Polk County, Georgia Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Polk County, Georgia
Polk County, Georgia Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
84.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
15.4%
Graduate Degree
5.5%
Population 25+
29,295
Polk County, Georgia Educational Level Distribution
Polk County, Georgia Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 15.5% | 4,547 |
High School Graduate | 40.7% | 11,928 |
Some College / Associate's | 28.3% | 8,300 |
Bachelor's Degree | 9.9% | 2,895 |
Graduate Degree | 5.5% | 1,625 |
Polk County, Georgia Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Polk County, Georgia
Approximately 15.4% of adults in Polk County, Georgia hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Polk County, Georgia has increased by 4.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.