Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Drywall & Ceiling Tile Installers:
56.0%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
High
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
AI Resilience Report forDrywall Installers, Ceiling Tile Installers, and Tapers
$59,780 median salary•7,600 annual openings•SOC Code: 47-2080
Drywall Installers, Ceiling Tile Installers, and Tapers are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
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Career: Drywall Installers, Ceiling Tile Installers, and Tapers
They install and finish walls and ceilings by hanging drywall, fitting ceiling tiles, and smoothing joints to create a clean surface for painting or wallpapering.
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Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$59,780
Jobs (2025)
118,000
Growth (2025-35)
+1.9%
Annual Openings
7,600
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
