This was 11.9 percent lower than the state average of 46.3 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 65,336.
84.4 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Schenectady for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 6,972 | 15.6 |
| Regular high school diploma | 10,656 | 23.8 |
| GED or alternative credential | 3,557 | 7.9 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 3,029 | 6.8 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 5,182 | 11.6 |
| Associate's degree | 5,768 | 12.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 6,044 | 13.5 |
| Master's degree | 2,689 | 6 |
| Professional school degree | 390 | 0.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 514 | 1.1 |
Alerts Sign-up