This was 13 percent lower than the state average of 31.4 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 40,465.
79.3 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Avoyelles Parish for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 5,741 | 20.7 |
| Regular high school diploma | 8,270 | 29.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 2,208 | 8 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,299 | 4.7 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 5,063 | 18.3 |
| Associate's degree | 1,697 | 6.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2,332 | 8.4 |
| Master's degree | 615 | 2.2 |
| Professional school degree | 251 | 0.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 207 | 0.7 |
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