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Job outlook for production group leaders in the United States
Production group leader job and salary trends over time
Production group leader jobs over time
Production group leader job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 108,992 | 0.03% |
| 2020 | 103,880 | 0.03% |
| 2019 | 109,283 | 0.03% |
| 2018 | 107,844 | 0.03% |
| 2017 | 105,941 | 0.03% |
Average production group leader salary over time
Production group leader salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $38,596 | $18.56 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $37,650 | $18.10 | +1.5% |
| 2024 | $37,104 | $17.84 | +2.6% |
| 2023 | $36,152 | $17.38 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $35,482 | $17.06 | +2.6% |
Production group leader jobs by state
Most common states for production group leaders
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 292 | 42% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 2,175 | 32% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 229 | 30% |
| 4 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 833 | 27% |
| 5 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 522 | 27% |
| 6 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 276 | 26% |
| 7 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 1,038 | 25% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 215 | 25% |
| 9 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 727 | 23% |
| 10 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 313 | 23% |
| 11 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,449 | 22% |
| 12 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,263 | 22% |
| 13 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 235 | 22% |
| 14 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,553 | 21% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,180 | 21% |
| 16 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 410 | 20% |
| 17 | Alaska | 739,795 | 148 | 20% |
| 18 | Vermont | 623,657 | 126 | 20% |
| 19 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 2,096 | 18% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 243 | 18% |
Most common cities for production group leaders
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athens | 1 | 4% | $39,756 |
| 2 | Culver City | 1 | 3% | $46,805 |
| 3 | Hanover Park | 1 | 3% | $36,841 |
| 4 | Plainfield | 1 | 3% | $38,454 |
| 5 | Torrington | 1 | 3% | $63,110 |
| 6 | Idaho Falls | 1 | 2% | $31,387 |
| 7 | Plymouth | 1 | 1% | $36,909 |
| 8 | Sacramento | 2 | 0% | $53,584 |
| 9 | Baltimore | 1 | 0% | $53,384 |
| 10 | Memphis | 1 | 0% | $34,936 |
| 11 | San Jose | 1 | 0% | $53,423 |
Production Group Leader job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of production group leader experts
Goshen College
Bethel University
What skills stand out on Production Group Leader resumes?
Suzanne Ehst Ph.D.: While there are certain skills and experiences that we expect to see on a resume for teaching positions, there are some that make an applicant stand out. Try to find at least one of the following that you can highlight on a resume and cover letter: cross-cultural experience; proficiency with a second language; technology skills beyond basic word processing; skills that align with extra-curricular activities like athletics, the arts, or publishing.
Jessica Tangen Daniels Ph.D.
Associate Provost - Innovation and Partnerships, Program Director/Professor, Ed.D. Leadership in Higher EducationBethel University
Education Leadership
What skills will help Production Group Leaders earn the most?
Jessica Tangen Daniels Ph.D.: For educational leaders, I'm not convinced discrete skills equate to salary. Working hard and working well with others, with a disposition of humility and curiosity, is really powerful. Perhaps the combination of soft and hard skills gained through diverse experiences, positions, and institutional contexts results in the highest earning potential.