Colorado Ranks Among the Most Educated States in the U.S.
Colorado continues to stand out as one of the most educated states in the nation, according to WalletHub’s 2025 Most and Least Educated States in America report. The study, conducted by the personal finance website, analyzed education levels across all 50 states, ranking Colorado among the top five for overall education.
How the Rankings Were Determined
WalletHub’s researchers evaluated each state based on two main categories: educational attainment and quality of education. These factors were measured using multiple metrics, including:
- The percentage of the population with high school diplomas, associate’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and graduate degrees.
- The quality of K-12 education systems and higher education institutions.
- Graduation rates, school performance, and educational funding.
Where Colorado Stands
Colorado earned an impressive overall score, ranking 4th in the nation. The state particularly excelled in educational attainment, ranking No. 2 overall. Colorado stood out in several key areas:
- No. 1 for the percentage of adults with an associate’s degree or some college experience.
- No. 2 for the percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree.
- No. 1 for the narrowest gender gap in educational attainment.
However, despite these strong statistics, Colorado ranked 33rd in the nation for the quality of education, indicating room for improvement in areas such as school funding and student outcomes.
How Colorado Compares to Other States
The top 10 most educated states in 2025, according to WalletHub, are:
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Vermont
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Virginia
- New Jersey
- New Hampshire
- Washington
- Minnesota
On the other hand, the states ranking lowest in education include:
- 50th - West Virginia
- 49th - Mississippi
- 48th - Louisiana
- 47th - Arkansas
- 46th - Oklahoma
- 45th - Nevada
- 44th - Kentucky
- 43rd - Alabama
- 42nd - New Mexico
- 41st - Texas
What This Means for Colorado
Colorado’s strong educational attainment reflects the state’s emphasis on higher education and workforce preparedness. However, the lower ranking in education quality suggests that improvements could be made in areas such as K-12 funding, school resources, and accessibility to high-quality education across all communities.
For those considering moving to Colorado, these rankings reinforce the state’s reputation as an excellent place for education and career growth. With continued investments in education, Colorado has the potential to climb even higher in future rankings.
For the full WalletHub report and detailed state rankings, visit WalletHub’s website.
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Sources: WalletHub, "Most & Least Educated States in America – 2025" FOX31 Denver, "Colorado is one of the most educated states in the country: Report" Nexstar Media Inc., 2025
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