As of June 2026, Statistician has an AI-exposure score of 57/100 (Elevated 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

Statistician

57/100
Elevated exposure
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More exposed than 53% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$99,000.

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57
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Your tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Run statistical analyses
Augmentable
  • Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
  • Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
  • Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
  • Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations, in terms of reliability or usability.
  • Apply sampling techniques, or use complete enumeration bases to determine and define groups to be surveyed.
  • Design studies and sampling
  • Plan data collection methods for specific projects, and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.
  • Report results of statistical analyses in peer-reviewed papers and technical manuals.
  • Develop software applications or programming for statistical modeling and graphic analysis.
  • Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
  • Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.
  • Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
  • Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
  • Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
  • Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
  • Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
  • Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
Durable
  • Interpret and communicate results
  • Advise on methodology

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