The relationship between education and improved health outcomes is well known, with a high school degree correlating strongly with higher life expectancies and improved quality of life. Educational level is associated with smoking status, exercise habits, as well as better physical health, such as lower rates of diabetes and improved self-reported health. Adults with high school degrees are more likely to be employed and earn more, on average, than their less educated counterparts.

For more information please visit, High School Completion for Cabarrus County on the Robert Wood Johnson County Health Rankings.

High School Completion is the percentage of the population ages 25 and over that received at least a high school diploma or equivalent. 

To learn more about the Measure Methods, please visit the High School Completion, Measure Methods Section, on the Robert Wood Johnson County Health Rankings Website.