Is the cost of this degree worth the salary it leads to?
After graduation, economics graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $146,935, while the bottom 20% make closer to $40,992. The median grad salary is $77,609.
Economics graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in economics is $49,981, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $71,907.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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