King County, Washington Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for King County, Washington
King County, Washington Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
93.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
56.7%
Graduate Degree
24.2%
Population 25+
1,657,996
King County, Washington Educational Level Distribution
King County, Washington Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 6.2% | 102,976 |
High School Graduate | 14.1% | 234,282 |
Some College / Associate's | 22.9% | 380,222 |
Bachelor's Degree | 32.6% | 540,088 |
Graduate Degree | 24.2% | 400,428 |
King County, Washington Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for King County, Washington
Approximately 56.7% of adults in King County, Washington hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in King County, Washington has increased by 11.5 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.