Transylvania County, North Carolina Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

93.9%

Bachelor's Degree+

40.0%

Graduate Degree

15.5%

Population 25+

25,917

Transylvania 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 .

Transylvania County, North Carolina Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
6.1%1,578
High School Graduate
24.1%6,245
Some College / Associate's
29.9%7,737
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%6,334
Graduate Degree
15.5%4,023

Transylvania 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 Transylvania County, North Carolina

Approximately 40.0% of adults in Transylvania County, North Carolina hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Transylvania County, North Carolina has increased by 13.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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