As of June 2026, Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians has an AI-exposure score of 77/100 (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

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

77/100
Very High exposure
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More exposed than 97% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$116,580. About 31,300 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

Pay & demand figures are US medians (BLS, in USD) — your local figures will differ. Your exposure score applies broadly.

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Your tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Enter data into Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, using techniques such as coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning or automatic conversion to vectors, or conversion of other sources of digital data.
  • Collect, compile, or integrate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, such as remote sensing or cartographic data for inclusion in map manuscripts.
  • Provide technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to clients or users.
  • Provide technical support to users or clients regarding the maintenance, development, or operation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, equipment, or applications.
  • Develop specialized computer software routines, internet-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, or business applications to customize geographic information.
  • Maintain or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.
  • Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
  • Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.
  • Select cartographic elements needed for effective presentation of information.
  • Create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data, using specialized applications program software.
  • Design or coordinate the development of integrated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial or non-spatial databases.
  • Confer with users to analyze, configure, or troubleshoot applications.
  • Document, design, code, or test Geographic Information Systems (GIS) models, internet mapping solutions, or other applications.
  • Perform computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, including the maintenance of existing systems or research and development for future enhancements.
  • Design, program, or model Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications or procedures.
  • Meet with clients to discuss topics such as technical specifications, customized solutions, or operational problems.
  • Review existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation.
  • Interpret aerial or ortho photographs.
  • Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
  • Perform geospatial data building, modeling, or analysis, using advanced spatial analysis, data manipulation, or cartography software.
Augmentable

No augmentable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (100%).

Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (100%).

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Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians — median pay by US state (BLS OEWS, USD)

California: US$134,440New York: US$116,990Texas: US$111,530

Median annual wage, in USD. US national: US$116,580. More states are being added.

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