Polk County, Oregon Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Polk County, Oregon
Polk County, Oregon Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
31.2%
Graduate Degree
12.3%
Population 25+
59,597
Polk County, Oregon Educational Level Distribution
Polk County, Oregon Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.3% | 4,922 |
High School Graduate | 23.8% | 14,212 |
Some College / Associate's | 36.7% | 21,864 |
Bachelor's Degree | 18.9% | 11,272 |
Graduate Degree | 12.3% | 7,327 |
Polk County, Oregon Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Polk County, Oregon
Approximately 31.2% of adults in Polk County, Oregon hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Polk County, Oregon has increased by 3.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.