Muhlenberg County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

84.3%

Bachelor's Degree+

14.7%

Graduate Degree

6.9%

Population 25+

21,893

Muhlenberg County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution

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

Muhlenberg County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
15.7%3,431
High School Graduate
40.2%8,809
Some College / Associate's
29.4%6,443
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%1,708
Graduate Degree
6.9%1,502

Muhlenberg County, Kentucky 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 Muhlenberg County, Kentucky

Approximately 14.7% of adults in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has increased by 4.5 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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