Clay County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Clay County, Illinois
Clay County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
90.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
13.1%
Graduate Degree
4.3%
Population 25+
9,011
Clay County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Clay County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 9.5% | 853 |
High School Graduate | 38.9% | 3,506 |
Some College / Associate's | 38.5% | 3,472 |
Bachelor's Degree | 8.8% | 794 |
Graduate Degree | 4.3% | 386 |
Clay County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Clay County, Illinois
Approximately 13.1% of adults in Clay County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Clay County, Illinois has been tracked to assess workforce readiness.