Workers feared AI would kill jobs. Instead, it could boost their paychecks: 72% of employers say they’ll pay more for AI skills
Fortune Emma Burleigh ● Covered by 3 sources
Employers are finding that workers with in-demand AI skills can command higher pay rather than being displaced, according to new data from Robert Half and other studies. About 72% of managers plan to raise pay for recruits with relevant AI skills, and AI job postings in the U.S. have doubled since 2023. As a result, hiring in 2027 is expected to include more higher-than-planned salaries, wider pay premiums for AI expertise, and faster wage growth for AI-adjacent roles.
Why it matters
72% of bosses will boost pay for recruits with AI skills, according to Robert Half—and job-seekers in Silicon Valley have the best odds of earning more.
