SOC 47-2121
Glaziers
Risk Score
⚠️44/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥57,000
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$55K
$38K – $99K
Projected Growth
📈+3.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖10/100
Low exposure
💡 Glaziers face a risk score of 44/100 — 0 points above the national average of 44. With only 10/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $55K ($9K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 44/100, Glaziers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like drone-based site surveying and inspection are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 57,000 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites and fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Glaziers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Drone-based site surveying and inspection
Autonomous heavy equipment operation
3D printing of building components
Robotic bricklaying and prefabrication automation
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Adapting to unique building configurations on-site
Client-facing consultation on custom project needs
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 53% |
| Extraction Workers | 29 | $56K | 75% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 84% |