Contra Costa County, California Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

89.6%

Bachelor's Degree+

45.2%

Graduate Degree

17.7%

Population 25+

816,152

Contra Costa County, California Educational Level Distribution

Education Treemap for  in 2024
Figure 1: Relative distribution of education levels for residents aged 25 and older in .

Contra Costa County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
10.4%84,906
High School Graduate
18.0%146,679
Some College / Associate's
26.4%215,413
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%224,527
Graduate Degree
17.7%144,627

Contra Costa County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)

Trend chart showing bachelor degree growth in
Figure 2: Historical percentage of residents with a Bachelor's degree or higher in .


Education Statistics FAQs for Contra Costa County, California

Approximately 45.2% of adults in Contra Costa County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Contra Costa County, California has increased by 7.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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