California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for California
California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
84.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
37.1%
Graduate Degree
14.4%
Population 25+
27,073,960
California Educational Level Distribution
California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 15.3% | 4,136,964 |
High School Graduate | 20.5% | 5,541,267 |
Some College / Associate's | 27.2% | 7,355,924 |
Bachelor's Degree | 22.7% | 6,133,461 |
Graduate Degree | 14.4% | 3,906,344 |
California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for California
Approximately 37.1% of adults in California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in California has increased by 7.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.