GraduateSmart
GraduateSmart
$93K/yr
Average Salary
6 years
Years of Education
+3%
Job Growth
40K+
Total Jobs
Develop plans and programs for land use in communities. Work with local governments to address growth, infrastructure, environmental impact, and housing needs.
$58K
Starting
$93K
Average
$129K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Master's Degree in Urban Planning
Typically 6 years
Start your career
Entry-level positions and internships
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AICP — American Institute of Certified Planners
AICP / APA
Field
Social Services & Nonprofit
Required Degree
Master's Degree
Time in School
6 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+3%
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Pay range
$58K–$129K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+3%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
40K
in 2024
Slower than average
Below-average demand growth expected. Projected to grow from 40K to 41K jobs by 2034.
Typical duties
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BLS 'Urban and Regional Planners' (19-3051). Median $83,720; 3% growth.