Macon County, Tennessee Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Macon County, Tennessee
Macon County, Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
82.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
12.5%
Graduate Degree
3.5%
Population 25+
17,671
Macon County, Tennessee Educational Level Distribution
Macon County, Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 17.2% | 3,037 |
High School Graduate | 48.9% | 8,644 |
Some College / Associate's | 21.4% | 3,777 |
Bachelor's Degree | 9.0% | 1,596 |
Graduate Degree | 3.5% | 617 |
Macon County, Tennessee Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Macon County, Tennessee
Approximately 12.5% of adults in Macon County, Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Macon County, Tennessee has increased by 4.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.