Benton County, Minnesota Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

92.6%

Bachelor's Degree+

26.2%

Graduate Degree

7.5%

Population 25+

27,499

Benton County, Minnesota Educational Level Distribution

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

Benton County, Minnesota Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
7.4%2,039
High School Graduate
29.1%8,011
Some College / Associate's
37.2%10,238
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%5,158
Graduate Degree
7.5%2,053

Benton County, Minnesota 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 Benton County, Minnesota

Approximately 26.2% of adults in Benton County, Minnesota hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Benton County, Minnesota has increased by 6.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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