This was 16 percent lower than the state average of 43.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 13,217.
87.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Clay County for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 1,148 | 12.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 2,649 | 28.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 901 | 9.7 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 858 | 9.2 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 1,164 | 12.5 |
| Associate's degree | 1,150 | 12.4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 911 | 9.8 |
| Master's degree | 273 | 2.9 |
| Professional school degree | 167 | 1.8 |
| Doctorate degree | 75 | 0.8 |
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