As of June 2026, Customs Brokers has an AI-exposure score of 78/100 (Very High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Customs Brokers

78/100
Very High exposure
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More exposed than 98% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$80,730. About 33,300 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Prepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.

Common titles
Corporate Licensed BrokerCustoms Broker
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 3 · Medium Preparation Needed Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations.

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Skills and knowledge
Reading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingSpeakingWritingActive Learning
Tools and technology
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft Word
Work context
Email useTelephoneFace-to-face discussionsFrequent contact with othersRepeating tasks

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Customs Brokers, SOC 13-1041.08. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Customs Brokers tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Request or compile necessary import documentation, such as customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
  • Post bonds for the products being imported or assist clients in obtaining bonds.
  • Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments.
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Augmentable
  • Advise customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements, quotas, or other customs-related matters.
Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (95%).

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Customs Brokers — median pay by US state (BLS OEWS, USD)

California: US$96,980New York: US$90,080Texas: US$75,370

Median annual wage, in USD. US national: US$80,730. More states are being added.

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