Gilmer County, West Virginia Educational Indicators (2024)

HS Grad or Higher

85.3%

Bachelor's Degree+

18.5%

Graduate Degree

5.1%

Population 25+

5,343

Gilmer County, West Virginia Educational Level Distribution

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

Gilmer County, West Virginia Detailed Attainment Breakdown

Level of EducationPercentageCount
Less than High School
14.7%783
High School Graduate
49.2%2,628
Some College / Associate's
17.6%942
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%719
Graduate Degree
5.1%271

Gilmer County, West Virginia 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 Gilmer County, West Virginia

Approximately 18.5% of adults in Gilmer County, West Virginia hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.

Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Gilmer County, West Virginia has increased by 6.3 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.
Back to Overview