Orange County, California Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Orange County, California
Orange County, California Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
87.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
44.1%
Graduate Degree
16.3%
Population 25+
2,217,917
Orange County, California Educational Level Distribution
Orange County, California Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.9% | 287,073 |
High School Graduate | 17.4% | 385,710 |
Some College / Associate's | 25.6% | 567,535 |
Bachelor's Degree | 27.7% | 615,032 |
Graduate Degree | 16.3% | 362,567 |
Orange County, California Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Orange County, California
Approximately 44.1% of adults in Orange County, California hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Orange County, California has increased by 8.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.