San Mateo County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for San Mateo County, California
San Mateo County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
90.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
53.7%
Graduate Degree
24.1%
Population 25+
542,805
San Mateo County, California Educational Level Distribution
San Mateo County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 9.8% | 52,942 |
High School Graduate | 14.7% | 79,646 |
Some College / Associate's | 21.9% | 118,879 |
Bachelor's Degree | 29.6% | 160,494 |
Graduate Degree | 24.1% | 130,844 |
San Mateo County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for San Mateo County, California
Approximately 53.7% of adults in San Mateo County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in San Mateo County, California has increased by 9.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.