Sanitation superintendent demographics and statistics in the US
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Sanitation superintendent gender statistics
8.2% of sanitation superintendents are women and 91.8% of sanitation superintendents are men.
- Male, 91.8%
- Female, 8.2%
Sanitation superintendent gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.8% |
| Female | 8.2% |
Sanitation superintendent gender pay gap
Women earn 87¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$46,142
Female income
$40,309
Sanitation superintendent gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in sanitation superintendent positions over time. Currently, 8.2% of sanitation superintendents are female.
Sanitation superintendent gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93.27% | 6.73% |
| 2011 | 93.21% | 6.79% |
| 2012 | 93.48% | 6.52% |
| 2013 | 93.62% | 6.38% |
| 2014 | 93.41% | 6.59% |
| 2015 | 93.00% | 7.00% |
| 2016 | 93.19% | 6.81% |
| 2017 | 93.08% | 6.92% |
| 2018 | 92.43% | 7.57% |
| 2019 | 92.97% | 7.03% |
| 2020 | 92.36% | 7.64% |
| 2021 | 91.84% | 8.16% |
Sanitation superintendent related jobs gender ratio
We compared sanitation superintendents with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, pressroom foreman and tubing supervisor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Word Processing Supervisor | 13% | 88% |
| Dental Laboratory Supervisor | 21% | 79% |
| Embroidery Supervisor | 24% | 76% |
| Sanitation Superintendent | 92% | 8% |
| Machine Shop Foreman | 98% | 2% |
| Tubing Supervisor | 98% | 2% |
| Pressroom Foreman | 99% | 1% |
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Sanitation superintendent demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among sanitation superintendents is White, which makes up 68.6% of all sanitation superintendents. Comparatively, 14.1% of sanitation superintendents are Hispanic or Latino and 8.8% of sanitation superintendents are Black or African American.
- White, 68.6%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.1%
- Black or African American, 8.8%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- Asian, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Sanitation superintendent race
| Sanitation superintendent race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 68.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.8% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| Asian | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Sanitation superintendent race and ethnicity over time
See how sanitation superintendent racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Sanitation superintendent race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.32% | 8.29% | 3.17% | 11.51% |
| 2011 | 75.49% | 8.19% | 3.12% | 11.58% |
| 2012 | 74.78% | 8.19% | 3.10% | 12.10% |
| 2013 | 76.13% | 7.30% | 3.30% | 11.69% |
| 2014 | 74.49% | 7.70% | 3.52% | 12.38% |
| 2015 | 74.53% | 7.90% | 3.23% | 12.65% |
| 2016 | 73.57% | 7.91% | 3.35% | 13.36% |
| 2017 | 73.00% | 8.50% | 3.87% | 12.57% |
| 2018 | 74.29% | 7.63% | 3.45% | 12.91% |
| 2019 | 72.59% | 8.17% | 3.70% | 13.67% |
| 2020 | 71.49% | 7.77% | 3.85% | 12.85% |
| 2021 | 68.64% | 8.77% | 3.86% | 14.09% |
Sanitation superintendent wage gap by race
According to our data, white sanitation superintendents have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american sanitation superintendents have the lowest average salary at $43,693.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $45,109 |
| White | $48,054 |
| Black or African American | $43,693 |
| Asian | $47,943 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $46,062 |
Average sanitation superintendent age
See how the average age of sanitation superintendents varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Sanitation superintendent age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 48 | 48 |
| Unknown | 45 | 44 |
| Asian | 45.5 | 47 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 45 | 45 |
| White | 48 | 49 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Sanitation superintendent age breakdown
The average age of sanitation superintendents is 40+ years years old, representing 71% of the sanitation superintendent population.
Sanitation superintendent age breakdown
| Sanitation Superintendent Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 71% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 6% |
Sanitation superintendent educational attainment
The most common degree for sanitation superintendents is bachelor's degree, with 63% of sanitation superintendents earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 17% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 63%
- Associate, 17%
- Master's, 7%
- Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 10%
Sanitation superintendents by degree level
| Sanitation superintendent degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 63% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 10% |
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Sanitation superintendent wage gap by degree level
According to the data, sanitation superintendents with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $57,449 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, sanitation superintendents earn a median annual income of $49,291 compared to $43,518 for sanitation superintendents with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $57,449 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $39,168 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,291 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $43,518 |
Sanitation superintendent employment statistics
Most sanitation superintendents work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where sanitation superintendents work
Below, you can see the size of companies where sanitation superintendents work.
Sanitation superintendent jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 100 - 500 employees | 39% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 4% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 39% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Sanitation superintendent jobs by company type
Employees with the sanitation superintendent job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most sanitation superintendents prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Sanitation superintendent jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 70% |
| Government | 11% |
Sanitation superintendent jobs by industry
The most common industries for sanitation superintendents are manufacturing, retail and government.
Sanitation superintendent industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 44% |
| Retail | 19% |
| Fortune 500 | 16% |
| Government | 9% |
| Hospitality | 6% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Agriculture | 3% |
Sanitation superintendent turnover and employment statistics
Sanitation superintendent unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for sanitation superintendents between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Sanitation superintendent unemployment rate by year
| Year | Sanitation superintendent unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.60% |
| 2011 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 4.56% |
| 2013 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 2.82% |
| 2015 | 2.49% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 1.74% |
| 2019 | 1.98% |
| 2020 | 3.23% |
| 2021 | 3.00% |
Average sanitation superintendent tenure
The average sanitation superintendent stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 57 sanitation superintendents resumes in Zippia's database.
Sanitation superintendent tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 9% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 21% |
| 5-7 years | 21% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Sanitation superintendent LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of sanitation superintendents 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Control Operator | 2.83% | 64,435 |
| Quality Control Inspector | 3.84% | 92,794 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Sanitation Superintendent | 5.63% | - |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Similar sanitation superintendent jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Operator | 2.37% | 43,388 |
| Control Operator | 2.83% | 64,435 |
| Quality Control Inspector | 3.84% | 92,794 |
| Laundry Attendant | 5.06% | 49,030 |
| Petroleum Supply Specialist | 9.20% | 17,014 |
| Scanner Operator | 20.58% | 29,750 |
Foreign languages spoken by sanitation superintendents
- Spanish, 75.0%
- Portuguese, 25.0%
Sanitation superintendent languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 75.0% |
| Portuguese | 25.0% |