Harlan County, Kentucky Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Harlan County, Kentucky
Harlan County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
81.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
13.0%
Graduate Degree
6.7%
Population 25+
17,958
Harlan County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution
Harlan County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 18.3% | 3,289 |
High School Graduate | 36.8% | 6,601 |
Some College / Associate's | 31.9% | 5,725 |
Bachelor's Degree | 6.4% | 1,144 |
Graduate Degree | 6.7% | 1,199 |
Harlan County, Kentucky Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Harlan County, Kentucky
Approximately 13.0% of adults in Harlan County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Harlan County, Kentucky has increased by 1.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.