Will AI replace bicycle repairers?AI replacement risk 23% and how the work is changing
Median annual pay
$42,780
25th–75th pct. $36,360–$48,020
Top pay (est.)
$71,500
Top 10% $55,000
Pay in 5 years
$48,900est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$55,900est.
$48,100–$64,900
Outlook score
38/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
23%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
−5.7%
1,200 openings / yr
Will AI replace Bicycle Repairers? AI replacement risk
23%
Low
Ranked #160 safest from AI among all U.S. occupations
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How AI is changing this job
A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.
AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →
Skills, education and requirements for Bicycle Repairers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsThinking CreativelyResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersSelling or Influencing Others
Important abilities
VisualizationFinger DexterityOral ComprehensionManual DexterityNear VisionOral Expression
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.