Figure 1. In May 2016, a high school diploma was still the most common typical entry-level education requirement
Typical entry-level education requirement Percent of total employment, May 2016

Doctoral or professional degree

2.5

Master’s degree

1.7

Bachelor’s degree

21.3

Associate’s degree

2.4

Postsecondary nondegree award

6.0

Some college, no degree

2.6

High school diploma or equivalent

35.8

No formal educational credential

27.7

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics program.