Russell County, Kentucky Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Russell County, Kentucky
Russell County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
81.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
15.4%
Graduate Degree
7.6%
Population 25+
12,567
Russell County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution
Russell County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 18.2% | 2,292 |
High School Graduate | 37.1% | 4,662 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.3% | 3,677 |
Bachelor's Degree | 7.8% | 980 |
Graduate Degree | 7.6% | 956 |
Russell County, Kentucky Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Russell County, Kentucky
Approximately 15.4% of adults in Russell County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Russell County, Kentucky has increased by 2.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.