Avery County, North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

87.8%

Bachelor's Degree+

25.0%

Graduate Degree

8.5%

Population 25+

13,532

Avery County, North Carolina Educational Level Distribution

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

Avery County, North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
12.2%1,649
High School Graduate
30.3%4,095
Some College / Associate's
32.5%4,401
Bachelor's Degree
16.5%2,232
Graduate Degree
8.5%1,155

Avery County, North Carolina 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 Avery County, North Carolina

Approximately 25.0% of adults in Avery County, North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Avery County, North Carolina has increased by 4.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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