Lee County, Mississippi Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Lee County, Mississippi
Lee County, Mississippi Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
87.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
28.6%
Graduate Degree
10.7%
Population 25+
55,433
Lee County, Mississippi Educational Level Distribution
Lee County, Mississippi Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.4% | 6,859 |
High School Graduate | 28.4% | 15,749 |
Some College / Associate's | 30.6% | 16,964 |
Bachelor's Degree | 17.9% | 9,948 |
Graduate Degree | 10.7% | 5,913 |
Lee County, Mississippi Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Lee County, Mississippi
Approximately 28.6% of adults in Lee County, Mississippi hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Lee County, Mississippi has increased by 7.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.