Lake County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Lake County, Illinois
Lake County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
90.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
47.7%
Graduate Degree
20.1%
Population 25+
475,309
Lake County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Lake County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 9.4% | 44,725 |
High School Graduate | 19.6% | 93,189 |
Some College / Associate's | 23.3% | 110,646 |
Bachelor's Degree | 27.6% | 130,975 |
Graduate Degree | 20.1% | 95,774 |
Lake County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Lake County, Illinois
Approximately 47.7% of adults in Lake County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Lake County, Illinois has increased by 6.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.