Whatcom County, Washington Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Whatcom County, Washington
Whatcom County, Washington Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
93.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
39.3%
Graduate Degree
14.9%
Population 25+
157,791
Whatcom County, Washington Educational Level Distribution
Whatcom County, Washington Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 6.2% | 9,730 |
High School Graduate | 20.9% | 33,017 |
Some College / Associate's | 33.6% | 52,967 |
Bachelor's Degree | 24.4% | 38,558 |
Graduate Degree | 14.9% | 23,519 |
Whatcom County, Washington Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Whatcom County, Washington
Approximately 39.3% of adults in Whatcom County, Washington hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Whatcom County, Washington has increased by 7.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.