This was 3 percent lower than the state average of 44.4 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 19,565.
96.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Makakilo for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 502 | 3.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 3,454 | 26.6 |
| GED or alternative credential | 492 | 3.8 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 864 | 6.6 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 2,303 | 17.7 |
| Associate's degree | 1,262 | 9.7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2,736 | 21.1 |
| Master's degree | 1,084 | 8.3 |
| Professional school degree | 204 | 1.6 |
| Doctorate degree | 95 | 0.7 |
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