Barren County, Kentucky Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Barren County, Kentucky
Barren County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
86.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
18.3%
Graduate Degree
6.6%
Population 25+
31,070
Barren County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution
Barren County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 13.1% | 4,080 |
High School Graduate | 41.5% | 12,896 |
Some College / Associate's | 27.0% | 8,401 |
Bachelor's Degree | 11.7% | 3,638 |
Graduate Degree | 6.6% | 2,055 |
Barren County, Kentucky Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Barren County, Kentucky
Approximately 18.3% of adults in Barren County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Barren County, Kentucky has increased by 3.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.