Agricultural Technicians

Moderate Risk
54%
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AUTOMATION RISK
CALCULATED
54%
(Moderate Risk)
POLLING
54%
(Moderate Risk)
Average: 54%
LABOR DEMAND
GROWTH
5.9%
by year 2033
WAGES
$43,180
or $20.76 per hour
Volume
13,150
as of 2023
SUMMARY
JOB SCORE
4.1/10

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Calculated automation risk

54% (Moderate Risk)

Moderate Risk (41-60%): Occupations with a moderate risk of automation usually involve routine tasks but still require some human judgment and interaction.

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54% chance of full automation within the next two decades

Our visitors have voted they are unsure if this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 54% chance of automation.

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Growth

Fast growth relative to other professions

The number of 'Agricultural Technicians' job openings is expected to rise 5.9% by 2033

Total employment, and estimated job openings

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the period between 2021 and 2031
Updated projections are due 09-2024.

Wages

Low paid relative to other professions

In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Agricultural Technicians' was $43,180, or $20 per hour

'Agricultural Technicians' were paid 10.2% lower than the national median wage, which stood at $48,060

Wages over time

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Volume

Significantly lower range of job opportunities compared to other professions

As of 2023 there were 13,150 people employed as 'Agricultural Technicians' within the United States.

This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country

Put another way, around 1 in 11 thousand people are employed as 'Agricultural Technicians'.

Job description

Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

SOC Code: 19-4012.00

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