Yakima County, Washington Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Yakima County, Washington
Yakima County, Washington Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
76.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
19.2%
Graduate Degree
7.0%
Population 25+
157,998
Yakima County, Washington Educational Level Distribution
Yakima County, Washington Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 23.2% | 36,653 |
High School Graduate | 30.5% | 48,162 |
Some College / Associate's | 27.2% | 42,925 |
Bachelor's Degree | 12.2% | 19,276 |
Graduate Degree | 7.0% | 10,982 |
Yakima County, Washington Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Yakima County, Washington
Approximately 19.2% of adults in Yakima County, Washington hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Yakima County, Washington has increased by 3.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.