Northampton County, North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

85.1%

Bachelor's Degree+

17.9%

Graduate Degree

6.9%

Population 25+

12,846

Northampton 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 .

Northampton County, North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
14.9%1,918
High School Graduate
33.6%4,319
Some College / Associate's
33.6%4,312
Bachelor's Degree
11.0%1,414
Graduate Degree
6.9%883

Northampton 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 Northampton County, North Carolina

Approximately 17.9% of adults in Northampton County, North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Northampton County, North Carolina has increased by 5.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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