Agricultural and food scientists
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$78,770
~$38/hr · ~$6,564/mo
US Jobs
39K
Faster than average
AI & Automation Risk
6/10
Moderate
AI & Automation Risk
Moderate 6/10
This occupation involves a significant amount of digital knowledge work, including data analysis, research synthesis, and report writing, which are highly susceptible to AI enhancement. However, the role is anchored by physical requirements such as field sampling, laboratory experiments, and on-site inspections at farms or processing plants that AI cannot currently replicate.
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Education & Requirements
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
10-Year Growth
+6% (Faster than average)
Hourly Rate
~$38/hr
Monthly Income
~$6,564/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)