Sangamon County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Sangamon County, Illinois
Sangamon County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
94.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
36.6%
Graduate Degree
14.8%
Population 25+
136,639
Sangamon County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Sangamon County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 5.9% | 8,017 |
High School Graduate | 28.1% | 38,344 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.5% | 40,250 |
Bachelor's Degree | 21.8% | 29,790 |
Graduate Degree | 14.8% | 20,238 |
Sangamon County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Sangamon County, Illinois
Approximately 36.6% of adults in Sangamon County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Sangamon County, Illinois has increased by 5.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.