Tree and shrub technician demographics and statistics in the US
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Tree and shrub technician gender statistics
7.3% of tree and shrub technicians are women and 92.7% of tree and shrub technicians are men.
- Male, 92.7%
- Female, 7.3%
Tree and shrub technician gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 92.7% |
| Female | 7.3% |
Tree and shrub technician gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,641
Female income
$31,687
Tree and shrub technician gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in tree and shrub technician positions over time. Currently, 7.3% of tree and shrub technicians are female.
Tree and shrub technician gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.50% | 7.50% |
| 2011 | 94.02% | 5.98% |
| 2012 | 93.99% | 6.01% |
| 2013 | 93.60% | 6.40% |
| 2014 | 93.83% | 6.17% |
| 2015 | 93.70% | 6.30% |
| 2016 | 93.25% | 6.75% |
| 2017 | 93.82% | 6.18% |
| 2018 | 92.98% | 7.02% |
| 2019 | 92.81% | 7.19% |
| 2020 | 93.02% | 6.98% |
| 2021 | 92.72% | 7.28% |
Tree and shrub technician related jobs gender ratio
We compared tree and shrub technicians with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, tree climber and chemical mixer/loader have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Mall Plant Caretaker | 32% | 68% |
| Tree And Shrub Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Ground Crewman | 98% | 2% |
| Chemical Mixer/Loader | 98% | 2% |
| Tree Climber | 98% | 2% |
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Tree and shrub technician demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among tree and shrub technicians is White, which makes up 62.5% of all tree and shrub technicians. Comparatively, 21.2% of tree and shrub technicians are Hispanic or Latino and 9.7% of tree and shrub technicians are Black or African American.
- White, 62.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 21.2%
- Black or African American, 9.7%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- Asian, 1.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Tree and shrub technician race
| Tree and shrub technician race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 62.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 21.2% |
| Black or African American | 9.7% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| Asian | 1.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Tree and shrub technician race and ethnicity over time
See how tree and shrub technician racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Tree and shrub technician race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.73% | 10.74% | 1.57% | 19.45% |
| 2011 | 65.17% | 11.80% | 1.57% | 18.65% |
| 2012 | 66.42% | 11.73% | 1.59% | 17.39% |
| 2013 | 66.30% | 10.98% | 1.49% | 18.51% |
| 2014 | 67.02% | 10.88% | 1.48% | 17.62% |
| 2015 | 67.36% | 10.96% | 1.90% | 17.18% |
| 2016 | 67.39% | 10.90% | 1.60% | 17.16% |
| 2017 | 68.77% | 10.25% | 1.53% | 16.48% |
| 2018 | 67.30% | 10.42% | 1.61% | 17.93% |
| 2019 | 68.27% | 9.97% | 1.75% | 16.86% |
| 2020 | 65.96% | 11.07% | 1.92% | 16.32% |
| 2021 | 62.47% | 9.72% | 1.65% | 21.22% |
Tree and shrub technician wage gap by race
According to our data, white tree and shrub technicians have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american tree and shrub technicians have the lowest average salary at $31,934.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,431 |
| White | $33,214 |
| Black or African American | $31,934 |
| Asian | $32,763 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,876 |
Average tree and shrub technician age
See how the average age of tree and shrub technicians varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Tree and shrub technician age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 45 |
| Unknown | 39 | 33 |
| Asian | 49 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 41 | 43 |
| White | 39 | 43 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 39 |
Tree and shrub technician age breakdown
The average age of tree and shrub technicians is 40+ years years old, representing 53% of the tree and shrub technician population.
Tree and shrub technician age breakdown
| Tree And Shrub Technician Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 53% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 21% |
Tree and shrub technician educational attainment
The most common degree for tree and shrub technicians is high school diploma, with 29% of tree and shrub technicians earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 27% and associate degree degree at 27%.
- High School Diploma, 29%
- Associate, 27%
- Bachelor's, 27%
- Diploma, 8%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Tree and shrub technicians by degree level
| Tree and shrub technician degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 29% |
| Associate | 27% |
| Bachelor's | 27% |
| Diploma | 8% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Tree and shrub technician wage gap by degree level
According to the data, tree and shrub technicians with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $34,334 annually. With a Associate degree, tree and shrub technicians earn a median annual income of $33,205 compared to $32,478 for tree and shrub technicians with an Master's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $32,478 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $31,778 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,334 |
| No Education | $31,067 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $33,205 |
Tree and shrub technician employment statistics
Most tree and shrub technicians work for a private in the government industry.
Company size where tree and shrub technicians work
Below, you can see the size of companies where tree and shrub technicians work.
Tree and shrub technician jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 21% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 12% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 27% |
| > 10,000 employees | 6% |
Tree and shrub technician jobs by company type
Employees with the tree and shrub technician job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most tree and shrub technicians prefer to work at private companies over government companies.
Tree and shrub technician jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Public | 16% |
| Private | 56% |
| Government | 28% |
Tree and shrub technician jobs by industry
The most common industries for tree and shrub technicians are government, construction and media.
Tree and shrub technician industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Government | 27% |
| Construction | 12% |
| Media | 9% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Start-up | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Utilities | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Internet | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
Tree and shrub technician turnover and employment statistics
Tree and shrub technician unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for tree and shrub technicians between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Tree and shrub technician unemployment rate by year
| Year | Tree and shrub technician unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17.48% |
| 2011 | 16.48% |
| 2012 | 15.70% |
| 2013 | 14.62% |
| 2014 | 13.12% |
| 2015 | 11.22% |
| 2016 | 9.88% |
| 2017 | 9.97% |
| 2018 | 9.13% |
| 2019 | 7.84% |
| 2020 | 10.49% |
| 2021 | 8.73% |
Average tree and shrub technician tenure
The average tree and shrub technician stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 164 tree and shrub technicians resumes in Zippia's database.
Tree and shrub technician tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Tree and shrub technician LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of tree and shrub technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Supervisor | 2.17% | 7,057 |
| Tree And Shrub Technician | 3.35% | - |
| Tree Care Foreman | 3.47% | 67,229 |
| Rooming House Keeper | 4.45% | 79,698 |
| Sanitizer | 4.88% | 60,211 |
| Weed Eradicator | 5.27% | 9 |
| Janitorial Services Supervisor | 7.41% | 70,269 |
Similar tree and shrub technician jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Supervisor | 2.17% | 7,057 |
| Tree Care Foreman | 3.47% | 67,229 |
| Rooming House Keeper | 4.45% | 79,698 |
| Sanitizer | 4.88% | 60,211 |
| Weed Eradicator | 5.27% | 9 |
| Janitorial Services Supervisor | 7.41% | 70,269 |
Foreign languages spoken by tree and shrub technicians
- Spanish, 100.0%
Tree and shrub technician languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |