College ROI for Students in Harlan County, KY

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

Public In-State/yr

$11,241

Public Out-of-State/yr

$19,753

Private/yr

$28,210

Payback Period

2 yrs

ROI Comparison

4-Year Public University

Total Cost (4 yrs)$44,964
Annual Earnings Premium$22,833
Payback Period2 years

20-Year Net Return$411,696

4-Year Private University

Total Cost (4 yrs)$112,840
Annual Earnings Premium$26,258
Payback Period4.3 years

20-Year Net Return$412,319

About Harlan County, Kentucky

Harlan County in Kentucky has a median household income of $35,128 and a population of 26,589. 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.