Connecticut Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

91.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

42.5%

Graduate Degree

19.2%

Population 25+

2,554,584

Connecticut Educational Level Distribution

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

Connecticut Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
8.5%216,345
High School Graduate
25.3%647,192
Some College / Associate's
23.7%605,984
Bachelor's Degree
23.3%595,631
Graduate Degree
19.2%489,432

Connecticut 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 Connecticut

Approximately 42.5% of adults in Connecticut hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Connecticut has increased by 7.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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