How much do planners earn?

Planners earn about $57,300 per year, on average. Planners who specialize in an industry or have extensive experience can earn more. Some planners make over $100,000 within the city/urban planning and high-end event planning sphere. Career planners make just under the national average at about $54,400, though room for growth is rampant.

Planners with degrees can make a little more depending on the degree, internships, and volunteer work completed, but they are not exclusive to higher entry-level pay. In fact, individuals coming from project management backgrounds or those who have had some volunteer experience may make just as much or more than those with bachelor's degrees.