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LOWEST PAID JOBS WITH HIGHEST AUTOMATION RISK

Jobs with a median salary of under $35,000 and an automation risk over 50%, ranked by automation risk (highest first).

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Occupation

Median wage (US)

Projected growth (by 2024)

Automation risk

1. Data Entry Keyers

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,100

Projected growth (by 2024):

-4%

Automation risk:

99%

2. Library Technicians

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,890

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

99%

3. Telemarketers

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,300

Projected growth (by 2024):

-3%

Automation risk:

99%

4. Sewers, Hand

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,520

Projected growth (by 2024):

-10%

Automation risk:

99%

5. Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,470

Projected growth (by 2024):

-33%

Automation risk:

99%

6. New Accounts Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,990

Projected growth (by 2024):

-8%

Automation risk:

99%

7. Driver/Sales Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,830

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

98%

8. Etchers and Engravers

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,110

Projected growth (by 2024):

-3%

Automation risk:

98%

9. Order Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,370

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

98%

10. Models

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,870

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

98%

11. Parts Salespersons

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,780

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

98%

12. Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,290

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

98%

13. Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,180

Projected growth (by 2024):

-2%

Automation risk:

98%

14. Tellers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,260

Projected growth (by 2024):

-8%

Automation risk:

98%

15. Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,660

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

98%

16. Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,350

Projected growth (by 2024):

-5%

Automation risk:

97%

17. Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,390

Projected growth (by 2024):

-8%

Automation risk:

97%

18. Counter and Rental Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,550

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

97%

19. File Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,090

Projected growth (by 2024):

-6%

Automation risk:

97%

20. Cashiers

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,180

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

97%

21. Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,720

Projected growth (by 2024):

-9%

Automation risk:

97%

22. Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,980

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

97%

23. Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,510

Projected growth (by 2024):

-2%

Automation risk:

97%

24. Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,270

Projected growth (by 2024):

-24%

Automation risk:

97%

25. Team Assemblers

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,060

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

97%

26. Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,150

Projected growth (by 2024):

-31%

Automation risk:

97%

27. Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,740

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

97%

28. Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,640

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

97%

29. Motion Picture Projectionists

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,100

Projected growth (by 2024):

-18%

Automation risk:

97%

30. Office Clerks, General

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,580

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

31. Receptionists and Information Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

96%

32. Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,030

Projected growth (by 2024):

-33%

Automation risk:

96%

33. Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,820

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

34. Rock Splitters, Quarry

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,020

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

35. Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Opera-

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,500

Projected growth (by 2024):

-22%

Automation risk:

96%

36. Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

37. Gaming Dealers

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,290

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

38. Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, and Coffee Shop

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,970

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

96%

39. Cooks, Restaurant

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,140

Projected growth (by 2024):

14%

Automation risk:

96%

40. Fabric Menders, Except Garment

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

-13%

Automation risk:

96%

41. Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming Investigators

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,630

Projected growth (by 2024):

-7%

Automation risk:

95%

42. Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Oper-

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,890

Projected growth (by 2024):

-22%

Automation risk:

95%

43. Library Assistants, Clerical

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,220

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

95%

44. Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,320

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

95%

45. Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,090

Projected growth (by 2024):

-26%

Automation risk:

95%

46. Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,790

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

95%

47. Print Binding and Finishing Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,410

Projected growth (by 2024):

-14%

Automation risk:

95%

48. Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,480

Projected growth (by 2024):

-25%

Automation risk:

95%

49. Manicurists and Pedicurists

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,150

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

95%

50. Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,310

Projected growth (by 2024):

-5%

Automation risk:

95%

51. Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,290

Projected growth (by 2024):

-7%

Automation risk:

95%

52. Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,150

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

94%

53. Helpers–Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,310

Projected growth (by 2024):

11%

Automation risk:

94%

54. Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,070

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

94%

55. Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,160

Projected growth (by 2024):

-19%

Automation risk:

