The US Census Bureau released its 2009 yearly estimates last week and it is no surprise that Lexington remained an Educational Attainment powerhouse. Among people over 25 years old, 40.2% have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Lexington! Even more impressive, 16.6% of Lexington’s population over age 25 has an advanced degree (masters, doctorate, or professional)!
Tag Archive: education
Sep
09
New Ranking: #3 Best Place to Retire
CNNMoney.com released their Top 25 Places to Retire today. Sure enough, Lexington came in at #3!
Sep
02
New Ranking: #7 Quality of Life Metro
Business Facilities magazine, a highly respected economic development trade publication, deemed Lexington as the #7 metro for Quality of Life in its annual metro rankings.
Jun
29
New Ranking: Best for Education and Families
Parenting Magazine unveiled its Best Cities for Families 2010 rankings. Lexington was named #5 overall and #2 for education.
Aug
05
New Ranking: Best Places To Live The Simple Life
Tweet Lexington was recently ranked as one of 10 Best Places To Live The Simple Life by AARP Magazine. “…residents, who are just as likely to be beer-drinking college basketball fans as julep-swigging Derby lovers, say this is one of those rare southern towns that offers four distinct seasons, and the relaxed graciousness of the …