Merced County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Merced County, California
Merced County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
72.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
15.3%
Graduate Degree
4.7%
Population 25+
174,127
Merced County, California Educational Level Distribution
Merced County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 27.7% | 48,262 |
High School Graduate | 29.7% | 51,662 |
Some College / Associate's | 27.3% | 47,506 |
Bachelor's Degree | 10.6% | 18,484 |
Graduate Degree | 4.7% | 8,213 |
Merced County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Merced County, California
Approximately 15.3% of adults in Merced County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Merced County, California has increased by 2.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.