Map Shows Most—and Least—Educated States
Summary
A report by WalletHub ranks the most and least educated states in the United States. Massachusetts is ranked as the most educated state, while West Virginia is the least. The report uses data on educational attainment and school quality to make these rankings.Key Facts
- WalletHub ranks Massachusetts as the most educated state in the U.S.
- Massachusetts has the highest percentage of adults with bachelor’s and graduate degrees.
- Vermont ranks second, with a high number of adults who have completed high school and higher education.
- Maryland is third, noted for its free community college programs and strong public schools.
- Connecticut and Colorado complete the top five most educated states.
- The least educated states include West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Nevada.
- WalletHub uses 18 metrics, like educational attainment and school quality, to evaluate states.
- The rankings are updated annually by WalletHub.
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