SOC 25-1063
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ51/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ12,420
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$120K
$58K โ $217K
Projected Growth
๐+2.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค95/100
High exposure
๐ก Economics Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 51/100 โ 7 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 $120K ($74K 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 51/100, Economics Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-generated curriculum and lesson plan content are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 12,420 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time and inspiring and motivating students through personal connection to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Economics Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Adaptive learning technology replacing remedial roles
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
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
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as econometrics, price theory, and macroeconomics.
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
๐ป Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Computer based training software
Calendar and scheduling software
Word processing software
Information retrieval or search software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Mathematics
Education and Training
Economics and Accounting
English Language
Computers and Electronics
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 61% |
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 55% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 23 | $168K | 61% |