Stone setter demographics and statistics in the US
Stone setter demographics research summary. Zippia estimates stone setter demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our stone setter estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about stone setters after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 6,676 stone setters currently employed in the United States.
- 18.4% of all stone setters are women, while 81.6% are men.
- The average stone setter age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of stone setters is White (59.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (25.4%), Black or African American (8.0%) and Unknown (4.2%).
- Stone setters are most in-demand in Clay, CA.
- The technology industry is the highest-paying for stone setters.
- 1% of all stone setters are LGBT.
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Stone setter demographics by:
Stone setter gender statistics
18.4% of stone setters are women and 81.6% of stone setters are men.
- Male, 81.6%
- Female, 18.4%
Stone setter gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 81.6% |
| Female | 18.4% |
Stone setter gender pay gap
Women earn $1.06 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$47,572
Female income
$50,267
Stone setter gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in stone setter positions over time. Currently, 18.4% of stone setters are female.
Stone setter gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.19% | 21.81% |
| 2011 | 88.97% | 11.03% |
| 2012 | 80.74% | 19.26% |
| 2013 | 89.65% | 10.35% |
| 2014 | 75.18% | 24.82% |
| 2015 | 76.28% | 23.72% |
| 2016 | 89.77% | 10.23% |
| 2017 | 81.94% | 18.06% |
| 2018 | 87.41% | 12.59% |
| 2019 | 69.79% | 30.21% |
| 2020 | 79.49% | 20.51% |
| 2021 | 81.59% | 18.41% |
Stone setter related jobs gender ratio
We compared stone setters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, water softener installer and insulation worker have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Composition Floor Setter | 34% | 66% |
| Stone Setter | 82% | 18% |
| Gas Fitter | 97% | 3% |
| Insulation Worker | 97% | 2% |
| Water Softener Installer | 97% | 3% |
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Stone setter demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among stone setters is White, which makes up 59.8% of all stone setters. Comparatively, 25.4% of stone setters are Hispanic or Latino and 8.0% of stone setters are Black or African American.
- White, 59.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 25.4%
- Black or African American, 8.0%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- Asian, 1.8%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Stone setter race
| Stone setter race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25.4% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| Asian | 1.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Stone setter race and ethnicity over time
See how stone setter racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Stone setter race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.77% | 10.12% | 1.05% | 21.53% |
| 2011 | 64.44% | 11.96% | 0.96% | 19.89% |
| 2012 | 62.67% | 10.91% | 1.11% | 23.17% |
| 2013 | 61.13% | 10.79% | 0.91% | 24.65% |
| 2014 | 61.39% | 9.57% | 1.02% | 24.77% |
| 2015 | 62.20% | 10.24% | 0.74% | 24.31% |
| 2016 | 61.59% | 7.77% | 0.45% | 26.75% |
| 2017 | 60.64% | 10.44% | 1.15% | 24.82% |
| 2018 | 59.38% | 9.14% | 1.15% | 27.71% |
| 2019 | 62.01% | 8.15% | 1.12% | 25.42% |
| 2020 | 62.12% | 8.38% | 0.93% | 24.66% |
| 2021 | 59.79% | 8.01% | 1.77% | 25.44% |
Stone setter wage gap by race
According to our data, white stone setters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american stone setters have the lowest average salary at $43,675.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $49,322 |
| White | $50,261 |
| Black or African American | $43,675 |
| Asian | $49,778 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $45,210 |
Average stone setter age
See how the average age of stone setters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Stone setter age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41 | |
| White | 45 | |
| Black or African American | 50 | |
| Asian | 55 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 |
Stone setter age breakdown
The average age of stone setters is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the stone setter population.
Stone setter age breakdown
| Stone Setter Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Stone setter educational attainment
The most common degree for stone setters is high school diploma, with 49% of stone setters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 29% and bachelor's degree degree at 10%.
- High School Diploma, 49%
- Bachelor's, 29%
- Associate, 10%
- Diploma, 5%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Stone setters by degree level
| Stone setter degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 49% |
| Bachelor's | 29% |
| Associate | 10% |
| Diploma | 5% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Stone setter wage gap by degree level
According to the data, stone setters with a High School Diploma degree earn more than those without, at $49,737 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, stone setters earn a median annual income of $49,508 compared to $48,270 for stone setters with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $49,737 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $49,508 |
| No Education | $43,660 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $48,270 |
Stone setter employment statistics
Company size where stone setters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where stone setters work.
Stone setter jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 9% |
Stone setter jobs by industry
The most common industries for stone setters are retail, manufacturing and finance.
Stone setter industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Retail | 25% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Finance | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Technology | 9% |
| Government | 6% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Media | 3% |
| Automotive | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
Stone setter turnover and employment statistics
Stone setter unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for stone setters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Stone setter unemployment rate by year
| Year | Stone setter unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26.20% |
| 2011 | 22.61% |
| 2012 | 19.94% |
| 2013 | 15.90% |
| 2014 | 13.10% |
| 2015 | 10.72% |
| 2016 | 8.92% |
| 2017 | 7.10% |
| 2018 | 6.94% |
| 2019 | 7.48% |
| 2020 | 8.32% |
| 2021 | 10.11% |
Average stone setter tenure
The average stone setter stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 227 stone setters resumes in Zippia's database.
Stone setter tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 23% |
| 1-2 years | 25% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 14% |
Stone setter LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of stone setters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Setter | 1.40% | - |
| Shingles Roofer | 1.43% | 1,217 |
| Drywall Taper | 1.75% | 13,470 |
| Dowel Pin Worker | 2.24% | 19,405 |
| Sign Technician | 2.76% | 61,042 |
| Floor Renovator | 3.39% | 16,276 |
| Tinker | 4.07% | 960 |
Similar stone setter jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Shingles Roofer | 1.43% | 1,217 |
| Drywall Taper | 1.75% | 13,470 |
| Dowel Pin Worker | 2.24% | 19,405 |
| Sign Technician | 2.76% | 61,042 |
| Floor Renovator | 3.39% | 16,276 |
| Tinker | 4.07% | 960 |
Foreign languages spoken by stone setters
The most common foreign language among stone setters is Spanish at 36.4%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 18.2% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 9.1%.
- Spanish, 36.4%
- Portuguese, 18.2%
- Chinese, 9.1%
- French, 9.1%
- Cantonese, 9.1%
- Other, 18.1%
Stone setter languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 36.4% |
| Portuguese | 18.2% |
| Chinese | 9.1% |
| French | 9.1% |
| Cantonese | 9.1% |
| Other | 18.1% |
