Fayette County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Fayette County, Illinois
Fayette County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
87.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
17.2%
Graduate Degree
5.1%
Population 25+
15,091
Fayette County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Fayette County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.7% | 1,916 |
High School Graduate | 40.8% | 6,152 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.4% | 4,431 |
Bachelor's Degree | 12.1% | 1,824 |
Graduate Degree | 5.1% | 768 |
Fayette County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Fayette County, Illinois
Approximately 17.2% of adults in Fayette County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Fayette County, Illinois has increased by 2.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.