Columbia County, New York Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Columbia County, New York
Columbia County, New York Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
39.4%
Graduate Degree
20.3%
Population 25+
47,481
Columbia County, New York Educational Level Distribution
Columbia County, New York Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.2% | 3,870 |
High School Graduate | 27.2% | 12,924 |
Some College / Associate's | 25.3% | 11,993 |
Bachelor's Degree | 19.1% | 9,073 |
Graduate Degree | 20.3% | 9,621 |
Columbia County, New York Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Columbia County, New York
Approximately 39.4% of adults in Columbia County, New York hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Columbia County, New York has increased by 11.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.