City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning

Bachelor's degree · Cornell University · Ithaca, NY

CIP 04.03

$37,131Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,497Median earnings 3 years after
$70,676Median earnings 5 years after
$12,952Median federal debt
28Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning at Cornell University earn a median of $37,131 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,874 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,087–$86,436). Median debt is $12,952, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning graduates from Cornell University make?

The median salary is $37,131 one year after graduation and $70,676 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,952.

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