Earnings Distribution
How Palmer College of Chiropractic graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer College of Chiropractic | $49,093 | $56,408 | +15% |
| University of Western States | $55,134 | $59,802 | +8% |
| Northeast College of Health Sciences | $58,102 | $55,074 | -5% |
| Logan University | $52,933 | $52,454 | -1% |
| Life University | $49,523 | $50,040 | +1% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Chiropractic professional's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Palmer College of ChiropracticDavenport | — | $49,093 | $56,408 | — | — |
 Northeast College of Health SciencesSeneca Falls | — | $58,102 | $55,074 | — | — |
 Parker UniversityDallas | $17,457 | $56,486 | $49,231 | — | — |
 University of Western StatesPortland | — | $55,134 | $59,802 | — | — |
 Logan UniversityChesterfield | $9,000 | $52,933 | $52,454 | — | — |
 Life UniversityMarietta | $15,036 | $49,523 | $50,040 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $49,308 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with chiropractic graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Palmer College of Chiropractic, approximately 38% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.