Santa Barbara County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Santa Barbara County, California
Santa Barbara County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
81.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
36.8%
Graduate Degree
14.8%
Population 25+
278,364
Santa Barbara County, California Educational Level Distribution
Santa Barbara County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 18.1% | 50,402 |
High School Graduate | 16.9% | 47,002 |
Some College / Associate's | 28.2% | 78,491 |
Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 61,162 |
Graduate Degree | 14.8% | 41,307 |
Santa Barbara County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Santa Barbara County, California
Approximately 36.8% of adults in Santa Barbara County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Santa Barbara County, California has increased by 5.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.