Macon County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Macon County, Illinois
Macon County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
93.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
24.4%
Graduate Degree
8.3%
Population 25+
70,226
Macon County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Macon County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 6.9% | 4,878 |
High School Graduate | 37.9% | 26,604 |
Some College / Associate's | 30.8% | 21,615 |
Bachelor's Degree | 16.1% | 11,294 |
Graduate Degree | 8.3% | 5,835 |
Macon County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Macon County, Illinois
Approximately 24.4% of adults in Macon County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Macon County, Illinois has increased by 3.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.