Benton County, Arkansas Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

90.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

37.8%

Graduate Degree

13.0%

Population 25+

201,229

Benton County, Arkansas Educational Level Distribution

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

Benton County, Arkansas Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
9.5%19,113
High School Graduate
27.8%55,891
Some College / Associate's
25.0%50,258
Bachelor's Degree
24.8%49,810
Graduate Degree
13.0%26,157

Benton County, Arkansas 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 Benton County, Arkansas

Approximately 37.8% of adults in Benton County, Arkansas hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Benton County, Arkansas has increased by 11.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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