Anthropology
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University-Main Campus · West Lafayette, IN
$28,587Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,624Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$17,472Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Anthropology at Purdue University-Main Campus earn a median of $28,587 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 $17,472, about 61% of first-year earnings.
Anthropology (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $26,476 | $14,375 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $24,452 | $22,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Anthropology graduates from Purdue University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $28,587 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,472.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.