94%

56. Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,490

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

94%

57. Waiters and Waitresses

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,990

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

94%

58. Door-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,330

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

94%

59. Cooks, Short Order

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,890

Projected growth (by 2024):

-5%

Automation risk:

94%

60. Couriers and Messengers

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,170

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

94%

61. Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,070

Projected growth (by 2024):

-9%

Automation risk:

94%

62. Bicycle Repairers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,630

Projected growth (by 2024):

22%

Automation risk:

94%

63. Butchers and Meat Cutters

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,870

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

93%

64. Conveyor Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,410

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

93%

65. Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,190

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

93%

66. Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Oper-

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,510

Projected growth (by 2024):

-14%

Automation risk:

93%

67. Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,870

Projected growth (by 2024):

-3%

Automation risk:

93%

68. Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,460

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

93%

69. Machine Feeders and Offbearers

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,410

Projected growth (by 2024):

-3%

Automation risk:

93%

70. Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,730

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

93%

71. Fence Erectors

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,150

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

72. Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,050

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

73. Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,440

Projected growth (by 2024):

11%

Automation risk:

92%

74. Helpers–Carpenters

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,810

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

75. Production Workers, All Other

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

76. Pharmacy Technicians

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

77. Plating and Coating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,280

Projected growth (by 2024):

-18%

Automation risk:

92%

78. Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,030

Projected growth (by 2024):

-2%

Automation risk:

92%

79. Office Machine Operators, Except Computer

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,460

Projected growth (by 2024):

-17%

Automation risk:

92%

80. Retail Salespersons

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,680

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

92%

81. Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,870

Projected growth (by 2024):

-24%

Automation risk:

91%

82. Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,200

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

91%

83. Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Ten-

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,790

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

91%

84. Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,570

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

91%

85. Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,600

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

91%

86. Tour Guides and Escorts

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

91%

87. Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plas-

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,340

Projected growth (by 2024):

-3%

Automation risk:

91%

88. Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,610

Projected growth (by 2024):

-6%

Automation risk:

90%

89. Sewing Machine Operators

Median Annual Wage (US):

23,670

Projected growth (by 2024):

-27%

Automation risk:

89%

90. Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,300

Projected growth (by 2024):

13%

Automation risk:

89%

91. Bus Drivers, School or Special Client

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,150

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

89%

92. Bakers

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,090

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

89%

93. Construction Laborers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,430

Projected growth (by 2024):

13%

Automation risk:

88%

94. Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Syn-

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,240

Projected growth (by 2024):

-14%

Automation risk:

88%

95. Furniture Finishers

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,550

Projected growth (by 2024):

-2%

Automation risk:

87%

96. Forest and Conservation Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,940

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

87%

97. Food Preparation Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,440

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

87%

98. Miscellaneous Agricultural Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

87%

99. Parking Lot Attendants

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,730

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

87%

100. Paperhangers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,770

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

87%

101. Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,870

Projected growth (by 2024):

-8%

Automation risk:

86%

102. Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,240

Projected growth (by 2024):

13%

Automation risk:

86%

103. Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,380

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

86%

104. Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,250

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

86%

105. Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,980

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

85%

106. Security Guards

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,770

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

84%

107. Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,240

Projected growth (by 2024):

-9%

Automation risk:

84%

108. Segmental Pavers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,530

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

83%

109. Helpers–Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Mar-

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,570

Projected growth (by 2024):

22%

Automation risk:

83%

110. Fishers and Related Fishing Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,110

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

83%

111. Gaming Change Persons and Booth Cashiers

Median Annual Wage (US):

23,780

Projected growth (by 2024):

-11%

Automation risk:

83%

112. Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,750

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

83%

113. Baggage Porters and Bellhops

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,260

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

83%

114. Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants

Median Annual Wage (US):

22,420

Projected growth (by 2024):

11%

Automation risk:

83%

115. Nonfarm Animal Caretakers

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,990

Projected growth (by 2024):

