New York Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for New York
New York Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
88.0%
Bachelor's Degree+
40.2%
Graduate Degree
17.9%
Population 25+
14,017,184
New York Educational Level Distribution
New York Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 12.0% | 1,684,470 |
High School Graduate | 24.3% | 3,404,326 |
Some College / Associate's | 23.5% | 3,289,757 |
Bachelor's Degree | 22.4% | 3,133,832 |
Graduate Degree | 17.9% | 2,504,799 |
New York Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for New York
Approximately 40.2% of adults in New York hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in New York has increased by 8.1 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.