Salem County, New Jersey Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

90.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

25.0%

Graduate Degree

8.3%

Population 25+

45,940

Salem County, New Jersey Educational Level Distribution

Education Treemap for  in 2024
Figure 1: Relative distribution of education levels for residents aged 25 and older in .

Salem County, New Jersey Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
9.5%4,376
High School Graduate
38.5%17,679
Some College / Associate's
27.0%12,417
Bachelor's Degree
16.7%7,652
Graduate Degree
8.3%3,816

Salem County, New Jersey Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)

Trend chart showing bachelor degree growth in
Figure 2: Historical percentage of residents with a Bachelor's degree or higher in .


Education Statistics FAQs for Salem County, New Jersey

Approximately 25.0% of adults in Salem County, New Jersey hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Salem County, New Jersey has increased by 6.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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