SOC 25-4011
Archivists
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ67/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ7,050
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$62K
$39K โ $105K
Projected Growth
๐+3.8%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค95/100
High exposure
๐ก Archivists face a risk score of 67/100 โ 23 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $62K ($15K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 67/100, Archivists faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai tutoring systems providing personalized instruction are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 7,050 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in mentoring students through personal and academic challenges and inspiring and motivating students through personal connection to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Archivists?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI tutoring systems providing personalized instruction
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
Automated grading and assessment tools
Adaptive learning technology replacing remedial roles
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Organize archival records and develop classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.
Provide reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials.
Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information.
Create and maintain accessible, retrievable computer archives and databases, incorporating current advances in electronic information storage technology.
Establish and administer policy guidelines concerning public access and use of materials.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Document management software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Desktop publishing software
Video creation and editing software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
History and Archeology
English Language
Customer and Personal Service
Computers and Electronics
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 75% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 75% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 23 | $65K | 73% |