13-1041.08

Customs Brokers

Prepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.

2.2OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

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Safer than 17% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 8% probability of automation for this role
paper →
17%
of jobs safer
848
jobs riskier than this
+3.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Software & AI

AI software systems—language models, automation tools, and intelligent algorithms—are the primary vector of disruption for this role.

Customs Brokers manage the legal and logistical complexities of international trade compliance — a domain where AI tools like Descartes CustomsInfo and AI-driven tariff classification software are automating routine paperwork and HS code classification. However, complex rulings, appeals, and client advisory work still demand expert human judgment. Expect the transactional volume side of customs brokering to shrink due to automation while advisory and complex-case work remains resilient through 2027.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$78,420
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+3.0%
As fast as average
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →