| Bachelor's degree + | 2 yr degree/some college | High school graduate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silents (1965) | 38833 | 33655 | 31384 |
| Early Boomers (1979) | 41989 | 36498 | 32299 |
| Late Boomers (1986) | 44770 | 34595 | 30525 |
| Gen Xers (1995) | 43663 | 32173 | 27883 |
| Millennials (2013) | 45500 | 30000 | 28000 |
Median Annual Earnings
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Median annual earnings for college graduates continue to rise as prospects for those without a degree are in decline.
Hi Rachel, great post. I'm surprised how similar a 2-year degree and a high school diploma are. This chart makes a strong case for obtaining a 4-year degree, even if you wind up with considerable college debt.