Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · Texas State University · San Marcos, TX
$30,108Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,706Median earnings 4 years after
$43,181Median earnings 5 years after
$23,250Median federal debt
71Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Texas State University earn a median of $30,108 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $46,676 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,056–$63,905). Median debt is $23,250, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $56,550 | $23,125 |
| University of Houston Houston | $34,669 | $19,125 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $31,369 | $19,809 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $30,385 | $26,000 |
| Baylor University Waco | $28,369 | $27,000 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $28,202 | $20,554 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $28,160 | $20,500 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $26,735 | $18,625 |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg | $21,213 | $9,605 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $17,229 | $19,441 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from Texas State University make?
The median salary is $30,108 one year after graduation and $43,181 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.