Benton County, Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

88.5%

Bachelor's Degree+

12.8%

Graduate Degree

5.3%

Population 25+

11,685

Benton County, Tennessee Educational Level Distribution

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

Benton County, Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
11.5%1,342
High School Graduate
48.9%5,714
Some College / Associate's
26.8%3,131
Bachelor's Degree
7.5%880
Graduate Degree
5.3%618

Benton County, Tennessee 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 Benton County, Tennessee

Approximately 12.8% of adults in Benton County, Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Benton County, Tennessee has been tracked to assess workforce readiness.
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