Economists
SOC Code: 19-3011
Economistss study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 96.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension.
AI-Proof Score: 96.8 — Very High
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Median Salary
$115,440
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Job Growth
1.2%
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Training Time
Extensive preparation (4+ years)
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Job Zone
Zone 5 / 5
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Training Cost
~$80,000
Key Skills
- •Critical Thinking
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Mathematics
- •Speaking
- •Writing
- •Active Listening
Common Tasks
- ✓Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture.
- ✓Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying mathematical models and statistical techniques.
- ✓Study the socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, services, and regulations.
- ✓Explain economic impact of policies to the public.
- ✓Review documents written by others.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation