This was 7 percent higher than the state average of 44.8 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 73,435.
94.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Bismarck for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 2,949 | 5.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 9,072 | 18 |
| GED or alternative credential | 2,356 | 4.7 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 2,977 | 5.9 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 6,919 | 13.7 |
| Associate's degree | 7,472 | 14.8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 13,220 | 26.3 |
| Master's degree | 3,856 | 7.7 |
| Professional school degree | 988 | 2 |
| Doctorate degree | 538 | 1.1 |
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