Dakota County, Minnesota Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Dakota County, Minnesota
Dakota County, Minnesota Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
95.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
45.0%
Graduate Degree
14.9%
Population 25+
304,436
Dakota County, Minnesota Educational Level Distribution
Dakota County, Minnesota Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 4.8% | 14,732 |
High School Graduate | 19.1% | 58,219 |
Some College / Associate's | 31.0% | 94,355 |
Bachelor's Degree | 30.1% | 91,728 |
Graduate Degree | 14.9% | 45,402 |
Dakota County, Minnesota Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Dakota County, Minnesota
Approximately 45.0% of adults in Dakota County, Minnesota hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Dakota County, Minnesota has increased by 6.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.