This was 18.1 percent lower than the state average of 39.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 11,168.
89.2 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Niles for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 809 | 10.8 |
| Regular high school diploma | 2,166 | 28.8 |
| GED or alternative credential | 513 | 6.8 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,076 | 14.3 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 1,330 | 17.7 |
| Associate's degree | 652 | 8.7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 629 | 8.4 |
| Master's degree | 232 | 3.1 |
| Professional school degree | 71 | 0.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 34 | 0.5 |
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