Potter County, South Dakota Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

96.3%

Bachelor's Degree+

27.2%

Graduate Degree

4.4%

Population 25+

1,761

Potter 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 .

Potter County, South Dakota Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
3.7%66
High School Graduate
39.4%693
Some College / Associate's
29.7%523
Bachelor's Degree
22.8%402
Graduate Degree
4.4%77

Potter 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 Potter County, South Dakota

Approximately 27.2% of adults in Potter County, South Dakota hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Potter County, South Dakota has increased by 7.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
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