Residential builder demographics and statistics in the US
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Residential builder gender statistics
17.2% of residential builders are women and 82.8% of residential builders are men.
- Male, 82.8%
- Female, 17.2%
Residential builder gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 82.8% |
| Female | 17.2% |
Residential builder gender pay gap
Women earn 80¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$45,658
Female income
$36,522
Residential builder gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in residential builder positions over time. Currently, 17.2% of residential builders are female.
Residential builder gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.78% | 12.22% |
| 2011 | 88.13% | 11.87% |
| 2012 | 87.69% | 12.31% |
| 2013 | 88.27% | 11.73% |
| 2014 | 89.53% | 10.47% |
| 2015 | 85.82% | 14.18% |
| 2016 | 87.33% | 12.67% |
| 2017 | 84.91% | 15.09% |
| 2018 | 83.37% | 16.63% |
| 2019 | 88.31% | 11.69% |
| 2020 | 85.16% | 14.84% |
| 2021 | 82.79% | 17.21% |
Residential builder related jobs gender ratio
We compared residential builders 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% |
| Residential Builder | 83% | 17% |
| Concreting Supervisor | 99% | 1% |
| Fence Installer Foreman | 99% | 1% |
| Mason Foreman/Superintendant | 100% | 0% |
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Residential builder demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among residential builders is White, which makes up 69.4% of all residential builders. Comparatively, 18.1% of residential builders are Hispanic or Latino and 6.0% of residential builders are Black or African American.
- White, 69.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.1%
- Black or African American, 6.0%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 1.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
Residential builder race
| Residential builder race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.1% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.1% |
Residential builder race and ethnicity over time
See how residential builder racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Residential builder race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.99% | 5.74% | 1.22% | 10.81% |
| 2011 | 78.76% | 6.71% | 1.18% | 10.82% |
| 2012 | 79.41% | 6.07% | 1.38% | 10.64% |
| 2013 | 79.26% | 5.63% | 1.14% | 11.41% |
| 2014 | 77.84% | 6.01% | 1.16% | 12.40% |
| 2015 | 78.21% | 6.00% | 1.32% | 11.95% |
| 2016 | 77.09% | 6.10% | 1.24% | 13.20% |
| 2017 | 75.74% | 6.45% | 1.08% | 14.06% |
| 2018 | 75.55% | 5.61% | 1.30% | 15.19% |
| 2019 | 73.89% | 6.03% | 1.38% | 15.93% |
| 2020 | 72.26% | 6.38% | 1.23% | 15.41% |
| 2021 | 69.39% | 6.01% | 1.46% | 18.10% |
Residential builder wage gap by race
According to our data, asian residential builders have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american residential builders have the lowest average salary at $40,992.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $44,431 |
| White | $47,980 |
| Black or African American | $40,992 |
| Asian | $51,121 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $44,417 |
Average residential builder age
See how the average age of residential builders varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Residential builder 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 |
Residential builder age breakdown
The average age of residential builders is 40+ years years old, representing 68% of the residential builder population.
Residential builder age breakdown
| Residential Builder Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 68% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 7% |
Residential builder educational attainment
The most common degree for residential builders is bachelor's degree, with 47% of residential builders earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 23% and associate degree degree at 17%.
- Bachelor's, 47%
- Associate, 23%
- High School Diploma, 17%
- Diploma, 4%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Residential builders by degree level
| Residential builder degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 47% |
| Associate | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 17% |
| Diploma | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Residential builder wage gap by degree level
According to the data, residential builders with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $57,054 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, residential builders earn a median annual income of $49,178 compared to $47,198 for residential builders with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $57,054 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $43,703 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,178 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,198 |
Residential builder employment statistics
Most residential builders work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where residential builders work
Below, you can see the size of companies where residential builders work.
Residential builder jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 18% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 17% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 22% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Residential builder jobs by company type
Employees with the residential builder job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most residential builders prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Residential builder jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 78% |
| Government | 1% |
Residential builder jobs by industry
The most common industries for residential builders are construction, professional and real estate.
Residential builder industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 24% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Real Estate | 10% |
| Finance | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Manufacturing | 6% |
| Technology | 5% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Residential builder turnover and employment statistics
Residential builder unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for residential builders between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Residential builder unemployment rate by year
| Year | Residential builder 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 residential builder tenure
The average residential builder stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 451 residential builders resumes in Zippia's database.
Residential builder tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 30% |
Residential builder LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of residential builders 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 |
| Helper/Apprentice | 1.77% | 22,620 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Residential Builder | 2.35% | - |
| Roughneck | 2.60% | 134 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Similar residential builder jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Operator-Driver | 1.69% | 607,301 |
| Coal Miner | 1.71% | 391 |
| Helper/Apprentice | 1.77% | 22,620 |
| Drywall Finisher | 2.14% | 14,312 |
| Roughneck | 2.60% | 134 |
| Industrial Painter | 5.83% | 12,353 |
Foreign languages spoken by residential builders
The most common foreign language among residential builders is Italian at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Spanish at 40.0% and Korean is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Italian, 40.0%
- Spanish, 40.0%
- Korean, 20.0%
Residential builder languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Italian | 40.0% |
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| Korean | 20.0% |
