Automation Risk
Each occupation shows a probability of automation. A higher score means machines and algorithms are more likely to take over the role in the future.
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| SUMMARY |
11%
Minimal Risk
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10%
Minimal Risk
|
20%
Low Risk
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12%
Minimal Risk
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11%
Minimal Risk
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| JOB SCORE | 7.0/10 | 7.7/10 | 7.0/10 | 8.3/10 | 6.6/10 |
| POLLING |
26%
(Low Risk,
Based on 223 votes)
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30%
(Low Risk,
Based on 195 votes)
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28%
(Low Risk,
Based on 102 votes)
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29%
(Low Risk,
Based on 332 votes)
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24%
(Low Risk,
Based on 29 votes)
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GROWTH
by year 2034
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1.2%
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5.8%
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4.4%
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8.7%
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3.4%
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| WAGES |
$93,330
or $44.87 per hour
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$103,650
or $49.83 per hour
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$80,060
or $38.49 per hour
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$100,590
or $48.36 per hour
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$67,950
or $32.67 per hour
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VOLUME
as of 2024
|
59,710
|
34,520
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84,930
|
156,300
|
25,590
|
| SNOWFLAKE |
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| DESCRIPTION | Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. | Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms. | Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. | Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. | Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. |
Compare Occupations Side by Side
Curious how automation and AI could affect your career? Our comparison tool lets you view two or more jobs side by side, helping you quickly spot differences in risk level, pay, growth, and popularity. All of this is based on a mix of academic research, user polling, and official labour data.
Job Score
A quick summary of how a job performs overall — factoring in wages, growth, volume, and automation risk. It’s a handy way to see the bigger picture at a glance.
Polling Data
Thousands of visitors cast their votes on how “automatable” each job feels. These community insights are shown alongside the calculated probabilities.
Growth & Wages
See how fast each occupation is projected to grow and what people earn on average. High wages don’t always mean high security — automation risk still matters.
Volume of Workers
Explore how many people currently work in each occupation and in which year the data was recorded. Popularity can affect how disruptive automation will be for the wider economy.
The Snowflake Diagram
Each snowflake visualises the balance between automation risk, wages, growth, and job volume. Bigger and greener areas mean stronger performance in that dimension.
Use this comparison page to research careers, guide students, or simply explore the future of work. All data is regularly updated to keep the results relevant.