This was 3.7 percent higher than the state average of 42.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 32,029.
94.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Bangor for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 1,205 | 5.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 5,649 | 24.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 1,070 | 4.7 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,318 | 5.8 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 2,924 | 12.9 |
| Associate's degree | 2,206 | 9.7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 4,842 | 21.3 |
| Master's degree | 2,436 | 10.7 |
| Professional school degree | 600 | 2.6 |
| Doctorate degree | 449 | 2 |
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