This was 13.6 percent lower than the state average of 38.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 4,324.
91.9 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Nikiski CDP for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 237 | 8.1 |
| Regular high school diploma | 847 | 28.9 |
| GED or alternative credential | 363 | 12.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 187 | 6.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 565 | 19.3 |
| Associate's degree | 298 | 10.2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 313 | 10.7 |
| Master's degree | 83 | 2.8 |
| Professional school degree | 16 | 0.5 |
| Doctorate degree | 25 | 0.9 |
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