This was 9 percent higher than the state average of 43.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 172,164.
96.2 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in McLean County for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 3,957 | 3.8 |
| Regular high school diploma | 21,541 | 20.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 3,756 | 3.6 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 6,279 | 6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 14,141 | 13.5 |
| Associate's degree | 8,522 | 8.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 30,851 | 29.4 |
| Master's degree | 11,640 | 11.1 |
| Professional school degree | 2,312 | 2.2 |
| Doctorate degree | 2,003 | 1.9 |
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