Suffolk County, Massachusetts Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Suffolk County, Massachusetts Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
87.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
50.6%
Graduate Degree
23.5%
Population 25+
552,101
Suffolk County, Massachusetts Educational Level Distribution
Suffolk County, Massachusetts Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.5% | 68,832 |
High School Graduate | 20.2% | 111,667 |
Some College / Associate's | 16.7% | 92,174 |
Bachelor's Degree | 27.1% | 149,637 |
Graduate Degree | 23.5% | 129,791 |
Suffolk County, Massachusetts Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Approximately 50.6% of adults in Suffolk County, Massachusetts hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Suffolk County, Massachusetts has increased by 11.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.