SOC 53-7199
Material Moving Workers, All Other
Risk Score
⚠️36/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥25,190
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$42K
$33K – $65K
Projected Growth
📈+4.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖35/100
Moderate exposure
💡 Material Moving Workers, All Other face a risk score of 36/100 — 8 points below the national average of 44. With only 35/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $42K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 36/100, Material Moving Workers, All Other faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated warehouse sorting and loading systems are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 25,190 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in navigating unpredictable road and weather conditions and navigating complex urban environments with obstacles to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Material Moving Workers, All Other?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Automated warehouse sorting and loading systems
AI traffic management and fleet coordination
Drone delivery displacing last-mile logistics workers
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Navigating unpredictable road and weather conditions
Navigating complex urban environments with obstacles
Emergency situation response and quick decision-making
Customer interaction and conflict resolution during delivery
📊 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 25 | $62K | 82% |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 29 | $64K | 74% |
| Air Transportation Workers | 31 | $107K | 70% |