North Carolina Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for North Carolina
North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
90.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
35.7%
Graduate Degree
13.5%
Population 25+
7,380,330
North Carolina Educational Level Distribution
North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 9.9% | 727,037 |
High School Graduate | 24.8% | 1,828,110 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.7% | 2,193,965 |
Bachelor's Degree | 22.2% | 1,636,468 |
Graduate Degree | 13.5% | 994,750 |
North Carolina Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for North Carolina
Approximately 35.7% of adults in North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in North Carolina has increased by 9.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.