Career profile · SOC 29-9099.01

Midwives

Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.

Midwives provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance. The role reports a median annual salary of $64,030 in the US and is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Entry typically requires a Postsecondary nondegree award, and shows low AI exposure (0.30 on a 0-1 scale) — the role's core work resists automation.

Median salary
$64,030
per year
Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
AI exposure
3.0/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

What does Midwives do?

Provide prenatal care and childbirth assistance.

How much does Midwives earn?

The median annual salary for Midwives in the US is $64,030.

What is the job outlook for Midwives?

The role is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (about as fast as average). Current US employment is approximately 41,700 workers.

How do I become a midwives?

The typical entry education is a Postsecondary nondegree award. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace Midwives?

Our AI-durability model gives Midwives a score of 0.30 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at low AI exposure — the role's core work resists current-generation automation. It's a comparatively AI-durable choice within its field.

How hard is it to enter this field?

Midwives has low barrier to entry — generally accessible — you can enter with basic credentials and on-the-job learning.

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