Lee County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Lee County, Illinois
Lee County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
19.4%
Graduate Degree
6.9%
Population 25+
24,965
Lee County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Lee County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.8% | 2,207 |
High School Graduate | 37.7% | 9,415 |
Some College / Associate's | 34.1% | 8,508 |
Bachelor's Degree | 12.4% | 3,108 |
Graduate Degree | 6.9% | 1,727 |
Lee County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Lee County, Illinois
Approximately 19.4% of adults in Lee County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Lee County, Illinois has increased by 4.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.