Economics
Bachelor's degree · Grinnell College · Grinnell, IA
$46,791Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$110,724Median earnings 4 years after
$78,815Median earnings 5 years after
$16,500Median federal debt
54Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Grinnell College earn a median of $46,791 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,686 four years after graduating (middle half: $58,184–$116,323). Median debt is $16,500, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Ames | $57,619 | $21,250 |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $50,223 | $20,486 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $49,314 | $17,169 |
| Coe College Cedar Rapids | $42,311 | $27,000 |
Other programs at Grinnell College
- Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$84,449 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$39,687 - Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular BiologyBachelor's degree
$38,598 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$37,170 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$36,662 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$28,691 - Research and Experimental PsychologyBachelor's degree
$28,507 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$28,216 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$20,111 - Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group StudiesBachelor's degree
$37,613 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$41,882 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$59,638 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$37,882 - AnthropologyBachelor's degree
$43,162
Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Grinnell College make?
The median salary is $46,791 one year after graduation and $78,815 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.