College ROI for Students in Calhoun County, AR

Is college worth it in Calhoun County? Here's the financial analysis.

Public In-State/yr

$19,276

Public Out-of-State/yr

$33,872

Private/yr

$48,375

Payback Period

2 yrs

ROI Comparison

4-Year Public University

Total Cost (4 yrs)$77,104
Annual Earnings Premium$39,154
Payback Period2 years

20-Year Net Return$705,976

4-Year Private University

Total Cost (4 yrs)$193,500
Annual Earnings Premium$45,027
Payback Period4.3 years

20-Year Net Return$707,042

About Calhoun County, Arkansas

Calhoun County in Arkansas has a median household income of $60,237 and a population of 4,773. The college earnings premium in this region makes a public university degree pay back in approximately 2 years.

These estimates use regional cost and earnings data. Actual ROI varies enormously by major, institution, completion rate, and career path. Our Monte Carlo simulation models degree-specific outcomes, student loan scenarios, and alternative investment paths.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: NCES IPEDS, College Scorecard, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Estimates based on regional data. This is not financial advice.