Economics
Bachelor's degree · University of Iowa · Iowa City, IA
$50,223Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$76,746Median earnings 4 years after
$79,242Median earnings 5 years after
$20,486Median federal debt
126Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at University of Iowa earn a median of $50,223 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 $20,486, about 41% 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 Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $49,314 | $17,169 |
| Grinnell College Grinnell | $46,791 | $16,500 |
| Coe College Cedar Rapids | $42,311 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from University of Iowa make?
The median salary is $50,223 one year after graduation and $79,242 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,486.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.