This was 11 percent lower than the state average of 41.8 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 2,285.
90.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Neillsville for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 171 | 9.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 566 | 32.7 |
| GED or alternative credential | 58 | 3.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 152 | 8.8 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 250 | 14.5 |
| Associate's degree | 201 | 11.6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 223 | 12.9 |
| Master's degree | 76 | 4.4 |
| Professional school degree | 19 | 1.1 |
| Doctorate degree | 14 | 0.8 |
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