This was 5 percent lower than the state average of 41 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 7,287.
90.2 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Monessen for 2020*
Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
---|---|---|
No degree | 510 | 9.8 |
Regular high school diploma | 1,620 | 31.1 |
GED or alternative credential | 331 | 6.4 |
Some college, less than 1 year | 332 | 6.4 |
Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 538 | 10.3 |
Associate's degree | 373 | 7.2 |
Bachelor's degree | 985 | 18.9 |
Master's degree | 379 | 7.3 |
Professional school degree | 17 | 0.3 |
Doctorate degree | 116 | 2.2 |