Hidalgo County, New Mexico Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

87.0%

Bachelor's Degree+

18.3%

Graduate Degree

5.4%

Population 25+

2,956

Hidalgo County, New Mexico Educational Level Distribution

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

Hidalgo County, New Mexico Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
13.0%384
High School Graduate
39.2%1,159
Some College / Associate's
29.5%872
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%381
Graduate Degree
5.4%160

Hidalgo County, New Mexico 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 Hidalgo County, New Mexico

Approximately 18.3% of adults in Hidalgo County, New Mexico hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Hidalgo County, New Mexico has increased by 2.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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