Mercer County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Mercer County, Illinois
Mercer County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
93.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
20.9%
Graduate Degree
7.1%
Population 25+
11,123
Mercer County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Mercer County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 6.1% | 682 |
High School Graduate | 38.5% | 4,287 |
Some College / Associate's | 34.4% | 3,831 |
Bachelor's Degree | 13.8% | 1,536 |
Graduate Degree | 7.1% | 787 |
Mercer County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Mercer County, Illinois
Approximately 20.9% of adults in Mercer County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Mercer County, Illinois has increased by 6.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.