This was 4.4 percent lower than the state average of 47.4 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 30,872.
79.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Sterling for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 4,136 | 20.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 3,766 | 19 |
| GED or alternative credential | 284 | 1.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 772 | 3.9 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 2,322 | 11.7 |
| Associate's degree | 1,396 | 7.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 4,706 | 23.8 |
| Master's degree | 1,856 | 9.4 |
| Professional school degree | 368 | 1.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 178 | 0.9 |
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