This was 1.9 percent lower than the state average of 41.9 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 112,434.
85.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in High Point for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 11,166 | 14.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 15,807 | 21.1 |
| GED or alternative credential | 2,680 | 3.6 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 3,850 | 5.1 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 11,369 | 15.2 |
| Associate's degree | 5,804 | 7.8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 16,186 | 21.6 |
| Master's degree | 5,754 | 7.7 |
| Professional school degree | 1,267 | 1.7 |
| Doctorate degree | 888 | 1.2 |
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