Russell County, Alabama Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

87.0%

Bachelor's Degree+

18.2%

Graduate Degree

5.9%

Population 25+

39,900

Russell County, Alabama Educational Level Distribution

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

Russell County, Alabama Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
13.0%5,179
High School Graduate
32.5%12,978
Some College / Associate's
36.3%14,482
Bachelor's Degree
12.3%4,907
Graduate Degree
5.9%2,354

Russell County, Alabama 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 Russell County, Alabama

Approximately 18.2% of adults in Russell County, Alabama hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Russell County, Alabama has increased by 6.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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