The AI Labor Index

The AI Labor Index

Analyzes AI's influence on employment by assessing task automation potential across various occupations.

About The AI Labor Index

The AI Labor Index monitors how emerging artificial intelligence technologies are transforming the workplace. By mapping specific tasks within occupations and evaluating their automation potential, it provides insights into where machines can outperform humans and where human expertise remains essential. This comprehensive analysis helps stakeholders understand automation trends and workforce resilience.

How to Use

Explore occupations based on their automation likelihood, task complexity, and AI adoption levels. Use filtering options by industry and review detailed lists of occupations. Key metrics include estimated wage effects and automation percentages. Identify roles that are highly automatable or resistant and review AI adoption trends across sectors.

Features

Rankings of occupations by automation likelihood and AI adoption
Assessment of task-specific automation potential
Identification of roles with highest and lowest automability
Insights into AI adoption trends across industries
Visual comparison of AI automation potential versus human task complexity
Extensive database covering 16,038 tasks within 66 occupations
Economic analysis of automation's impact on wages

Use Cases

Investors and entrepreneurs can identify emerging market opportunities and risks.
Businesses can plan automation strategies and optimize team structures.
Job seekers and professionals can evaluate future career prospects and skill needs.

Best For

InvestorsEconomistsBusiness leadersAI developersPolicy makersResearchersCareer professionalsHR teams

Pros

Provides data-driven insights into automation potential and economic effects.
Offers detailed understanding of AI's influence on labor markets.
Useful for diverse stakeholders, including individuals and organizations.
Breaks down complex jobs into specific, measurable tasks.
Emphasizes the importance of human skills like judgment and creativity.
Highlights roles that are highly automatable or resilient to automation.

Cons

Labeled as an experimental dataset with certain limitations.
Analysis focuses on 66 occupations, not covering the entire labor market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about The AI Labor Index

What is the AI Labor Index?
The AI Labor Index measures how artificial intelligence technologies are transforming work by analyzing task automation potential.
How many tasks and occupations does the dataset include?
The dataset covers 16,038 tasks from the O*NET database, spanning 66 different occupations.
What portion of tasks can be fully automated?
Approximately 45% of tasks have the potential for complete automation using AI, robotics, and workflow automation tools.
What does the AI Labor Index indicate about future work?
It suggests a split in the job market, with complex roles being augmented by AI and simpler roles at risk of displacement. Physical jobs tend to be more resilient. Reskilling for complex, judgment-based roles is essential.
Is the dataset still experimental?
Yes, this is an early-stage dataset with limitations, providing initial insights into AI's potential impact on employment.