This was 1.3 percent lower than the state average of 39.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 59,184.
94.2 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in St. Clair Shores for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 2,621 | 5.8 |
| Regular high school diploma | 11,360 | 25.3 |
| GED or alternative credential | 1,519 | 3.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 4,077 | 9.1 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 8,149 | 18.1 |
| Associate's degree | 5,295 | 11.8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 8,184 | 18.2 |
| Master's degree | 2,862 | 6.4 |
| Professional school degree | 736 | 1.6 |
| Doctorate degree | 148 | 0.3 |
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