Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

86.3%

Bachelor's Degree+

30.5%

Graduate Degree

11.1%

Population 25+

302,446

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Educational Level Distribution

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

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
13.7%41,323
High School Graduate
27.3%82,622
Some College / Associate's
28.5%86,207
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%58,829
Graduate Degree
11.1%33,465

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana 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 Parish, Louisiana

Approximately 30.5% of adults in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana has increased by 7.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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