Putnam County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

94.2%

Bachelor's Degree+

22.9%

Graduate Degree

8.1%

Population 25+

4,129

Putnam County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution

Education Treemap for  in 2024
Figure 1: Relative distribution of education levels for residents aged 25 and older in .

Putnam County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
5.8%241
High School Graduate
35.6%1,470
Some College / Associate's
35.7%1,474
Bachelor's Degree
14.7%608
Graduate Degree
8.1%336

Putnam County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)

Trend chart showing bachelor degree growth in
Figure 2: Historical percentage of residents with a Bachelor's degree or higher in .


Education Statistics FAQs for Putnam County, Illinois

Approximately 22.9% of adults in Putnam County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Putnam County, Illinois has increased by 7.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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