Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's degree · Des Moines Area Community College · Ankeny, IA
$22,623Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$35,773Median earnings 4 years after
$31,337Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at Des Moines Area Community College earn a median of $22,623 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $34,184 four years after graduating (middle half: $22,583–$45,132).
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services graduates from Des Moines Area Community College make?
The median salary is $22,623 one year after graduation and $31,337 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.