11%

Automation risk:

82%

116. Cooks, Fast Food

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,860

Projected growth (by 2024):

-15%

Automation risk:

81%

117. Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Ten-

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,550

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

81%

118. Medical Secretaries

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,730

Projected growth (by 2024):

21%

Automation risk:

81%

119. Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,300

Projected growth (by 2024):

-7%

Automation risk:

81%

120. Barbers

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,760

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

80%

121. Motorcycle Mechanics

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,720

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

79%

122. Shampooers

Median Annual Wage (US):

19,700

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

79%

123. Helpers–Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,510

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

79%

124. Medical Equipment Preparers

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,400

Projected growth (by 2024):

14%

Automation risk:

78%

125. Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders,

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,370

Projected growth (by 2024):

-21%

Automation risk:

78%

126. Hunters and Trappers

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

77%

127. Dishwashers

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,800

Projected growth (by 2024):

-4%

Automation risk:

77%

128. Bartenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,800

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

77%

129. Transportation Attendants, Except Flight Attendants

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,060

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

75%

130. Personal Care Aides

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,920

Projected growth (by 2024):

26%

Automation risk:

74%

131. Helpers–Electricians

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,530

Projected growth (by 2024):

18%

Automation risk:

74%

132. Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,940

Projected growth (by 2024):

-6%

Automation risk:

73%

133. Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,470

Projected growth (by 2024):

-26%

Automation risk:

73%

134. Amusement and Recreation Attendants

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,160

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

72%

135. Public Address System and Other Announcers

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,940

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

72%

136. Pharmacy Aides

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,240

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

72%

137. Helpers–Roofers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,670

Projected growth (by 2024):

15%

Automation risk:

72%

138. Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,510

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

71%

139. Construction and Related Workers, All Other

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

71%

140. Food Batchmakers

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,810

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

70%

141. Tire Repairers and Changers

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,040

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

70%

142. Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

Median Annual Wage (US):

21,820

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

69%

143. Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers

Median Annual Wage (US):

30,580

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

69%

144. Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Work-

Median Annual Wage (US):

20,290

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

67%

145. Foundry Mold and Coremakers

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,790

Projected growth (by 2024):

-28%

Automation risk:

67%

146. Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,190

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

66%

147. Helpers–Production Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

24,830

Projected growth (by 2024):

-4%

Automation risk:

66%

148. Pest Control Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

33,040

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

66%

149. Computer Support Specialists

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

65%

150. Stock Clerks and Order Fillers

Median Annual Wage (US):

23,840

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

64%

151. Cutters and Trimmers, Hand

Median Annual Wage (US):

27,600

Projected growth (by 2024):

-18%

Automation risk:

64%

152. Healthcare Support Workers, All Other

Median Annual Wage (US):

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

63%

153. First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Median Annual Wage (US):

31,480

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

63%

154. Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,220

Projected growth (by 2024):

-50%

Automation risk:

61%

155. Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders

Median Annual Wage (US):

28,350

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

61%

156. Physical Therapist Aides

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,680

Projected growth (by 2024):

39%

Automation risk:

61%

157. Slaughterers and Meat Packers

Median Annual Wage (US):

26,590

Projected growth (by 2024):

-1%

Automation risk:

60%

158. Helpers–Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Median Annual Wage (US):

29,030

Projected growth (by 2024):

13%

Automation risk:

57%

159. Teacher Assistants

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,410

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

56%

160. Customer Service Representatives

Median Annual Wage (US):

32,300

Projected growth (by 2024):

10%

Automation risk:

55%

161. Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers

Median Annual Wage (US):

34,340

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

55%

162. Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers

Median Annual Wage (US):

23,940

Projected growth (by 2024):

-15%

Automation risk:

52%

163. Demonstrators and Product Promoters

Median Annual Wage (US):

25,610

Projected growth (by 2024):

Automation risk:

51%

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