Economics

Bachelor's degree · Kansas State University · Manhattan, KS

CIP 45.06

$52,490Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,747Median earnings 4 years after
$75,615Median earnings 5 years after
$20,625Median federal debt
23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Kansas State University earn a median of $52,490 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 $20,625, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Kansas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Fort Hays State University
Hays
$50,690—
University of Kansas
Lawrence
$45,420$24,650

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Economics graduates from Kansas State University make?

The median salary is $52,490 one year after graduation and $75,615 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,625.

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