Howard County, Maryland Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Howard County, Maryland
Howard County, Maryland Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
95.0%
Bachelor's Degree+
64.5%
Graduate Degree
34.1%
Population 25+
229,908
Howard County, Maryland Educational Level Distribution
Howard County, Maryland Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 5.0% | 11,572 |
High School Graduate | 12.4% | 28,611 |
Some College / Associate's | 18.1% | 41,531 |
Bachelor's Degree | 30.3% | 69,723 |
Graduate Degree | 34.1% | 78,471 |
Howard County, Maryland Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Howard County, Maryland
Approximately 64.5% of adults in Howard County, Maryland hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Howard County, Maryland has increased by 6.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.