This was 31.8 percent lower than the state average of 39.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 4,151.
76.6 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Benton Heights for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 563 | 23.4 |
| Regular high school diploma | 660 | 27.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 82 | 3.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 312 | 13 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 599 | 24.9 |
| Associate's degree | 46 | 1.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 85 | 3.5 |
| Master's degree | 50 | 2.1 |
| Professional school degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctorate degree | 7 | 0.3 |
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