I've heard before that some states boast a high percentage of college grads. Out of interest, does anyone know which states have the most college graduates?
Based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the states with the highest percentage of residents who hold a Bachelor's degree or higher are generally:
1. District of Columbia: While not a state, it has the highest percentage at over 60%.
2. Massachusetts: Known for its top-notch universities such as Harvard and MIT, it's around 44%.
3. Colorado: Outdoor lovers flock here, but so do students. College degree holders make up about 42%.
4. Maryland: Close to DC and full of colleges, its percentage is around 41%.
5. New Jersey: Home to Princeton and Rutgers University, the percentage is approximately 41%
5. Connecticut: Home to Yale, UConn, and more, it stands at about 40%.
Please note that these are approximate values and percentages may vary slightly depending on the exact datasets being used, but overall these figures give a good idea of the states with the most college-educated residents.
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