States With the Most Women in Construction

The construction industry has long been dominated by men, with women now making up just 11.7% of the workforce, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by Construction Coverage. Nationwide, that figure represents approximately 1.3 million women compared with more than 10 million men in the construction sector.

The share of women in construction has grown in recent years, but it still remains low

Before 2016, the share of women in the construction workforce was just 9%, but it has grown steadily since then, climbing nearly every year before reaching 11.7% in 2024.

Which states are home to the most women in construction?

Delaware leads the nation in women construction workers. In Delaware, 14.2% of the construction workforce is made up of women. Florida follows just behind with its share of women construction workers at 13.5%, Alaska at 13.3%, Hawaii at 13.2%, and Washington at 13%. According to the report, many of these states offer higher wages in the construction industry, making them more appealing to women looking to enter the field.

Which states have the smallest share of women in construction?

Meanwhile, Vermont has the lowest share of women construction workers at 8.4%. Vermont is followed by Iowa at 9%, and then South Dakota and Connecticut, both of which report shares of 9.2%.