Virginia Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Virginia
Virginia Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
91.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
42.2%
Graduate Degree
18.5%
Population 25+
6,007,678
Virginia Educational Level Distribution
Virginia Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 8.4% | 506,620 |
High School Graduate | 23.9% | 1,434,927 |
Some College / Associate's | 25.5% | 1,533,241 |
Bachelor's Degree | 23.7% | 1,421,903 |
Graduate Degree | 18.5% | 1,110,987 |
Virginia Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Virginia
Approximately 42.2% of adults in Virginia hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Virginia has increased by 8.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.