How Much Do Public Administration Degree Holders Make?

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Base Pay for an Urban Planner

An Urban Planner develops land-use plans for the beneficial development of urban areas. This position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

The median expected salary for a typical Urban Planner in the United States is $40,655. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.

Base Pay for a Grants/Proposal Writer

A Grants/Proposal Writer develops resources, researches funding sources, writes proposals to a variety of organizations, and prepares contract proposals. One may also administer major contracts and negotiate contractual provisions with potential partners. This position requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 3 years of work experience.

The median expected salary for a typical Grants/Proposal Writer in the United States is $50,319. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.

Base Pay for a Human Resources Manager

A Human Resources Manager designs, plans, and implements human resources programs and policies including staffing, compensation, benefits, visa/green card processing, employee relations, training, and health and safety programs. This position requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 7 years of experience in the field. An HR manager generally manages a group of human resources professionals, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, and typically reports to an executive.

The median expected salary for a typical Human Resources Manager in the United States is $80,823. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.