This was 14.9 percent higher than the state average of 40.5 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 268,105.
92.8 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Alachua County for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 11,853 | 7.2 |
| Regular high school diploma | 27,478 | 16.7 |
| GED or alternative credential | 5,786 | 3.5 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 9,179 | 5.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 19,044 | 11.6 |
| Associate's degree | 18,564 | 11.3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 37,493 | 22.8 |
| Master's degree | 19,513 | 11.9 |
| Professional school degree | 7,208 | 4.4 |
| Doctorate degree | 8,242 | 5 |
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