Automation index
How much of a Real estate agent’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already find leads, set up contact, and follow through. Sitting across from someone and closing is still something else.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Real estate agent
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#130 / 623
View rankingReal estate agent
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Generate lists of properties that are compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Answer clients' questions regarding construction work, financing, maintenance, repairs, and appraisals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Contact property owners and advertise services to solicit property sales listings.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Display commercial, industrial, agricultural, and residential properties to clients and explain their features.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Coordinate appointments to show homes to prospective buyers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Contact previous clients for prospecting of referral business.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Act as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers, generally representing one or the other.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 56% | 28% | +15.7 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- customer service
- contract law
- office administration
- real estate market
- mortgage loans
- property law
- maintain relationship with customers
- advise on property value
- identify customer's needs
- inform on renting agreements
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-9022.00· ESCO/ISCO 3334
IS WORK OVER?
Plumber
28%↑
#99 / 623
View rankingPlumber
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Cut, thread, or hammer pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems or components.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Select pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Attach pipes to walls, structures, or fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 53% | 28% | +14.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- pipes
- blockages
- solder copper
- sanitary ware
- plumbing tools
- types of piping
- replace faucets
- work ergonomically
- prepare copper pipes for use as gas lines
- snap chalk line
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2152.00· ESCO/ISCO 7126