Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Social Workers:
67.4%
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.
Med
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%).
High
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%).
High
Contributing sources
AI Resilience Report forSocial Workers
$61,780 median salary•69,100 annual openings•SOC Code: 21-1020
Social Workers are more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
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Career: Social Workers
They help people deal with personal problems by offering support, finding resources, and guiding them through tough times.
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Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$61,780
Jobs (2025)
816,100
Growth (2025-35)
+6.2%
Annual Openings
69,100
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
