This was 7.8 percent lower than the state average of 43.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 22,615.
92 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in East Peoria for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 1,310 | 8 |
| Regular high school diploma | 4,575 | 27.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 635 | 3.9 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,409 | 8.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 2,588 | 15.8 |
| Associate's degree | 1,783 | 10.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2,804 | 17.1 |
| Master's degree | 1,070 | 6.5 |
| Professional school degree | 109 | 0.7 |
| Doctorate degree | 113 | 0.7 |
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