Will AI replace recreation workers?AI replacement risk 42% and how the work is changing
Median annual pay
$36,560
25th–75th pct. $31,780–$43,470
Top pay (est.)
$65,500
Top 10% $50,410
Pay in 5 years
$42,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$49,500est.
$42,600–$57,500
Outlook score
58/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
42%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+4.3%
67K openings / yr
Will AI replace Recreation Workers? AI replacement risk
42%
Moderate
Ranked #399 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 Recreation Workers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsScheduling Work and ActivitiesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeGetting InformationMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsThinking CreativelyResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionOriginalityNear VisionSpeech ClarityDeductive Reasoning
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (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.