This was 15 percent lower than the state average of 48.4 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 13,700.
87.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Monticello for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 1,132 | 12.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 2,700 | 30.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 321 | 3.7 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 450 | 5.1 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 1,225 | 14 |
| Associate's degree | 1,099 | 12.6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,293 | 14.8 |
| Master's degree | 400 | 4.6 |
| Professional school degree | 98 | 1.1 |
| Doctorate degree | 29 | 0.3 |
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