This was 21.7 percent higher than the state average of 46.3 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 7,130.
92.3 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Nyack for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 425 | 7.7 |
| Regular high school diploma | 643 | 11.6 |
| GED or alternative credential | 55 | 1 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 163 | 2.9 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 485 | 8.8 |
| Associate's degree | 318 | 5.7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,606 | 29 |
| Master's degree | 1,308 | 23.6 |
| Professional school degree | 270 | 4.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 266 | 4.8 |
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