Public works inspector demographics and statistics in the US
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Public works inspector gender statistics
7.4% of public works inspectors are women and 92.6% of public works inspectors are men.
- Male, 92.6%
- Female, 7.4%
Public works inspector gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.6% |
| Female | 7.4% |
Public works inspector gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$48,691
Female income
$45,685
Public works inspector gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in public works inspector positions over time. Currently, 7.4% of public works inspectors are female.
Public works inspector gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.98% | 5.02% |
| 2011 | 94.20% | 5.80% |
| 2012 | 94.30% | 5.70% |
| 2013 | 93.64% | 6.36% |
| 2014 | 93.90% | 6.10% |
| 2015 | 93.46% | 6.54% |
| 2016 | 93.97% | 6.03% |
| 2017 | 93.92% | 6.08% |
| 2018 | 93.58% | 6.42% |
| 2019 | 93.26% | 6.74% |
| 2020 | 92.86% | 7.14% |
| 2021 | 92.62% | 7.38% |
Public works inspector related jobs gender ratio
We compared public works inspectors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Public Works Inspector | 93% | 7% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Public works inspector demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among public works inspectors is White, which makes up 60.9% of all public works inspectors. Comparatively, 16.6% of public works inspectors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.5% of public works inspectors are Black or African American.
- White, 60.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.6%
- Black or African American, 9.5%
- Asian, 7.6%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
Public works inspector race
| Public works inspector race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.5% |
| Asian | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.9% |
Public works inspector race and ethnicity over time
See how public works inspector racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Public works inspector race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 66.98% | 10.66% | 5.94% | 13.69% |
| 2011 | 68.88% | 9.42% | 6.07% | 12.77% |
| 2012 | 67.73% | 9.95% | 5.85% | 13.30% |
| 2013 | 66.86% | 9.42% | 6.61% | 13.89% |
| 2014 | 67.02% | 10.10% | 6.28% | 13.60% |
| 2015 | 66.09% | 10.35% | 6.90% | 13.73% |
| 2016 | 66.16% | 8.82% | 6.98% | 14.58% |
| 2017 | 66.62% | 9.21% | 6.99% | 14.30% |
| 2018 | 65.52% | 9.29% | 7.23% | 14.43% |
| 2019 | 63.91% | 10.00% | 7.16% | 15.89% |
| 2020 | 62.67% | 9.00% | 7.05% | 16.35% |
| 2021 | 60.85% | 9.53% | 7.65% | 16.61% |
Public works inspector wage gap by race
According to our data, asian public works inspectors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american public works inspectors have the lowest average salary at $45,691.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,807 |
| White | $49,593 |
| Black or African American | $45,691 |
| Asian | $50,461 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $48,055 |
Average public works inspector age
See how the average age of public works inspectors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Public works inspector age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 48.5 | 45 |
| White | 46 | 48 |
| Black or African American | 48 | 46 |
| Asian | 43 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 42.5 |
Public works inspector age breakdown
The average age of public works inspectors is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the public works inspector population.
Public works inspector age breakdown
| Public Works Inspector Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 5% |
Public works inspector educational attainment
The most common degree for public works inspectors is bachelor's degree, with 48% of public works inspectors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 25% and associate degree degree at 16%.
- Bachelor's, 48%
- Associate, 25%
- High School Diploma, 16%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Public works inspectors by degree level
| Public works inspector degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 48% |
| Associate | 25% |
| High School Diploma | 16% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Public works inspector wage gap by degree level
According to the data, public works inspectors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $72,159 annually. With a Master's degree, public works inspectors earn a median annual income of $60,998 compared to $52,427 for public works inspectors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $60,998 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,541 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,427 |
| Doctorate Degree | $72,159 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $42,818 |
Public works inspector employment statistics
Company size where public works inspectors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where public works inspectors work.
Public works inspector jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 46% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 14% |
| > 10,000 employees | 3% |
Public works inspector turnover and employment statistics
Public works inspector unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for public works inspectors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Public works inspector unemployment rate by year
| Year | Public works inspector unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.28% |
| 2011 | 3.95% |
| 2012 | 4.06% |
| 2013 | 3.41% |
| 2014 | 2.20% |
| 2015 | 2.51% |
| 2016 | 2.15% |
| 2017 | 1.63% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 1.73% |
| 2020 | 2.14% |
| 2021 | 3.03% |
Average public works inspector tenure
The average public works inspector stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 155 public works inspectors resumes in Zippia's database.
Public works inspector tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 20% |
| 8-10 years | 9% |
| 11+ years | 19% |
Public works inspector LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of public works inspectors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Printing Estimator | 4.41% | 11,945 |
| Logistician | 8.65% | 9,995 |
| Industrial Relations Analyst | 8.93% | 30,558 |
| Marketing And Advertising Specialist | 10.00% | 84,570 |
| Alternative Energy Technician | 11.05% | 8,084 |
| Public Works Inspector | 11.64% | - |
| Professional Fundraiser | 19.25% | 43,441 |
Similar public works inspector jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Printing Estimator | 4.41% | 11,945 |
| Logistician | 8.65% | 9,995 |
| Industrial Relations Analyst | 8.93% | 30,558 |
| Marketing And Advertising Specialist | 10.00% | 84,570 |
| Alternative Energy Technician | 11.05% | 8,084 |
| Professional Fundraiser | 19.25% | 43,441 |
Foreign languages spoken by public works inspectors
- Spanish, 100.0%
Public works inspector languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |
