This was 25.2 percent lower than the state average of 42.7 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 19,104.
65.2 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in South San Jose Hills CDP for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 4,327 | 34.8 |
| Regular high school diploma | 3,296 | 26.5 |
| GED or alternative credential | 314 | 2.5 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 558 | 4.5 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 1,773 | 14.2 |
| Associate's degree | 614 | 4.9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,244 | 10 |
| Master's degree | 221 | 1.8 |
| Professional school degree | 82 | 0.7 |
| Doctorate degree | 16 | 0.1 |

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