This was 3 percent higher than the state average of 41.8 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 73,891.
92.6 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Appleton for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 3,653 | 7.4 |
| Regular high school diploma | 11,997 | 24.4 |
| GED or alternative credential | 1,398 | 2.8 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 3,143 | 6.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 6,915 | 14.1 |
| Associate's degree | 5,508 | 11.2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 11,291 | 23 |
| Master's degree | 3,701 | 7.5 |
| Professional school degree | 1,069 | 2.2 |
| Doctorate degree | 453 | 0.9 |
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