Durham County, North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

91.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

55.2%

Graduate Degree

26.3%

Population 25+

232,419

Durham 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 .

Durham County, North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
8.5%19,838
High School Graduate
15.7%36,398
Some College / Associate's
20.6%47,826
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%67,322
Graduate Degree
26.3%61,035

Durham 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 Durham County, North Carolina

Approximately 55.2% of adults in Durham County, North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Durham County, North Carolina has increased by 11.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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