Elk County, Kansas Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

90.7%

Bachelor's Degree+

21.5%

Graduate Degree

5.9%

Population 25+

1,741

Elk County, Kansas Educational Level Distribution

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

Elk County, Kansas Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
9.3%162
High School Graduate
34.4%599
Some College / Associate's
34.8%606
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%271
Graduate Degree
5.9%103

Elk County, Kansas 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 Elk County, Kansas

Approximately 21.5% of adults in Elk County, Kansas hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Elk County, Kansas has increased by 4.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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