Carter County, Kentucky Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Carter County, Kentucky
Carter County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
84.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
15.9%
Graduate Degree
7.6%
Population 25+
18,200
Carter County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution
Carter County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 15.8% | 2,867 |
High School Graduate | 39.3% | 7,151 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.0% | 5,280 |
Bachelor's Degree | 8.4% | 1,522 |
Graduate Degree | 7.6% | 1,380 |
Carter County, Kentucky Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Carter County, Kentucky
Approximately 15.9% of adults in Carter County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Carter County, Kentucky has increased by 5.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.