pipefitter and foreman degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Bachelor's | 11% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Pipefitter and foreman wage gap by degree level
According to the data, pipefitter and foremen with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $73,839 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, pipefitter and foremen earn a median annual income of $69,790 compared to $68,710 for pipefitter and foremen with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $73,839 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $66,732 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,790 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $68,710 |
Pipefitter and foreman employment statistics
Company size where pipefitter and foremen work
Below, you can see the size of companies where pipefitter and foremen work.
Pipefitter and foreman jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 25% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 33% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Pipefitter and foreman jobs by industry
The most common industries for pipefitter and foremen are construction, professional and energy.
Pipefitter and foreman industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 39% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Energy | 10% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Pipefitter and foreman turnover and employment statistics
Pipefitter and foreman unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for pipefitter and foremen between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pipefitter and foreman unemployment rate by year
| Year | Pipefitter and foreman 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 pipefitter and foreman tenure
The average pipefitter and foreman stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,207 pipefitter and foremen resumes in Zippia's database.
Pipefitter and foreman tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 39% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Pipefitter and foreman LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of pipefitter and 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator-Driver | 1.69% | 607,301 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Assistant | 1.77% | 31,209 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Pipefitter And Foreman | 2.35% | - |
| Roustabout | 2.60% | 2,055 |
| Lead Painter | 5.83% | 5,163 |
Similar pipefitter and foreman jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator-Driver | 1.69% | 607,301 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Construction Assistant | 1.77% | 31,209 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Roustabout | 2.60% | 2,055 |
| Lead Painter | 5.83% | 5,163 |
Foreign languages spoken by pipefitter and foremen
The most common foreign language among pipefitter and foremen is Spanish at 50.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is German at 16.7% and Carrier is the third-most popular at 16.7%.
- Spanish, 50.0%
- German, 16.7%
- Carrier, 16.7%
- Dakota, 8.3%
- Hungarian, 8.3%
Pipefitter and foreman languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| German | 16.7% |
| Carrier | 16.7% |
| Dakota | 8.3% |
| Hungarian | 8.3% |
