Sociology

Associate's degree · Antelope Valley Community College District · Lancaster, CA

CIP 45.11

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$42,230Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$13,500Median federal debt

37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Sociology at Antelope Valley Community College District earn a median of $42,230. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,144 four years after graduating (middle half: $28,049–$58,664). Median debt is $13,500, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Sociology graduates from Antelope Valley Community College District make?

The median salary is $42,230.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.