You will earn more if you have more education. You will also be less likely to become unemployed.
A survey from 2010 shows that average earnings grow from $444 to $626 per week, just by earning a high school diploma. Getting a college Bachelor's degree increases average earnings to $1,038 per week.
More education pays off in higher earnings.
| Some High School, No Diploma | $ 444 | 14.9% |
| High School Graduate | $ 626 | 10.3% |
| Some College, No Degree | $ 712 | 9.2% |
| Associate Degree | $ 767 | 7.0% |
| Bachelor’s Degree | $1,038 | 5.4% |
| Master’s Degree | $1,272 | 4.0% |
| Professional Degree | $1,610 | 2.4% |
| Doctoral Degree | $1,550 | 1.9% |