Polk County, Tennessee Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Polk County, Tennessee
Polk County, Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
86.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
16.6%
Graduate Degree
7.1%
Population 25+
13,282
Polk County, Tennessee Educational Level Distribution
Polk County, Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 13.5% | 1,787 |
High School Graduate | 36.9% | 4,905 |
Some College / Associate's | 33.1% | 4,390 |
Bachelor's Degree | 9.5% | 1,259 |
Graduate Degree | 7.1% | 941 |
Polk County, Tennessee Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Polk County, Tennessee
Approximately 16.6% of adults in Polk County, Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Polk County, Tennessee has increased by 6.5 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.