This was 27 percent higher than the state average of 43.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 53,157.
95.4 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Wheaton for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 1,603 | 4.6 |
| Regular high school diploma | 3,267 | 9.3 |
| GED or alternative credential | 376 | 1.1 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,384 | 4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 3,630 | 10.4 |
| Associate's degree | 2,397 | 6.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 12,744 | 36.5 |
| Master's degree | 6,887 | 19.7 |
| Professional school degree | 1,687 | 4.8 |
| Doctorate degree | 987 | 2.8 |
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