Economics

Master's degree · Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD

CIP 45.06

$100,054Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$138,425Median earnings 4 years after
$139,377Median earnings 5 years after
$35,445Median federal debt
393Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Economics at Johns Hopkins University earn a median of $100,054 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $100,743 four years after graduating (middle half: $74,382–$133,995). Median debt is $35,445, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Economics (Master's degree) at other Maryland schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Maryland-College Park
College Park
$79,163—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Economics graduates from Johns Hopkins University make?

The median salary is $100,054 one year after graduation and $139,377 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $35,445.

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