Union County, Illinois Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Union County, Illinois
Union County, Illinois Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
87.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
20.9%
Graduate Degree
6.9%
Population 25+
12,204
Union County, Illinois Educational Level Distribution
Union County, Illinois Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.5% | 1,530 |
High School Graduate | 34.7% | 4,237 |
Some College / Associate's | 31.8% | 3,881 |
Bachelor's Degree | 14.1% | 1,718 |
Graduate Degree | 6.9% | 838 |
Union County, Illinois Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Union County, Illinois
Approximately 20.9% of adults in Union County, Illinois hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Union County, Illinois has increased by 3.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.