Agricultural Production Operations

Associate's degree · Kirkwood Community College · Cedar Rapids, IA

CIP 01.03

$42,392Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$61,118Median earnings 4 years after
$46,670Median earnings 5 years after
$9,530Median federal debt
28Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Agricultural Production Operations at Kirkwood Community College earn a median of $42,392 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $42,438 four years after graduating (middle half: $27,218–$59,346). Median debt is $9,530, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Agricultural Production Operations graduates from Kirkwood Community College make?

The median salary is $42,392 one year after graduation and $46,670 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,530.

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