Merrick County, Nebraska Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

91.3%

Bachelor's Degree+

18.3%

Graduate Degree

7.9%

Population 25+

5,468

Merrick County, Nebraska Educational Level Distribution

Education Treemap for  in 2024
Figure 1: Relative distribution of education levels for residents aged 25 and older in .

Merrick County, Nebraska Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
8.7%474
High School Graduate
35.0%1,916
Some College / Associate's
38.0%2,077
Bachelor's Degree
10.4%569
Graduate Degree
7.9%432

Merrick County, Nebraska Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)

Trend chart showing bachelor degree growth in
Figure 2: Historical percentage of residents with a Bachelor's degree or higher in .


Education Statistics FAQs for Merrick County, Nebraska

Approximately 18.3% of adults in Merrick County, Nebraska hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Merrick County, Nebraska has increased by 4.8 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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