Economics
Bachelor's degree · Reed College · Portland, OR
$53,110Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$92,453Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$22,842Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Reed College earn a median of $53,110 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 $22,842, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark College Portland | $49,576 | $24,125 |
| Portland State University Portland | $47,865 | $20,000 |
| Willamette University Salem | $45,993 | $19,500 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $45,941 | $18,886 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $45,708 | $20,500 |
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $45,708 | $20,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Reed College make?
The median salary is $53,110 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,842.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.