Carter County, Tennessee Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Carter County, Tennessee
Carter County, Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
89.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
20.6%
Graduate Degree
7.3%
Population 25+
42,210
Carter County, Tennessee Educational Level Distribution
Carter County, Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 10.5% | 4,416 |
High School Graduate | 38.5% | 16,236 |
Some College / Associate's | 30.4% | 12,850 |
Bachelor's Degree | 13.4% | 5,638 |
Graduate Degree | 7.3% | 3,070 |
Carter County, Tennessee Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Carter County, Tennessee
Approximately 20.6% of adults in Carter County, Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Carter County, Tennessee has increased by 5.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.