Dakota County, Nebraska Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Dakota County, Nebraska
Dakota County, Nebraska Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
78.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
14.6%
Graduate Degree
3.3%
Population 25+
12,976
Dakota County, Nebraska Educational Level Distribution
Dakota County, Nebraska Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 21.3% | 2,758 |
High School Graduate | 34.6% | 4,485 |
Some College / Associate's | 29.6% | 3,844 |
Bachelor's Degree | 11.3% | 1,465 |
Graduate Degree | 3.3% | 424 |
Dakota County, Nebraska Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Dakota County, Nebraska
Approximately 14.6% of adults in Dakota County, Nebraska hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Dakota County, Nebraska has increased by 3.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.