Economists
Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services.
SOC 19-3011
AI exposure: 38/100
exposed tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economists | 38 | $115,730 | +6% | 20,600 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Mathematics
- Analytics
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Research
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Economists?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Economists role. Its 38/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 38/100, in the Exposed band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $115,730 median annual wage and 6% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
Related occupations
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematicians | 38 | $120,950 | +3% | 3,100 |
| Computer Network Architects | 38 | $129,840 | +3% | 182,900 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | 38 | $100,360 | +1% | 327,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Managers | 38 | $136,380 | +2% | 18,300 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | 38 | $76,080 | +3% | 35,800 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | 38 | $73,410 | +6% | 217,100 |
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