Hamilton County, Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

91.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

37.5%

Graduate Degree

14.0%

Population 25+

265,105

Hamilton County, Tennessee Educational Level Distribution

Education Treemap for  in 2024
Figure 1: Relative distribution of education levels for residents aged 25 and older in .

Hamilton County, Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
8.5%22,597
High School Graduate
23.4%61,954
Some College / Associate's
30.6%81,217
Bachelor's Degree
23.5%62,202
Graduate Degree
14.0%37,135

Hamilton County, Tennessee 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 Hamilton County, Tennessee

Approximately 37.5% of adults in Hamilton County, Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Hamilton County, Tennessee has increased by 10.5 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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