Dewey County, South Dakota Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

86.7%

Bachelor's Degree+

18.8%

Graduate Degree

6.0%

Population 25+

2,745

Dewey County, South Dakota Educational Level Distribution

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

Dewey County, South Dakota Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
13.3%366
High School Graduate
39.5%1,085
Some College / Associate's
28.3%778
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%352
Graduate Degree
6.0%164

Dewey County, South 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 Dewey County, South Dakota

Approximately 18.8% of adults in Dewey County, South Dakota hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Dewey County, South Dakota has increased by 6.2 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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