Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Stonemasons:
48.4%
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.
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%).
Low
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
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
There are a reasonable number of sources for this result, but there is some disagreement between them.
AI Resilience Report forStonemasons
$57,390 median salary•500 annual openings•SOC Code: 47-2022.00
Stonemasons are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
Stonemasonry is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because while robots and AI tools are genuinely entering this field, they are handling the repetitive, time-consuming parts of the work rather than replacing the skilled judgment and hand-finishing that define the craft. For example, robotic arms can grind away at marble for hours overnight, but a trained mason still steps in to complete the fine details that machines cannot replicate.
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This role is somewhat resilient
Stonemasonry is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because while robots and AI tools are genuinely entering this field, they are handling the repetitive, time-consuming parts of the work rather than replacing the skilled judgment and hand-finishing that define the craft. For example, robotic arms can grind away at marble for hours overnight, but a trained mason still steps in to complete the fine details that machines cannot replicate.
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Stonemasons
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Latest AI news for Stonemasons
These articles provide valuable insights for aspiring stonemasons about the evolving role of AI in their field. While some tasks, like planning and estimating, are being automated—highlighted in the Career Explorer article—there's a consensus that core stonemasonry skills remain secure. The LinkedIn piece emphasizes that AI can improve efficiency in estimating, allowing stonemasons to focus more on craftsmanship. Overall, these resources encourage students to embrace AI as a tool for enhancing their work rather than a threat to their jobs, promoting a resilient approach to their future careers.
Will AI Replace Stonemasons? 2026 Risk Report
dontgodinosaur.com • 10/20/2026
Will AI replace stonemasons ? 20% of tasks are automatable. See which skills are safe, which tools to learn, and how to protect your career.
Stonemasons | AI Job Risk Calculator
replacemeter.com • 10/20/2026
3 days ago — AI could handle about 0% of today's stonemasons tasks by 2036, and there is a 5% chance the number of jobs falls by a fifth or more. AI mostly ... Read more
Will AI replace stonemasons?
www.careerexplorer.com • 10/20/2026
AI won't replace stonemasons, but it's already replacing some of the planning and estimating work masons do. Design software and robotic cutters handle ... Read more
Will AI Replace Heritage Stonemason Jobs?
jobzonerisk.com • 10/20/2026
No companies replacing heritage stonemasons with AI. Cathedral workshops, National Trust, English Heritage, and private conservation firms continue employing ... Read more
How AI Is Rebuilding the Future of Construction and Masonry
www.linkedin.com • 10/20/2026
AI is accelerating one of the most time-consuming parts of masonry work : the estimating process. AI-powered platforms can now review past job ... Read more
More Career Info
Career: Stonemasons
They build and repair structures using stones, shaping and fitting them together to create walls, walkways, and buildings.
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Alternate Titles
Mason · Stone Derrickman · Stone Setter · Stonemason · Marble Installer · Marble Shop Worker · Mason Mechanic · Stone Installer · Stone Mason
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$57,390
Jobs (2025)
9,300
Growth (2025-35)
-5.4%
Annual Openings
500
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Remove wedges, fill joints between stones, finish joints between stones, using a trowel, and smooth the mortar to an attractive finish, using a tuck pointer.
2
Replace broken or missing masonry units in walls or floors.
3
Lay out wall patterns or foundations, using straight edge, rule, or staked lines.
4
Repair cracked or chipped areas of stone or marble, using blowtorch and mastic, and remove rough or defective spots from concrete, using power grinder or chisel and hammer.
5
Set stone or marble in place, according to layout or pattern.
6
Lay brick to build shells of chimneys and smokestacks or to line or reline industrial furnaces, kilns, boilers and similar installations.
7
Position mold along guidelines of wall, press mold in place, and remove mold and paper from wall.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
