Jefferson County, Iowa Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

95.1%

Bachelor's Degree+

43.2%

Graduate Degree

18.8%

Population 25+

11,758

Jefferson County, Iowa Educational Level Distribution

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

Jefferson County, Iowa Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
4.9%581
High School Graduate
22.5%2,646
Some College / Associate's
29.3%3,447
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%2,875
Graduate Degree
18.8%2,209

Jefferson County, Iowa 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 Jefferson County, Iowa

Approximately 43.2% of adults in Jefferson County, Iowa hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Jefferson County, Iowa has increased by 13.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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