Santa Cruz County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Santa Cruz County, California
Santa Cruz County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
88.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
43.9%
Graduate Degree
18.6%
Population 25+
178,903
Santa Cruz County, California Educational Level Distribution
Santa Cruz County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 11.4% | 20,421 |
High School Graduate | 15.2% | 27,233 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.4% | 52,646 |
Bachelor's Degree | 25.3% | 45,302 |
Graduate Degree | 18.6% | 33,301 |
Santa Cruz County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Santa Cruz County, California
Approximately 43.9% of adults in Santa Cruz County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Santa Cruz County, California has increased by 6.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.