Postal supervisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Postal supervisor gender statistics
40.1% of postal supervisors are women and 59.9% of postal supervisors are men.
- Male, 59.9%
- Female, 40.1%
Postal supervisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 59.9% |
| Female | 40.1% |
Postal supervisor gender pay gap
Women earn 86¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$51,687
Female income
$44,423
Postal supervisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in postal supervisor positions over time. Currently, 40.1% of postal supervisors are female.
Postal supervisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.60% | 35.40% |
| 2011 | 64.92% | 35.08% |
| 2012 | 64.52% | 35.48% |
| 2013 | 65.15% | 34.85% |
| 2014 | 64.06% | 35.94% |
| 2015 | 63.85% | 36.15% |
| 2016 | 63.44% | 36.56% |
| 2017 | 62.67% | 37.33% |
| 2018 | 63.91% | 36.09% |
| 2019 | 61.26% | 38.74% |
| 2020 | 61.15% | 38.85% |
| 2021 | 59.89% | 40.11% |
Postal supervisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared postal supervisors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pipeline superintendent and agronomy research manager have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing Director | 7% | 93% |
| Early Childhood Services Coordinator | 7% | 93% |
| Tourist Home Keeper | 8% | 92% |
| Postal Supervisor | 60% | 40% |
| Station Superintendent | 98% | 2% |
| Agronomy Research Manager | 98% | 2% |
| Pipeline Superintendent | 99% | 1% |
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Postal supervisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among postal supervisors is White, which makes up 65.8% of all postal supervisors. Comparatively, 13.3% of postal supervisors are Hispanic or Latino and 8.0% of postal supervisors are Black or African American.
- White, 65.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.3%
- Black or African American, 8.0%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 4.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Postal supervisor race
| Postal supervisor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.3% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 4.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Postal supervisor race and ethnicity over time
See how postal supervisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Postal supervisor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.02% | 7.67% | 5.46% | 10.71% |
| 2011 | 74.24% | 7.73% | 5.42% | 10.34% |
| 2012 | 73.35% | 7.73% | 5.73% | 10.89% |
| 2013 | 73.28% | 7.43% | 6.21% | 10.80% |
| 2014 | 72.39% | 7.67% | 6.27% | 11.28% |
| 2015 | 71.78% | 7.82% | 6.52% | 11.46% |
| 2016 | 71.76% | 7.60% | 6.54% | 11.47% |
| 2017 | 70.84% | 7.61% | 7.13% | 11.78% |
| 2018 | 70.99% | 7.57% | 6.75% | 12.04% |
| 2019 | 70.52% | 7.34% | 6.80% | 12.69% |
| 2020 | 67.74% | 7.72% | 6.98% | 12.87% |
| 2021 | 65.77% | 8.02% | 7.49% | 13.32% |
Postal supervisor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian postal supervisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american postal supervisors have the lowest average salary at $47,401.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $50,028 |
| White | $51,772 |
| Black or African American | $47,401 |
| Asian | $60,413 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $49,739 |
Average postal supervisor age
See how the average age of postal supervisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Postal supervisor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 50 | 49 |
| Unknown | 46 | 44 |
| Asian | 43 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 43 |
| White | 49 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 47 | 49 |
Postal supervisor age breakdown
The average age of postal supervisors is 40+ years years old, representing 73% of the postal supervisor population.
Postal supervisor age breakdown
| Postal Supervisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 73% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 4% |
Postal supervisor educational attainment
The most common degree for postal supervisors is bachelor's degree, with 40% of postal supervisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 34% and associate degree degree at 14%.
- Bachelor's, 40%
- Associate, 34%
- High School Diploma, 14%
- Master's, 5%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Postal supervisors by degree level
| Postal supervisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 40% |
| Associate | 34% |
| High School Diploma | 14% |
| Master's | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Postal supervisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, postal supervisors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $78,913 annually. With a Master's degree, postal supervisors earn a median annual income of $71,004 compared to $58,998 for postal supervisors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $71,004 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,566 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,998 |
| Doctorate Degree | $78,913 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,851 |
Postal supervisor employment statistics
Most postal supervisors work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where postal supervisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where postal supervisors work.
Postal supervisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 3% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 29% |
Postal supervisor jobs by company type
Employees with the postal supervisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most postal supervisors prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Postal supervisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 17% |
| Private | 50% |
| Government | 20% |
Postal supervisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for postal supervisors are government, technology and education.
Postal supervisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 20% |
| Technology | 20% |
| Education | 13% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Transportation | 10% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Media | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
Postal supervisor turnover and employment statistics
Postal supervisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for postal supervisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Postal supervisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Postal supervisor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.97% |
| 2011 | 4.42% |
| 2012 | 3.85% |
| 2013 | 3.27% |
| 2014 | 2.84% |
| 2015 | 2.50% |
| 2016 | 2.36% |
| 2017 | 2.12% |
| 2018 | 1.93% |
| 2019 | 1.85% |
| 2020 | 3.20% |
| 2021 | 3.27% |
Average postal supervisor tenure
The average postal supervisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 196 postal supervisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Postal supervisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 14% |
| 1-2 years | 40% |
| 3-4 years | 22% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Postal supervisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of postal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Contract Project Manager | 4.08% | 159,765 |
| Slot Operations Director | 8.19% | 64,353 |
| Postal Supervisor | 9.30% | - |
| Rent Control Office Manager | 11.54% | 64,732 |
| Nursing Services Manager | 11.66% | 140,521 |
| Residential Manager | 14.16% | 11,464 |
| City Wellness Coordinator | 16.20% | 28,022 |
Similar postal supervisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Contract Project Manager | 4.08% | 159,765 |
| Slot Operations Director | 8.19% | 64,353 |
| Rent Control Office Manager | 11.54% | 64,732 |
| Nursing Services Manager | 11.66% | 140,521 |
| Residential Manager | 14.16% | 11,464 |
| City Wellness Coordinator | 16.20% | 28,022 |
Foreign languages spoken by postal supervisors
The most common foreign language among postal supervisors is German at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 33.3% and Spanish is the third-most popular at 33.3%.
- German, 33.3%
- French, 33.3%
- Spanish, 33.3%
Postal supervisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| German | 33.3% |
| French | 33.3% |
| Spanish | 33.3% |