Polk County, Texas Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Polk County, Texas
Polk County, Texas Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
83.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
16.2%
Graduate Degree
5.4%
Population 25+
38,342
Polk County, Texas Educational Level Distribution
Polk County, Texas Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 16.5% | 6,310 |
High School Graduate | 36.8% | 14,105 |
Some College / Associate's | 30.6% | 11,727 |
Bachelor's Degree | 10.8% | 4,144 |
Graduate Degree | 5.4% | 2,056 |
Polk County, Texas Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Polk County, Texas
Approximately 16.2% of adults in Polk County, Texas hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Polk County, Texas has increased by 5.5 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.