Economics
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University-Main Campus · West Lafayette, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Purdue University-Main Campus earn a median of $59,187 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 $23,099, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $76,299 | $19,000 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $63,395 | $26,932 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $59,142 | $19,500 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $56,782 | $22,054 |
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $51,815 | $27,000 |
| Hanover College Hanover | $45,740 | $26,898 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $45,443 | $16,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Purdue University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $59,187 one year after graduation and $81,285 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,099.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.