This was 7.4 percent higher than the state average of 39.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 72,966.
92.8 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Southfield for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 3,806 | 7.2 |
| Regular high school diploma | 8,916 | 16.8 |
| GED or alternative credential | 1,190 | 2.2 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 3,526 | 6.7 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 10,609 | 20 |
| Associate's degree | 4,312 | 8.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 10,856 | 20.5 |
| Master's degree | 7,826 | 14.8 |
| Professional school degree | 1,343 | 2.5 |
| Doctorate degree | 537 | 1 |
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