McDonough County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for McDonough County, Illinois
McDonough County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
94.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
31.4%
Graduate Degree
15.3%
Population 25+
16,476
McDonough County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
McDonough County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 5.8% | 962 |
High School Graduate | 32.8% | 5,402 |
Some College / Associate's | 30.0% | 4,937 |
Bachelor's Degree | 16.1% | 2,660 |
Graduate Degree | 15.3% | 2,515 |
McDonough County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for McDonough County, Illinois
Approximately 31.4% of adults in McDonough County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in McDonough County, Illinois has decreased by 1.1 percentage points.