This was 1 percent higher than the state average of 50.1 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 120,229.
94.8 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Arvada city for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 4,504 | 5.2 |
| Regular high school diploma | 16,777 | 19.3 |
| GED or alternative credential | 3,182 | 3.7 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 5,723 | 6.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 12,404 | 14.2 |
| Associate's degree | 6,921 | 7.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 23,970 | 27.5 |
| Master's degree | 10,823 | 12.4 |
| Professional school degree | 1,572 | 1.8 |
| Doctorate degree | 1,208 | 1.4 |
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