Cole County, Missouri Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Cole County, Missouri
Cole County, Missouri Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
94.2%
Bachelor's Degree+
38.9%
Graduate Degree
14.1%
Population 25+
53,203
Cole County, Missouri Educational Level Distribution
Cole County, Missouri Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 5.8% | 3,073 |
High School Graduate | 29.2% | 15,560 |
Some College / Associate's | 26.1% | 13,868 |
Bachelor's Degree | 24.8% | 13,180 |
Graduate Degree | 14.1% | 7,522 |
Cole County, Missouri Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Cole County, Missouri
Approximately 38.9% of adults in Cole County, Missouri hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Cole County, Missouri has increased by 8.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.