Nelson County, North Dakota Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

93.1%

Bachelor's Degree+

29.4%

Graduate Degree

6.7%

Population 25+

2,253

Nelson County, North Dakota Educational Level Distribution

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

Nelson County, North Dakota Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
6.9%155
High School Graduate
24.8%558
Some College / Associate's
38.9%877
Bachelor's Degree
22.8%513
Graduate Degree
6.7%150

Nelson County, North Dakota 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 Nelson County, North Dakota

Approximately 29.4% of adults in Nelson County, North Dakota hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Nelson County, North Dakota has increased by 8.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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