Anthropology

Master's degree · California State University-Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA

CIP 45.02

$53,441Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$54,074Median federal debt

7Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Anthropology at California State University-Los Angeles earn a median of $53,441 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $61,276 four years after graduating (middle half: $45,133–$79,162). Median debt is $54,074, about 101% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Anthropology graduates from California State University-Los Angeles make?

The median salary is $53,441 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $54,074.

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