Massachusetts Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Massachusetts
Massachusetts Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.4%
Bachelor's Degree+
47.3%
Graduate Degree
21.8%
Population 25+
4,987,302
Massachusetts Educational Level Distribution
Massachusetts Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.6% | 430,629 |
High School Graduate | 22.6% | 1,125,893 |
Some College / Associate's | 21.5% | 1,072,833 |
Bachelor's Degree | 25.5% | 1,271,684 |
Graduate Degree | 21.8% | 1,086,263 |
Massachusetts Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Massachusetts
Approximately 47.3% of adults in Massachusetts hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Massachusetts has increased by 9.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.