Dutchess County, New York Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

91.9%

Bachelor's Degree+

41.6%

Graduate Degree

19.3%

Population 25+

212,816

Dutchess County, New York Educational Level Distribution

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

Dutchess County, New York Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
8.1%17,157
High School Graduate
24.9%52,896
Some College / Associate's
25.5%54,195
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%47,418
Graduate Degree
19.3%41,150

Dutchess County, New York 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 Dutchess County, New York

Approximately 41.6% of adults in Dutchess County, New York hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Dutchess County, New York has increased by 9.6 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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