Numerator
Civilian non-institutionalized persons age 25+ with college degree
Population
Civilian non-institutionalized adults age 25+
Methodology
Based on the American Community Survey question: What is the highest degree or level of school this person has COMPLETED?
References
Cutler D, Lleras-Muney A. Education and Health: Evaluating Theories and Evidence. Cambridge, MA: National Bureau of Economic Research;2006. Working Paper Series, no. 12352.
Egerter S, Braveman P, Sadegh-Nobari T, Grossman-Kahn R, Dekker M. Education Matters for Health. Princeton, NJ: RWJF Commission to Build a Healthier America; 2009. Issue Brief 6.