Jefferson County, Kansas Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

94.4%

Bachelor's Degree+

24.6%

Graduate Degree

9.1%

Population 25+

13,097

Jefferson County, Kansas Educational Level Distribution

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

Jefferson County, Kansas Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
5.6%738
High School Graduate
35.9%4,697
Some College / Associate's
33.9%4,439
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%2,032
Graduate Degree
9.1%1,191

Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, Kansas

Approximately 24.6% of adults in Jefferson County, Kansas hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Jefferson County, Kansas has increased by 2.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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