Clay County, North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

92.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

31.8%

Graduate Degree

9.8%

Population 25+

9,027

Clay 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 .

Clay County, North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
7.5%679
High School Graduate
23.9%2,160
Some College / Associate's
36.8%3,319
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%1,981
Graduate Degree
9.8%888

Clay 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 Clay County, North Carolina

Approximately 31.8% of adults in Clay County, North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Clay County, North Carolina has increased by 13.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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