Elko County, Nevada Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

87.2%

Bachelor's Degree+

17.8%

Graduate Degree

6.1%

Population 25+

35,210

Elko County, Nevada Educational Level Distribution

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

Elko County, Nevada Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
12.8%4,492
High School Graduate
34.6%12,190
Some College / Associate's
34.8%12,268
Bachelor's Degree
11.7%4,110
Graduate Degree
6.1%2,150

Elko County, Nevada 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 Elko County, Nevada

Approximately 17.8% of adults in Elko County, Nevada hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Elko County, Nevada has increased by 2.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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