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After graduation, history graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average.
History graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in history is $31,438, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $46,641.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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