Cook County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Cook County, Illinois
Cook County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
88.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
42.7%
Graduate Degree
18.0%
Population 25+
3,641,534
Cook County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Cook County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 11.4% | 416,621 |
High School Graduate | 22.0% | 801,258 |
Some College / Associate's | 23.8% | 868,054 |
Bachelor's Degree | 24.7% | 900,648 |
Graduate Degree | 18.0% | 654,953 |
Cook County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Cook County, Illinois
Approximately 42.7% of adults in Cook County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Cook County, Illinois has increased by 9.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.