Placer County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Placer County, California
Placer County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
95.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
43.2%
Graduate Degree
15.2%
Population 25+
297,631
Placer County, California Educational Level Distribution
Placer County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 4.9% | 14,686 |
High School Graduate | 17.8% | 52,867 |
Some College / Associate's | 34.1% | 101,574 |
Bachelor's Degree | 27.9% | 83,165 |
Graduate Degree | 15.2% | 45,339 |
Placer County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Placer County, California
Approximately 43.2% of adults in Placer County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Placer County, California has increased by 9.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.