SOC 37-2012
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ55/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ854,910
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$35K
$27K โ $48K
Projected Growth
๐+0.4%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค38/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners face a risk score of 55/100 โ 11 points above the national average of 44. With only 38/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $35K. 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 55/100, Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated grounds-keeping and landscaping equipment are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 854,910 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in tenant and occupant relationship management and hands-on troubleshooting of building systems to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated grounds-keeping and landscaping equipment
Remote monitoring reducing on-site maintenance staff
AI-driven building management and energy optimization
Robotic cleaning and facility maintenance systems
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Tenant and occupant relationship management
Hands-on troubleshooting of building systems
Judgment calls on repair vs. replacement decisions
Physical work in diverse and unstructured environments
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
Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
๐ป Technology Skills
Instant messaging software
Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
Facilities management software
Desktop communications software
Electronic mail software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Public Safety and Security
Administration and Management
Chemistry
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 25 | $62K | 65% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 59% |
| Supervisors of Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Workers | 36 | $50K | 83% |