Missouri Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Missouri
Missouri Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
32.4%
Graduate Degree
12.6%
Population 25+
4,243,115
Missouri Educational Level Distribution
Missouri Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.1% | 345,736 |
High School Graduate | 30.2% | 1,280,733 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.3% | 1,241,943 |
Bachelor's Degree | 19.8% | 841,514 |
Graduate Degree | 12.6% | 533,189 |
Missouri Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Missouri
Approximately 32.4% of adults in Missouri hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Missouri has increased by 7.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.